Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Onsite in Washington, DC

Our client requires a senior Cloud and Network Infrastructure Engineer to lead cloud and on‑premises network design, implementation, and operations. The role focuses on hybrid connectivity, security, and reliability while supporting a range of enterprise technologies in a fully onsite environment.

Due to federal security clearance requirements, the applicant must be a United States Citizen. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60.00 to $70/hr. w2

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud‑based network solutions integrated with on‑premises infrastructure.
• Support and optimize hybrid cloud architectures for networking performance and scalability.
• Design, implement, and maintain on‑prem network solutions.
• Perform network and low‑voltage cabling repair, troubleshooting, and remediation.
• Support and resolve issues across POS, video surveillance, physical access control, VoIP, LAN/WAN, hypervisors, and servers.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot cloud and on‑prem network systems for high availability and reliability.
• Implement automation and orchestration to streamline network operations.
• Optimize resource utilization using scripting and infrastructure‑as‑code approaches.
• Implement and enforce network security controls including firewalls, VPNs, and encryption.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and standards across environments.
• Partner with architects, security teams, and stakeholders to align infrastructure with business needs.
• Use monitoring tools to track network performance and infrastructure health.
• Provide regular reporting to management and technical teams.
• Deliver ongoing support and rapid troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

Experience Requirements:

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7 years in network engineering, cloud infrastructure, or related roles.
• Proven experience designing and managing cloud‑based and hybrid networking solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS and Microsoft Azure.
• Strong understanding of cloud and network security practices, including secure data transmission and access control.
• Expertise with networking protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience with network monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with automation and scripting tools such as Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
• Experience with cloud networking services including VPC, Direct Connect, Cloud VPN, and Load Balancers.
• Familiarity with Windows Server environments.
• Experience with GitHub, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and SIEM platforms such as Splunk.
• Practical experience with Cisco UCS‑C servers, Microsoft Hyper‑V, RedHat Linux, and UPS systems.
• Knowledge of environmental monitors, physical access control systems, video surveillance systems, intercoms, and portable network kits.
• Experience supporting VoIP systems, printers, scanners, kiosks, and POS systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills with clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage priorities and tasks in a fast‑paced environment and perform physical tasks including climbing ladders and racking hardware.
• Experience supporting large‑scale infrastructure projects (preferred).
• Experience working in DevOps or cloud engineering teams (preferred).
• Experience with hybrid and multi‑cloud environments (preferred).

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• AWS Certified – Foundational, Associate, or Specialty.
• Microsoft Azure Certified – Associate or Expert.
• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Server+, or Cloud+.
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance.

Recruitment Transparency Notice Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact InfoSec@eliassen.com.About Eliassen Group: Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate. Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!