Google Cloud Platform Principal Network Engineer

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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Google Cloud Platform Principal Network Engineer in Englewood, CO. The client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Engineer in both On-premise and GCS Cloud Network to join our dynamic team.

Duties:
* Design, configure, and optimize GCS networking components, such as VPCs, subnets, route tables, and security groups
* Implement security best practices and compliance standards within the AWS network infrastructure
* Configure and manage network security groups, network ACLs, and other security features to protect sensitive data and resources
* Develop and maintain automation scripts and templates for network provisioning, configuration, and scaling using GCS CloudFormation or other infrastructure as code (IAC) tools
* Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficient knowledge sharing and compliance
* Optimize network resources to control costs while maintaining performance and scalability
* Identify opportunities for cost savings in network architecture and usage
* Monitor network usage trends and plan for capacity expansion or optimization based on business requirements
* Monitor and optimize network performance, ensuring low latency, high availability, and fault tolerance
* Implement GCS services like Amazon CloudFront, Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), and Amazon Route 53 for optimal traffic distribution
* Design, configure and monitor network equipment, network usage and systems availability
* Support and troubleshoot various IP technologies, including but not limited to: Network connectivity, IP addressing, Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF), HSRP, VPNs, IPSec, Load balancing, QOS, SNMP and 802.11x
* Provide configuration and troubleshooting support for Ethernet Switches, Routers, Load-Balancers, VPN Concentrators, Firewalls, and networked servers

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
* Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification required
* AWS Certified Advanced Network required
* 5+ years managing LAN/WAN networks (2+ years working as a Network Engineer)
* Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing AWS network environments
* Thorough knowledge and experience with Cisco network devices, including but not limited to 7200/2901 Routers, PIX 515/ASA 5510 Firewalls, 2900/3500/3560 switches, CSS 11500, AP 1200/1142, and ACS 1121
* Advanced level understanding of protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, SNMP, etc.
* Working knowledge of internet services such as DNS, RADIUS, and LDAP

Design, configuration and troubleshooting experience:
* Routing: Virtual interfaces, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EIGRP, RIP, PBR, QoS, Static Routing, Unsymmetrical Routing, Router NAT, HSRP/VRRP, ACL's, NTP, SNMP, Password Recovery
* Switching: VLAN, VLAN Bleed, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1X, VTP, Multilayer switching/routing, Multicasting
* Firewalls: Interface priority, public vs Private IP space, Conduits/ACLs, Cryptography, Firewall NAT (static & dynamic), Hot Failover, Common TCP/UDP Ports, IPSEC, VPN, Policy Maps, Logging, Routing
* Load Balancing: Routing, VIPs, Service Interfaces, Certificate Intercept, Owner Mapping, Load Balancing Algorithms, Content Grouping

* Analytical and detailed oriented, with the ability to plan, organize and prioritize work to meet target project dates
* Independent-thinker and self-starter, who can work well within a team environment
* Communicates clearly and in an understandable manor with a wide range of people such as managers, customers, vendors, and the general public
* Demonstrated ability to effectively advice and counsel both managers and non-supervisory employees on sensitive work-related issues
* Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to organize and prioritize several projects and tasks at one time

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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