Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Secret Security Clearance Required
About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled
Cloud Network Engineer to design, implement, and operate secure, high-performance networks that span on-premise data centers, public cloud environments, and enclave-based domains. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on experience with cloud networking, software-defined networking (SDN), and container-native networking solutions, particularly within Kubernetes environments. This Cloud Network Engineer will spend the majority of their working at the customer sites in Huntsville.
Key Responsibilities- Design & Deploy Secure Networks
- Architect and configure restricted computer networks and secure inter-domain routes.
- Implement network segmentation, access controls, and policy enforcement across cloud and on-premise resources.
- Cloud & Multicast Networking
- Build and manage cloud networking infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, etc.).
- Configure and troubleshoot multicast UDP and broadcast UDP traffic for high-throughput applications.
- Software-Defined & Hardware-Defined Solutions
- Deploy and maintain Software Defined Network (SDN) platforms and hardware-based network appliances.
- Integrate network services with Kubernetes using CNI plugins and container-based networking.
- Hybrid Cloud Integration
- Connect remote cloud instances to on-premise data centers, ensuring reliable routing and latency optimization.
- Support hybrid cloud architectures and remote enclave connectivity.
- Automation & Monitoring
- Automate network provisioning and changes using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
- Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting for network health and security events.
- Collaboration & Documentation
- Work closely with security, DevOps, and application teams to define network access protocols and rules.
- Produce clear documentation, runbooks, and knowledge-base articles for all network solutions.
Must-Have QualificationsNetwork Design ExperienceProven experience setting up restricted/compliant networks and securing inter-domain/enclave communication.
Cloud NetworkingHands-on experience with cloud networking services (VPC, VNets, peering, transit gateways).
Linux Operation SystemsExperience with Linux OS
Multicast/UDPPractical knowledge of multicast UDP and broadcast UDP traffic handling.
SDN / Hardware-Defined NetworkingExperience with both software-defined and hardware-defined networking technologies.
Kubernetes-Based NetworkingDirect experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting networking within Kubernetes clusters.
Secure Routing Across DomainsAbility to create and manage secure routing paths between isolated domains or enclaves.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications- CNI Expertise - Experience with one or more Container Network Interfaces (CNI): Cilium, Calico, Multus, or similar.
- Enterprise Software Hosting - Background deploying and supporting enterprise-grade applications in production environments.
- Network Access Policy Development - Experience defining and governing network access protocols, firewall rules, and zero-trust policies.
- Container-Mesh Architecture - Familiarity with container-based network meshes (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and service-mesh concepts.
- Cloud-to-Cloud Routing - Experience routing traffic between multiple cloud service provider instances.
- Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure - Proven work with hybrid cloud models linking remote clouds to on-premise resources.
Desired Skills & Attributes- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; comfortable troubleshooting complex network issues.
- Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on security, reliability, and scalability.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA/CCNP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Certified Kubernetes Administrator) are a plus.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 5+ years of professional networking experience, with a focus on cloud and software-defined environments.
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