Cloud Network Engineer

Title:

Cloud Network Engineer
Location: Remote
Duration:

Contract to Direct Hire
Work Requirements:

US Citizen, GC 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 (GCP)

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 GCP 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 GCP as the primary platform.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and manage cloud and on-premises network technologies across

Azure, OCI, AWS, and GCP , 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
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.