Cloud Network Engineer

Title: Cloud Network Engineer
Location: Hybrid in Boca Raton, FL, Blue Bell, PA, Irving, TX
Duration: Contract to Hire
Work Requirements: , Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Tier III Network Engineer with proven experience in large-scale enterprise and complex hybrid environments. This individual will be a hands-on technical expert with advanced Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) knowledge, deep routing expertise (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS), and a strong track record in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructures.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Extensive experience in enterprise-grade network engineering roles (Tier III or higher)

• Advanced Google Cloud Platform skills, including cloud networking, hybrid integrations, and connectivity solutions

• Strong routing background with expertise in BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS in mission-critical networks

• Hands-on experience with F5 BIG-IP, Palo Alto firewalls (PCNSE preferred), and SD-WAN technologies

• Proven history of data center design, migration, and optimization

• The ability to operate in high-demand, fast-paced enterprise environments without being limited to KTLO (Keep The Lights On) support

• Excellent communication skills and authenticity in client and stakeholder interactions

This is a deep technical role where candidates will be expected to discuss real-world project experience in routing, security, load balancing, SD-WAN deployment, and hybrid cloud networking — particularly with Google Cloud Platform as the primary platform.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage cloud and on-premises network technologies across Azure, OCI, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform, with a focus on security and VPC design.

• Develop strategies for hybrid cloud and multi-cloud deployments, ensuring seamless integration and performance.

• Engineer network solutions using Cisco, Palo Alto, VMware NSX-T/AVI, and F5, including complex BGP configurations.

• Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and wireless network solutions for enterprise environments across multi-vendor platforms.

• Design and optimize enterprise-grade Wi-Fi networks for coverage, performance, and security.

• Automate configuration and management tasks using scripting languages and automation tools.

• Manage dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) for resilient network operations.

• Document detailed network designs and topologies for new and upgraded infrastructure.

• Conduct site surveys and capacity planning for LAN, wireless, and SD-WAN deployments.

• Troubleshoot complex network issues involving LAN, wireless, SD-WAN, and routing protocols.

• Monitor and maintain optimal network performance and capacity.

• Implement QoS configurations to prioritize traffic and ensure performance of critical applications.

• Design high-availability solutions with redundant links, dynamic routing, and failover mechanisms.

• Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with security standards across all deployments.

• Evaluate and deploy next-gen technologies, including cloud-managed networks.

• Provide guidance on selecting network hardware/software (e.g., wireless controllers, routers, SD-WAN).

• Manage external DNS and domain registration using industry-standard tools.

• Manage F5 GSLB, BigIP, XC for complex deployments and build-on-demand requirements.

• Deep proficiency in Palo Alto’s Strata and Prisma Cloud, including PANO, firewall rules, clustering, and SD-WAN.

Skills and Competencies:

• Expert understanding of LAN switching, VLANs, and spanning tree protocols

• Strong expertise in OSPF and BGP for large-scale enterprise routing

• Proficient in WAN technologies: IPSec, MPLS, SD-WAN, load balancing

• Deep knowledge of enterprise Wi-Fi networks and wireless technologies

• Skilled with wireless controllers, access points, and troubleshooting tools

• Familiar with tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, Cisco DNA Center

• Experienced in high-availability and disaster recovery network designs

• Strong problem-solving skills in diagnosing complex network issues

• Proficient in Python, PowerShell, Bash for scripting and automation

• Hands-on with Ansible, Terraform, SaltStack for infrastructure automation

• Extensive knowledge of the F5 suite (load balancing, VIPs, XC, DNS)

• Proficient in Palo Alto firewalls, Prisma Access, and PANO

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

• Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, and Cloud certifications

• Palo Alto certification

• Solid understanding of F5 or comparable technologies

• 8–10 years of IT network engineering experience across LAN, WAN, wireless, SD-WAN, and routing

• Proven ability to design and deploy secure, scalable networks across Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, Juniper, Aruba

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep expertise in hybrid cloud networking and on-prem integration

• Experience in network performance optimization and capacity planning

• Familiarity with network security technologies: firewalls, VPNs, NAC solutions

• Skilled in monitoring/troubleshooting using SolarWinds, Wireshark, etc.

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• ...and much more!