Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer

On-site 5 days/week in Washington, DC

Our client requires a senior Cloud and Network Infrastructure Engineer to lead cloud and on‑premises network design, implementation, and operations. The role focuses on hybrid connectivity, security, and reliability while supporting a range of enterprise technologies in a fully onsite environment

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Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident. Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Public Trust clearance. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insuranc

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Rate: $62.00 to $72.25/hr.

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Responsibil

• itiesDesign, deploy, and maintain cloud‑based network solutions integrated with on‑premises infrastruc
• ture.Support hybrid cloud architectures and optimize networking performance and scalabi
• lity.Design, implement, and maintain on‑prem network solut
• ions.Perform network and low‑voltage cabling repair, troubleshooting, and remedia
• tion.Support and resolve issues across POS, video surveillance, physical access control, VoIP, LAN/WAN, hypervisors, and ser
• vers.Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot cloud and on‑prem network sys
• tems.Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance across environm
• ents.Implement automation and orchestration to streamline network operat
• ions.Optimize resource utilization using scripting and infrastructure‑as‑
• code.Implement and enforce security controls including firewalls, VPNs, and encryp
• tion.Ensure compliance with security policies and standards across environm
• ents.Partner with cloud architects, security teams, and stakeholders to align infrastructure with business n
• eeds.Use monitoring tools to track network performance and infrastructure he
• alth.Provide reporting to management and technical t
• eams.Deliver ongoing support and rapid troubleshooting to minimize down

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Experience Requir

• ementsUS Citizenship req
• uired.Minimum 7 years in network engineering, cloud infrastructure, or related
• roles.Proven experience with cloud‑based and hybrid networking solu
• tions.Hands‑on experience with AWS and Microsoft
• Azure.Strong understanding of cloud and network security prac
• tices.Proficiency with networking protocols and technologies including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, and
• VPNs.Experience with network monitoring
• tools.Familiarity with automation and scripting such as Python, Ansible, or Terr
• aform.Experience with cloud networking services including VPC, Direct Connect, Cloud VPN, and Load Bala
• ncers.Familiarity with Windows Server environ
• ments.Experience with tools such as GitHub, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and SIEM platforms such as S
• plunk.Practical experience with Cisco UCS‑C, Microsoft Hyper‑V, Red Hat Linux, and UPS sy
• stems.Knowledge of environmental monitors, physical access control, video surveillance, intercoms, and portable network
• kits.Experience supporting VoIP systems, printers, scanners, kiosks, and POS sy
• stems.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving s
• kills.Excellent written and verbal communication s
• kills.Ability to manage priorities in a fast‑paced enviro
• nment.Ability to perform physical tasks including climbing ladders, lifting equipment, racking hardware, and working under