Cloud Network Architect

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Cloud Network Architect

Job Details

Title: Cloud Network Architect
Location: REMOTE (work/support EST business hrs)
Duration: 6+ Months contract with possible extension
Interviews: MS Teams
Job Description:
Key Skills:
  • Deep expertise in AWS and Azure networking services
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Automation & CI/CD
  • Cloud security & networking
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Cloud Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud networking solutions across both AWS and Azure platforms. This role is critical to advancing our cloud infrastructure maturity, with a strong emphasis on automation, connectivity, and enterprise-grade networking.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Architect and implement cloud network solutions across Azure and AWS, including hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
  • Design and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or CloudFormation.
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated deployment and configuration of network infrastructure.
  • Lead the implementation and optimization of:
  1. Azure ExpressRoute
  2. AWS Direct Connect (DX)
  3. AWS Transit Gateway
  4. AWS Cloud WAN
  • Collaborate with security, operations, and application teams to ensure network designs meet performance, security, and compliance requirements.
  • Develop and document cloud network architecture standards, patterns, and best practices.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.
Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with a focus on networking.
  • Deep expertise in Azure and AWS networking services.
  • Strong hands-on experience with IaC and CI/CD tools and methodologies.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, and Cloud WAN.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash).
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certifications such as Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, or Solutions Architect Expert.
  • Experience with container networking (e.g., Kubernetes, CNI plugins).
  • Familiarity with enterprise routing, VPNs, and SD-WAN technologies.
Skills: AWS, Azure, Hybrid Infrastructure as Code/IaC/Terraform/Bicep/CloudFormation/Automation/CI/CD, Cloud security, Networking, ExpressRoute/Direct Connect/Transit Gateway/Cloud WAN, PowerShell/Python/Bash, Azure Network Engineer Associate/AWS Advanced Networking Specialty/Solutions Architect Expert, routing/VPNs/SD-WAN.
Thanks & Regards
Manohar Durgasi
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