Senior Cloud Network Engineer
Department: Blue Mantis
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Remote
Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Clout Network Engineer to lead our network infrastructure projects and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex network systems with a focus on routing, switching, firewall management, wireless networks, voice communication systems, F5 load balancing, and data center technologies and cloud networking platforms such as Microsoft Azure & AWS.Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement robust cloud network architectures that support the organization’s business goals and technical requirements.
- Lead network infrastructure projects from conception through deployment, including planning, design, procurement, installation, and configuration.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation and topology maps.
- Provide expert-level troubleshooting and problem resolution for network issues.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies and upgrades to enhance network performance and security.
- Conduct network capacity planning and performance analysis to ensure system scalability and reliability.
- Collaborate with IT security team to design and enforce network security policies and procedures.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior network engineers and team members.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for hardware, software, and services.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in network technologies.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
- At least 15 years of professional experience in network design and management, with a strong focus on routing, switching, firewalls, wireless, voice, F5 load balancing, and data center technologies.
- Proven expertise with major networking hardware and software, such as Microsoft Azure Cloud Instances, AWS EC2 Instances, including Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, and similar technologies.
- Advanced certifications such as CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to model complex networks with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a commitment to high-quality work.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
