[Hiring] Senior Cloud Network Engineer @T-Rex Solutions

Role Description

T-Rex Solutions is looking to select a Senior Cloud Network Engineer to support the US Department of Education enterprise cloud development effort. This position will be responsible for managing the configuration, installation, and ongoing support of the Network Infrastructure which includes Palo Alto firewalls as well as Networking in cloud platforms, primarily AWS and Azure. The candidate for this position should have extensive hands-on technical skills designing and deploying various network technologies in cloud platforms. The scope of this position includes network design, implementation, and support for all components within cloud platforms. This position will need to be adept at monitoring the ongoing operation of the network and identifying potential issues and corrective actions as needed.

• Utilize in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with major cloud platforms, such as AWS and Azure.
• Use comprehensive knowledge of cloud security best practices to implement security measures within cloud networks.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, IPv6, NAT, DNS, DHCP, VPN, BGP, and OSPF.
• Strong understanding of Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) and subnets to meet the organization’s performance and security requirements.
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and virtual networking concepts.
• Experience with identity and access management (IAM) in cloud environments.
• Experience with installation of various network devices and services (e.g., routers, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS).
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations for any third-party network devices in cloud platforms.
• Work with the existing network administrators and engineers to manage, deploy, and troubleshoot firewalls, routers, VPN concentrators, and Network Access Control in cloud platforms.
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning.
• Provide Level 2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and eight (8) years or more of related experience or Master's and six (6) or more years of related experience.
• Strong experience working with Terraform.
• Need to have experience with AWS Security group deployment using Terraform.
• Experience with cloud or on-prem devices such as Palo Alto firewalls.
• Working technical knowledge of TCP/IP networks and standards (IEEE 802.1).
• Experience with Transit Gateway, Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Direct Connect/Express Route, and VPN Tunnels.
• Experience with CDNs such as Azure Front Door and Amazon Cloud Front.
• Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, and IA Vulnerability Management (IAVM).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP network technologies; DNS, DHCP, TFTP, SSL, IPv6, and NAT in a cloud environment.

Desired

• AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, Azure Networking, or other cloud certifications.

Benefits

• PTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date).
• Paid parental leave.
• Individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits.
• Annual budget for training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employment.

Company Description

Established in 1999, T-Rex Solutions, LLC is a proven mid-tier business providing data-centric mission services to the Federal government as it increasingly tries to secure and leverage the power of data. We design, integrate, secure, and deploy advanced technical solutions for our customers so they can efficiently fulfill their critical objectives. T-Rex offers both IT and professional services to numerous Federal agencies and is a leader in providing high quality and innovative solutions in the areas of Cloud and Infrastructure Services, Cyber Security, and Big Data Engineering.

T-Rex is constantly seeking qualified people to join our growing team. We have built a broad client base through our devotion to delivering quality products and customer service, and to do that we need quality individuals. But more than that, we at T-Rex are committed to creating a culture that supports the development of every employee's personal and professional lives. T-Rex has made a commitment to maintain the status of an industry leader in compensation packages and benefits which includes competitive salaries, performance bonuses, training and educational reimbursement, Transamerica 401(k) and Cigna healthcare benefits.

T-Rex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

In compliance with pay transparency guidelines, the annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $170,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. T-Rex considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.