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# Networking Cloud SME

- **Company:** Gridiron IT Solutions LLC
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $250,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Complex Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Routing, Network Service, Cloud Services, IT Architecture, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cloudformation, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Terraform
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9032398/networking-cloud-sme

## About the Role

Seeking a Networking Cloud SME to design, implement, and support secure AWS cloud networking solutions for DoD environments. The ideal candidate has strong enterprise networking experience and hands-on expertise with AWS Landing Zones/Control Tower, hybrid cloud architectures, and secure cloud connectivity., * Active Top Secret clearance.

 * 5+ years of networking/infrastructure experience.
 * 3+ years of AWS cloud engineering experience.
 * Hands-on experience with AWS Landing Zone or AWS Control Tower.
 * Strong knowledge of AWS networking services, routing, switching, VPNs, and firewalls.
 * Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or other Infrastructure as Code tools.
 * Familiarity with DoD security frameworks and cloud compliance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications

 * AWS Advanced Networking Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect certification.
 * CCNP, CCIE, or CISSP certification.
 * Experience supporting DoD, Space Force, or Air Force programs.

## Description

* Design and support AWS cloud networking architectures.
 * Deploy and manage AWS Landing Zones and multi-account environments.
 * Implement secure connectivity using Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPNs, and VPCs.
 * Support cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
 * Ensure compliance with DoD security requirements, RMF, NIST, and STIGs.
 * Troubleshoot complex network and cloud infrastructure issues.
 * Provide technical leadership and architecture guidance.


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