Network Architect

Skills

• AWS Networking: Expert proficiency in VPC, Transit Gateway, PrivateLink, CloudFront, and Global Accelerator
• Routing Protocols: Deep knowledge of BGP, OSPF, and SD-WAN integration
• Security Tools: Hands-on experience with IAM, KMS, and third-party virtual firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet)
• Automation: Advanced scripting skills in Python (Boto3) or Bash
• Legacy Integration: Ability to migrate multi-tier legacy applications from on-premises to AWS-native frameworks
• Leadership: Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional projects
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to translate complex technical concepts for C-level executives and non-technical stakeholders
• Problem Solving: Strategic thinker capable of resolving high-stakes architectural challenges and disaster recovery planning

Qualifications

• 8+ years in enterprise networking, with at least 5 years specifically focused on AWS Cloud Architecture
• AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty (Highly Preferred)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• CCIE/CCNP or equivalent professional-level networking certification

Responsibilities

• Architectural Strategy: Design and document enterprise-grade AWS network architectures, including Multi-Account structures using AWS Control Tower and Organizations
• Hybrid Connectivity: Implement complex hybrid patterns using AWS Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, and Site-to-Site VPN to link global sites with AWS VPCs
• Security & Compliance: Lead the design of Zero-Trust network frameworks, implementing AWS Network Firewall, WAF, and micro-segmentation through Security Groups and NACLs
• Automation (IaC): Standardize infrastructure deployment using Terraform or CloudFormation to eliminate manual configuration and ensure reproducibility
• Network Governance: Establish and enforce standards for IP address management (IPAM), DNS (Route 53), and load balancing (ALB/NLB/GWLB)
• Performance & Observability: Design monitoring solutions using Amazon CloudWatch, VPC Flow Logs, and Traffic Mirroring to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks
• Cost Optimization: Analyze data transfer patterns and architect solutions to minimize AWS egress costs and resource waste

Pay

$100,000–$140,000 a year