AWS Principal Network Engineer

iSoftTek Solutions Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an AWS Principal Network Engineer, where your expertise in AWS and Cisco networking will drive innovation. In this role, you'll design, configure, and optimize AWS networking components while implementing security best practices. Collaborate with a talented team to manage complex network environments, ensuring high availability and performance. This position offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects that will challenge your skills and contribute to the success of the organization. If you're passionate about network engineering and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in AWS and Cisco network management.
• CCNP and AWS Advanced Network certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize AWS networking components for performance and cost.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot IP technologies.

Skills

AWS Networking

Cisco Networking

Network Security

Routing Protocols

Load Balancing

VLAN Configuration

Automation Scripting

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS CloudFormation

Cisco Routers and Switches

Job description

Must have:

1. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification required.
2. AWS Certified Advanced Network required.

Role: AWS Principal Network Engineer

Work Location: Denver, CO (Onsite role from day-1)

Duration: 06 months

Yrs of experience: 10

Job description:

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
2. Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing AWS network environments.
3. 5+ years managing LAN/WAN networks (2+ years working as a Network Engineer)
4. Thorough knowledge and experience with Cisco network devices, including but not limited to: 7200 / 2901 Routers, PIX 515 / ASA 5510 Firewalls, 2900 / 3500 / 3560 switches, CSS 11500, AP 1200 / 1142, ACS 1121
5. Advanced level understanding of protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, SNMP, etc.
6. Working knowledge of internet services such as DNS, RADIUS, and LDAP.
7. Design, configuration and troubleshooting experience:
1. Routing: Virtual interfaces, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EIGRP, RIP, PBR, QoS, Static Routing, Unsymmetrical Routing, Router NAT, HSRP/VRRP, ACL’s, NTP, SNMP, Password Recovery
2. Switching: VLAN, VLAN Bleed, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1X, VTP, Multilayer switching/routing, Multicasting
3. Firewalls: Interface priority, public vs Private IP space, Conduits/ACLs, Cryptography, Firewall NAT (static & dynamic), Hot Failover, Common TCP/UDP Ports, IPSEC, VPN, Policy Maps, Logging, Routing
4. Load Balancing: Routing, VIPs, Service Interfaces, Certificate Intercept, Owner Mapping, Load Balancing Algorithms, Content Grouping
8. Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to plan, organize and prioritize work to meet target project dates.
9. Independent-thinker and self-starter, who can work well within a team environment.
10. Communicates clearly and in an understandable manner with a wide range of people such as managers, customers, vendors, and the general public.
11. Demonstrated ability to effectively advise and counsel both managers and non-supervisory employees on sensitive work-related issues.
12. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to organize and prioritize several projects and tasks at one time.
13. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional in both On-premise and AWS Cloud Network to join our dynamic team.
14. Design, configure, and optimize AWS networking components, such as VPCs, subnets, route tables, and security groups.
15. Implement security best practices and compliance standards within the AWS network infrastructure.
16. Configure and manage network security groups, network ACLs, and other security features to protect sensitive data and resources.
17. Develop and maintain automation scripts and templates for network provisioning, configuration, and scaling using AWS CloudFormation or other infrastructure as code (IAC) tools.
18. Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficient knowledge sharing and compliance.
19. Optimize network resources to control costs while maintaining performance and scalability.
20. Identify opportunities for cost savings in network architecture and usage.
21. Monitor network usage trends and plan for capacity expansion or optimization based on business requirements.
22. Monitor and optimize network performance, ensuring low latency, high availability, and fault tolerance.
23. Implement AWS services like Amazon CloudFront, Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), and Amazon Route 53 for optimal traffic distribution.
24. Design, configure and monitor network equipment, network usage, and systems availability.
25. Support and troubleshoot various IP technologies, including but not limited to: Network connectivity, IP addressing, Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF), HSRP, VPNs, IPSec, Load balancing, QoS, SNMP and 802.11x.
26. Provide configuration and troubleshooting support for Ethernet Switches, Routers, Load-Balancers, VPN Concentrators, Firewalls, and networked servers.
27. Provide network management support as needed for event identification, event correlation, event escalation, and event triage as related to network infrastructure.

Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), AWS Certified Advanced Network, Firewall, Load Balancing, Routing, Switching