AWS Network Engineer

Position Summary

The Network Engineer plays a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based network infrastructures. They combine deep technical knowledge of AWS services with traditional networking expertise to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of an organization's cloud network environment.

Job Description

• Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable cloud network infrastructures using AWS services such as VPC, Route 53, Direct Connect, VPN, and EC2
• Ensure the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video, and wireless network services
• Develop and maintain documentation related to network configuration, mapping, processes, and service records
• Implement and support firewalls, site-to-site VPNs, and remote-access VPNs
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues as needed
• Collaborate with executive management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs
• Participate in managing network security solutions and perform server and security audits
  
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to stay current with industry developments
• Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end-user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices
• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory
• Provide network performance statistics and reports
• Participate in on-call rotations to support 24/7 operations
  
  
  

Skills

• Require 7-9 years of technology experience.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in AWS Cloud Operations with large multinational organisations.
• Proficiency in AWS services including VPC, EC2, Route 53, CloudFront, and other networking-related services
• Expert knowledge of network protocols and services such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, and OSPF
• Experience with network automation using AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible
• Familiarity with AWS security features like Network Access Control Lists, Security Groups, AWS Shield, and AWS WAF
• Working knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards
• Experience with network monitoring and analysis software
• Competence with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits
• Experience designing, implementing, managing, and supporting enterprise-level IP networks
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) are highly desirable