What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Network Engineer - Cloud/Security position at Luna Data Solutions, Inc.?
Luna Data Solutions has an immediate long-term contract position opening for a Sr. Network Engineer - Cloud/Security with our public sector industry client located in Austin, TX. *This resource must work onsite 5 days/week. *All candidates must be currently local/close to the Austin, TX area.
Role: Sr. Network Engineer - Cloud/Security
Role Description:
The Sr. Network Engineer - Cloud/Network Security resource will strengthen ability to deliver safe, secure, and reliable technology services by modernizing network architecture and improving the agency’s overall security posture. This role ensures that network connectivity and firewall configurations protect systems, data, and the traveling public while enabling the secure migration of applications from on?premises environments to cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
Serving as a senior technical authority, the engineer will establish and enforce secure network standards, govern firewall access, and reduce risk across complex hybrid environments. By leveraging cloud?native networking capabilities, improved segmentation, and modern security controls, this role will reduce attack surface, improve visibility, and increase resilience across enterprise networks.
Required Qualifications:
- 8–12 years of experience as a Network Engineer in large, complex enterprise or government environments.
- Extensive experience designing, reviewing, and governing firewall and network security architectures.
- Expert knowledge of networking and network security principles, including segmentation, routing, secure connectivity, and defense?in?depth.
- Proven experience supporting hybrid on?premises and multi?cloud network environments.
- Demonstrated ability to act as a technical authority and security advisor.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with Texas DIR Shared Technology Services (STS).
- Prior experience working for or supporting a State of Texas agency.
- Experience with cloud networking and security in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Azure, or AWS.
- Knowledge of DIR policies, state security standards, and compliance frameworks.
- Experience supporting application modernization initiatives that improve security and resilience.
What We Offer:
- Great work life balance
- Altruistic work
- Competitive compensation and benefits including health, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, disability insurance and more!
Luna Data Solutions, Inc. (LDS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment. LDS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, national origin, genetics, protected veteran status, and/or disability status. No sponsorship can be provided. Candidates must pass a 7-year background check.