AWS Network Engineer

Apex Systems; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with company match

On-demand training program

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking an AWS Network Engineer to design, implement, and secure scalable AWS networking architectures. The role emphasizes leading hybrid-cloud initiatives and partnering with multiple teams to ensure robust network infrastructure.

The candidate will focus on VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPNs, and security controls, while advancing IaC with Terraform for automated provisioning and modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of enterprise networking experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing network architectures in AWS.
• Experience with VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, Route 53, and Load Balancers.
• Strong written and verbal communication; client-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Design secure, scalable AWS networking architectures (VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPN).
• Develop enterprise network strategies to support cloud adoption and modernization.
• Lead hybrid-cloud network transformation projects integrating AWS with on-premises systems.
• Implement network security controls aligned with Zero Trust (Security Groups, NACLs, AWS Network Firewall).
• Use Terraform to automate network provisioning and IaC deployment.
• Design networking solutions for containerized workloads (EKS, Kubernetes).
• Partner with security and platform teams to establish governance and roadmaps.

Skills

Enterprise networking

AWS networking

BGP/OSPF

Cloud architecture

Hybrid cloud

Security controls

IaC design

Tools

Terraform

Job description

AWS Network Engineer

Location: Remote

Role Overview

We are seeking an AWS Network Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert for our cloud engineering team. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and securing scalable and highly available AWS networking architectures. The position involves leading hybrid-cloud network transformation initiatives and partnering with various teams to ensure robust and efficient network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design secure, scalable, and highly available AWS networking architectures, including Amazon VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, and Site-to-Site VPN.
• Develop enterprise network strategies that support cloud adoption and modernization initiatives.
• Lead hybrid-cloud network transformation projects, integrating AWS with on-premises environments.
• Design and implement network security controls aligned with Zero Trust principles, utilizing tools like Security Groups, Network ACLs, and AWS Network Firewall.
• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform to automate network provisioning and infrastructure deployment.
• Design networking solutions to support containerized workloads, including Amazon EKS and Kubernetes.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to infrastructure and cloud leadership, leading architecture workshops and developing technical roadmaps.
• Partner with security architects and platform engineering teams to establish governance, improve operational consistency, and support compliance initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of enterprise networking experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing network architectures in AWS.
• Expertise with Amazon VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, Route 53, and Load Balancers.
• Experience with BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and enterprise WAN architectures.
• Demonstrated experience designing hybrid cloud connectivity solutions.
• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Experience supporting AWS migration and modernization programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior consulting or client-facing experience is required.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program, certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, and certified Career Coach.
• Full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources available within our 'Welcome Packet'.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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