Cloud Network Engineer
8 - 16 Years of experience
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Key Responsibilities
- Design & Architecture
- Architect and deploy Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), subnets, and routing configurations in AWS and Azure.
- Implement hybrid connectivity solutions (VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute) for on-premises and cloud integration.
- Develop network diagrams and documentation for cloud network topologies.
- Implementation & Management
- Configure and manage AWS services (VPC, Route 53, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect) and Azure services (Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, Network Security Groups).
- Implement load balancing, DNS, and firewall policies across multi-cloud environments.
- Optimize network performance and ensure high availability.
- Security & Compliance
- Apply network segmentation, security groups, and firewall rules to enforce zero-trust principles.
- Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards (RBAC, MFA, encryption).
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement remediation plans.
- Monitoring & Troubleshooting
- Monitor network health using AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and third-party tools.
- Troubleshoot connectivity issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Execute disaster recovery and failover strategies for critical workloads.
- Automation & DevOps
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, or ARM templates.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate network automation into CI/CD pipelines.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, IPSec, MPLS).
- Hands-on experience with AWS networking (VPC, Direct Connect, Route 53) and Azure networking (Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, NSG).
- Familiarity with SD-WAN and cloud on-ramps for AWS and Azure.
- Certifications
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Advanced Networking Specialty.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate.
- CCNA/CCNP or equivalent networking certifications.
- Experience
- 4+ years in cloud networking and infrastructure roles.
- Proven experience in designing and managing multi-cloud environments.
- Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
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