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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Network Engineer - **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC. - **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $114,400.0 - $135,200.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Application Firewall, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Complex Networks, Cyber Security, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Identity and Access Management, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), IP Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Segmentation, Network Service, Remote Access Technology, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Private Cloud Environment, Data Logging, Network Routing, Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF), Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Computer Network Operations, Cloud Platform System, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Cloudformation, Palo Alto Networks, Bicep, Hardware Infrastructure, Cloud Migration, Cloudwatch, Firewall Services Module, Terraform, Virtual Private Clouds - **Published:** October 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/nc/raleigh/6802039d-0d07-4ba8-8690-7d620d4452d2 ## About the Role 7+ years of enterprise infrastructure or network engineering experience. 3+ years supporting cloud networking environments. Hands-on experience with AWS networking services. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure networking services. Experience administering Palo Alto firewalls using Panorama. Strong understanding of: TCP/IP Routing protocols VPN technologies DNS Load balancing Network segmentation Experience troubleshooting complex network performance and connectivity issues. Knowledge of cloud security best practices and network security controls. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Experience within state government or large enterprise environments. Cloud migration and modernization experience. Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation, or Bicep). Experience supporting multi-cloud architectures. Understanding of Zero Trust security frameworks. Familiarity with DevOps and automation concepts. Preferred Certifications One or more of the following certifications are highly desirable: Cloud Certifications AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) Palo Alto Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) CISSP CCNP Security Networking Certifications CCNP Enterprise CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure (Preferred) Desired Technical Skills Cloud Platforms AWS Microsoft Azure Google Cloud Platform Networking VPC/VNet Design Route Tables Transit Gateways Cloud Interconnects VPN Technologies Load Balancing DNS Services Network Monitoring Security Palo Alto Firewalls Panorama Security Policy Management IPSec VPN Network Segmentation Identity and Access Management Tools Terraform GitHub Azure DevOps CloudWatch Azure Monitor Logging and SIEM Platforms Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a senior-level cloud networking professional who combines deep networking expertise with hands-on operational experience across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments. They will have extensive experience administering Palo Alto firewalls, supporting secure cloud connectivity, and helping enterprise organizations modernize infrastructure through cloud adoption and migration initiatives. This role is well-suited for an engineer capable of working independently while collaborating across infrastructure, security, and application teams in a large-scale government environment., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. ## Description Firewall IBM VNET Terraform Operations Automation Mentorship Scalability Multi-Cloud IPSec Tunnels Cyber Security Cloud Security AWS Networking Cloud-To-Cloud Microsoft Azure Network Routing Cloud Operations Network Security Complex Networks Business Valuation AWS CloudFormation Amazon Web Services Network Engineering Enterprise Security Palo Alto Firewalls Cloud Infrastructure Network Segmentation Solution Architecture Virtual Private Cloud Cloud-Native Computing Full Stack Development Technical Documentation Infrastructure Security Business Transformation Firewall Administration Verbal Communication Skills Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Performance Management Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) Security Information And Event Management (SIEM) Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, Cloud Network Engineer to support the design, administration, security, and optimization of multi-cloud infrastructure environments. This role will focus on cloud networking operations across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), while providing critical support for Palo Alto network security technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in cloud-native networking, firewall administration, hybrid connectivity, network security, and enterprise cloud operations. This individual will work closely with cloud architects, security teams, infrastructure engineers, and agency stakeholders to support expanding cloud modernization initiatives. Key Responsibilities Cloud Network Operations Manage and support networking services across: Amazon Web Services (AWS) Microsoft Azure Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Configure and maintain: Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) Virtual Networks (VNets) Route tables Network peering Load balancers Network gateways DNS services Monitor and optimize cloud network performance and availability. Troubleshoot connectivity issues across cloud and hybrid environments. Palo Alto Network Security Administration Administer Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls using Panorama. Develop and maintain firewall policies and security rules. Support secure connectivity between state agencies, cloud environments, and on-premises infrastructure. Analyze and remediate security findings, vulnerabilities, and network incidents. Collaborate with enterprise security teams to ensure compliance with state security standards. Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure Support Maintain secure cloud-to-cloud and cloud-to-datacenter connectivity. Support VPN, IPSec tunnel, and routing implementations. Assist with migration initiatives from on-premises environments to cloud platforms. Implement network segmentation and zero-trust security principles where appropriate. Cloud Modernization Initiatives Participate in enterprise cloud transformation projects. Support cloud adoption efforts across multiple state agencies. Evaluate and implement networking best practices that improve scalability, security, and cost optimization. Assist in infrastructure modernization and application migration planning. Collaboration and Documentation Work closely with cloud engineers, architects, cybersecurity teams, and network operations personnel. Create and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, procedures, and operational runbooks. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff when needed.