What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud Engineer position at Top Prospect Group?
If you thrive on solving complex network challenges in the cloud, this role is built for you.
FT, Direct Hire
Onsite in either Westchester, NY or FL- candidates choice
$90-117K for FL, $105-140K NY
AWS, network engineering, cloud networking, VPC, VPN, routing, security, automation, network performance
Design the backbone of modern cloud connectivity.
We’re looking for a Cloud Network Engineer who can build and optimize secure, high-performing cloud networks. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work across AWS environments, hybrid connectivity, and network architecture to support critical systems and drive performance at scale.
What You’ll Do
- Design and manage cloud network architecture within AWS (VPCs, routing, connectivity)
- Implement secure, scalable solutions across hybrid and cloud environments
- Configure and optimize VPNs, routing protocols (BGP), and WAN connectivity
- Partner with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams on cloud initiatives
- Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements
- Support automation and infrastructure as code where possible
What You Bring
- 3 years of network engineering or cloud networking experience
- Strong AWS networking expertise (VPC, routing, VPN, security groups, etc.)
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (BGP, WAN, TCP/IP)
- Experience with hybrid cloud connectivity and secure network design
- Scripting or automation experience (Python, PowerShell, etc.) is a plus
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Nice to Have
- Experience with containers (ECS/EKS, Kubernetes)
- Exposure to DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
- AWS Certification (Solutions Architect or similar)
Salary : $90,000 - $140,000