Cloud Network Architect/Engineer

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring forCloud Network Engineer/Architectto support cloud networking and architecting solutions for the customer. This position will be fully remote with a ~10% travel requirement.

Responsibilities

Gathers information concerning the capabilities of Company products; investigates the technical capabilities of Company products and competing equipment and/or solutions; stays abreast of developments in hardware and software. Generates quantifiable requirements based on customer description, system planning and design, and ensures requirements comply through formal verification methods. Translates high level product development strategies into network and system requirement specifications and works with other engineering disciplines to develop lower-level detailed implementation requirements. Establishes and coordinates development of standards, practices, and procedures as related to the network and system development. Designs interfaces and brings network and system elements together, so they work as a whole. Assesses performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures. Customer liaison and support for business development activities and to understand and shape requirements.

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  Coordinates the planning, design, and installation of equipment, using knowledge of engineering and programming as well as sophisticated instruments and computers

  
  


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  Participates in system conceptual design and documentation of the design concepts.

  
  


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  Installs all new hardware, systems, and software for networks.

  
  


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  Designs, creates, and builds network services, equipment and devices.

  
  


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  Generates system level requirements verification procedures and customer acceptance test procedures.

  
  


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  Monitors system performance and implements performance tuning.

  
  


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  Reviews test plans/procedures and ensures they meet the objectives of the contractual requirements and participates in the testing process to validate requirements.

  
  

Develops and/or analyzes and revises existing administrative operations and management controls including standard practices, operating procedures, management systems, and reporting documentation. Develops and/or coordinates improved policies, methods, procedures, instructions, and forms to achieve greater operations efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

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  Conduct assessments of current and in-process documents for compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures.

  
  


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  Identify related policy documents which may be impacted by reviews and updates of other existing content.

  
  


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  Offer recommendations to retain, revise, or retire existing resource documents based on factors such as utilization, compliance, and other relevant metrics.

  
  


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  Define technical and/or web content management requirements to improve management of resource documents, including search-ability, currency, and identification of authoritative sources.

  
  


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  Collaborate with stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to modify resource documents and implement recommended framework.

  
  


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  Responsible for all aspects of network engineering, design, and implementation of AWS cloud solutions.

  
  


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  Responsible for administration of AWS VPC, Transit Gateways, Wide-area Network, VPNs, Firewalls, and related circuits, services, and devices.

  
  


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  Implementing and managing AWS network security measures, including Security Groups, Network ACLs, and AWS WAF.

  
  


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  Integrating hybrid networks with AWS using VPNs, AWS Direct Connect, and other hybrid connectivity solutions.

  
  


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  Developing and maintaining detailed network diagrams and support procedures in partnership with Network Architects.

  
  


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  Monitoring network availability and capacity utilization to meet committed availability and quality of service objectives. Provides input into the enterprise capacity planning process.

  
  


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  Supporting proofs-of-concept design and testing activities and supports the development of change requests, white papers, and proposals with network service components.

  
  


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  Troubleshooting and resolving network issues across development, testing, and production cloud environments.

  
  


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  Working with Cloud Engineers and Architects on issues related to cloud infrastructure design and architecture.

  
  


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  Working with peers within and beyond the Cloud Operations team to define and characterize complex technology or process problems and develop & implement new solutions. As needed, assists with the development of Operations white papers, proposals, and other documentation.

  
  

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 12+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

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  Clearance Required:Top Secret

  
  


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  Must have or obtain IAT level II certification within 90 days of hire. (i.e., CompTIA Security+(CE)

  
  


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  Demonstrated experience and understanding of DOD Security, RMF, and/or NIST Policies

  
  

Preferred Skills and Experience

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  Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with customers and internal cross-functional teams

  
  


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  Experience with virtual and/or cloud-based servers and applications

  
  


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  Excellent technical documentation and reporting skills

  
  


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  Effective written and oral communication skills

  
  


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  Experience working in an Agile environment

  
  


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  Certification(s) in relevant technologies

  
  

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Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $180,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID 2024-5082

Category IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering & Operations

Position Type Full-Time