Remote- Sr. Cloud Network Architect

Hi ,

I hope this email finds you well.

My name is Yashasvi Hasija and I am a Technical Recruiter from Empower Professionals Inc. I came across your profile and wanted to reach out regarding a Salesforce Sr. Cloud Network Architect role with one of our clients based in Remote. Please let me know if you are available in the job market and interested in this role (see job description below) - if so, we can connect and speak further.

I would need your updated resume to proceed and can give you a call as soon as I have it.

Role: Sr. Cloud Network Architect

Location: Remote

Duration: 12+ Months

Mandatory-

Network onboarding and provisioning in cloud environments

Cloud networking services (VPCs, Direct Connect, VPN gateways, transit gateways, network firewalls, web application firewalls)

Network security principles and best practices

Certification: AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty or Azure Network

Automation tools for network configuration and management (e.g., Python, Terraform, AWS cloud formation, Azure PowerShell)

Please submit with skill matrix:

Ratings	Technical Skills	Years of Exp	Description
	Network onboarding and provisioning in cloud environments		Assesses the candidate's experience with the network onboarding process and provisioning in cloud environments such as AWS and Azure.
	Network security standards and compliance (e.g., FedRAMP, FISMA)		Evaluates the candidate's knowledge of government network security standards and compliance requirements.
	Cloud networking services (VPCs, Direct Connect, VPN gateways, transit gateways, network firewalls, web application firewalls)		Measures the candidate's hands-on experience with cloud networking services across AWS, Azure, and other major cloud providers.
	Network security principles and best practices		Assesses the candidate's in-depth knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and best practices for secure network design and implementation.
	AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty, Azure Network		Measures the candidate's relevant certifications which indicate their proficiency and expertise in cloud network engineering.
	Automation tools for network configuration and management (e.g., Python, Terraform, AWS cloud formation, Azure PowerShell)		Evaluates the candidate's experience with automation tools for network configuration and management. Evaluate the candidate's experience with CICD pipeline

Requirements:

Experience with network onboarding and provisioning in cloud environments.
Knowledge of government network security standards and compliance requirements (e.g., FedRAMP, FISMA).
Familiar with NIST - 171 security framework, Azure Defender, AWS security hub, Guarduty, Macie
In-depth knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and best practices for secure network design and implementation in the cloud.
Familiarity with security regulations, standards, and compliance requirements for cloud network environments.
Hands-on experience with cloud networking services like VPCs, Direct Connect, VPN gateways, transit gateways, network firewalls, and web application firewalls across AWS, Azure, and other major cloud providers.
Strong understanding of network security controls, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring tools in the cloud.
Strong communication and documentation skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Experience with automation tools (e.g., Python, Terraform) for network configuration and management
Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or similar are preferred.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the network onboarding process for new users and systems into Cloud environment
Provision and configure network resources in Cloud, ensuring compliance with security policies and government regulations.
Implement secure network architectures, including Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), subnets, routing tables, and network access control lists across AWS, Azure, and other cloud platforms.
Configure and manage cloud networking services for secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments, such as AWS Direct Connect, Azure VPN Gateway, and transit gateways.
Implement network security controls, such as security groups, network firewalls, and web application firewalls to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Monitor network traffic and security logs using cloud services for flow logs, activity trails, and threat detection to identify and respond to potential security incidents.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure integration of applications and services into the cloud network infrastructure.
Conduct regular network assessments and audits to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
Develop and maintain comprehensive network security policies, procedures, and documentation in compliance with security standards.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Cloud network-related issues
Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud networking services, security features, and best practices across multiple platforms