Job Title: Cloud Engineer (AWS Connectivity Engineer)
Location: Spring, TX - 77389
Job Type: 12 Months+ (Long Term Contract)
**Looking for direct candidates only (no layers please)
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AWS Connectivity Engineer to join our Cloud Infrastructure team. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable network connectivity solutions within AWS, with a strong emphasis on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and GitHub workflows. The ideal candidate will also have hands-on experience managing Fortinet firewalls, ensuring robust security and compliance across cloud and hybrid environments.
Responsibilities
Cloud Connectivity & Networking
- Design and implement secure, scalable AWS network architectures (VPCs, Transit Gateways, VPNs, Direct Connect, etc.).
- Configure and manage routing, Transit Gateways & Cloud WAN
- Troubleshoot and optimize network performance and connectivity issues.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Develop and maintain Terraform modules for AWS networking and security resources.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated deployment and testing.
- Ensure version control, code quality, and documentation of IaC artifacts.
Firewall & Security Management
- Configure and manage Fortinet FortiGate firewalls
- Implement firewall policies, NAT rules, and VPN configurations.
- Monitor and respond to security events and alerts related to network traffic.
Collaboration & Governance
- Work closely with Cloud Architects, DevOps, and Security teams to align on best practices.
- Participate in design reviews, change management processes, and compliance audits.
- Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures.
- Ability to participate in on call rotations.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience with AWS networking services and architecture.
- Strong proficiency in Terraform and GitHub for IaC and automation.
- Hands-on experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls (including FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer).
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, BGP, and network security principles.
- Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps methodologies.
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty).
- Fortinet NSE certifications.
- Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., CloudWatch, FortiAnalyzer, Datadog).
