Cloud Network Engineer- REMOTE

Zachary Piper • McLean, VA

273d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Remote

About The Position

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Cloud Network Engineer to support a remote high-impact Azure cloud infrastructure team. The Cloud Network Engineer will bring a strong background in data center and infrastructure operations, with hands-on experience in cloud networking, security configurations, and infrastructure as code. This is a fully remote position supporting a multi-thousand end-user environment focused on operations and maintenance (O&M).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience (or Master's with 2+ years).
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure cloud services.
• Proficiency with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and management.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls, including port-level security and routing.
• Solid understanding of cloud security principles, DoD STIGs, and IAVM processes.
• Familiarity with EKS clusters and containerized environments.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Treasury Public Trust security clearance (8-12 week process).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in data center or infrastructure operations.
• Prior exposure to supporting Azure teams in a cloud-first environment.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, and Terraform-based deployments.
• Experience managing security configurations, access controls, and vulnerability remediation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure, including networking and security configurations.
• Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls, including port routing and traffic management.
• Develop and maintain Terraform scripts for provisioning and managing cloud services.
• Collaborate with vulnerability management teams to support STIG compliance, IAVM remediation, and access control configurations.
• Provide scripting support for automation and infrastructure tasks.
• Manage load balancing, traffic routing, and hardware configurations (Palo Alto, some Cisco).
• Respond to and resolve support tickets, ensuring SLA compliance and effective troubleshooting.
• Work closely with a small, agile team to deliver secure, scalable cloud solutions.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• PTO
• Sick Leave as required by law
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree