Cloud Network Operations Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Cloud Network Operations Engineer to monitor and maintain cloud network operations. You will manage design evolution of cloud networks and resolve incidents to ensure smooth operation, applying advanced technical skills and mentoring team members.

The role requires substantial cloud and network experience and the ability to obtain DoD IAT II baseline certification within 30 days of hire. Strong collaboration with security and engineering teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience supporting operations and maintenance for secure cloud engineering systems.
• 4+ years of experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570 or 8140 IAT Level II Baseline Certification such as Security+ within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cloud network administration and maintenance operations.
• Manage design evolution of existing cloud operational networks.
• Resolve network incidents to ensure smooth network operation.
• Mentor and supervise team members.

Skills

Cloud operations

Linux CLI

Network security

Routing protocols

Secret clearance

IAT II Baseline

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Palo Alto firewall

Terraform

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

The Opportunity

Monitor cloud network administration and maintenance operations. Manage the design evolution of existing cloud operational networks and resolve network incidents to ensure the smooth running of the network operation. Apply advanced skills and extensive technical expertise, including full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.

Job Number

R0252552

Cloud Network Operations Engineer

Monitor cloud network administration and maintenance operations. Manage the design evolution of existing cloud operational networks and resolve network incidents to ensure the smooth running of the network operation. Apply advanced skills and extensive technical expertise, including full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.

You Have

• 6+ years of experience supporting operations and maintenance for secure cloud engineering systems
• 4+ years of experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or GCP
• Experience with Linux Operating Systems and command-line interfaces
• Experience configuring network security components from Palo Alto and configuring routers, switches, and network appliances
• Experience working with access control and network layer administration, and working with routing policies, network architecture, and IP subnetting
• Experience working with network protocols and services, including TCP/IP, UPD, BGP, and OSPF
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 or 8140 IAT Level II Baseline Certification such as Security+ Certification within 30 days of hire date

Nice If You Have

• Experience with scripting languages, including Bash, Ansible, or YAML, and the Atlassian tool suite, including Jira and Confluence
• Experience with networking in a multi-cloud environment and hybrid environments
• Experience with the Windows Operating System and Active Directory
• Experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, or Docker
• Experience with AWS cloud-native network and solutions, including VPC, Transit Gateway, VPC FlowLogs, PrivateLink, Direct Connect, DNS, Load Balancing, Security Groups, and ACLs
• Experience with Agile development techniques and ceremonies
• Knowledge of firewall policy and firewall policy troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Site Reliability Engineering concepts
• TS/SCI clearance
• CCNA, CCIE, Palo Alto Security, or similar Networking Certifications

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.