Senior Cloud Network Engineer
Genesis10•Mclean, VA
•Hybrid
About The Position
Genesis10 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Network Engineer to design, implement, automate, and support enterprise-scale cloud networking solutions with a primary focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role will be responsible for architecting secure, scalable, and resilient network infrastructure across hybrid cloud environments while leveraging Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), automation, and modern DevOps practices. The ideal candidate is a hands-on networking expert with deep experience in cloud connectivity, routing, security, network automation, and large-scale enterprise environments.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in cloud networking, network engineering, or infrastructure engineering roles
- Deep understanding of enterprise networking concepts including BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, Routing and Switching, Load Balancing, High Availability, DNS, and Network Security
- Hands-on experience designing and supporting GCP networking solutions in production environments
- Strong expertise with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code practices
- Experience with hybrid cloud networking and data center connectivity
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
- Experience supporting production deployments, upgrades, and migrations
- Knowledge of cloud security and risk management principles
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with multi-cloud environments (GCP, Azure, AWS)
- Strong scripting and automation experience using Python, PowerShell, or similar languages
- Experience with CI/CD platforms and GitOps methodologies
- Hands-on experience with Palo Alto, Cisco, or cloud-native security platforms
- Experience with Kubernetes networking (GKE), service networking, and container connectivity
- Relevant certifications such as: Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer, Google Professional Cloud Architect, HashiCorp Terraform Associate, CCNP Enterprise / CCIE, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
- Experience in highly regulated enterprise environments such as financial services, healthcare, or government
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support enterprise-scale networking solutions within GCP and hybrid cloud environments
- Architect and manage GCP networking services including VPC Networks, Cloud Router, Cloud NAT, Cloud DNS, Private Service Connect, Network Connectivity Center, Cloud Load Balancers, VPN and Interconnect Services
- Develop scalable network designs supporting multi-region, high-availability, and disaster recovery requirements
- Support hybrid connectivity between on-premises data centers and cloud environments
- Develop, maintain, and enhance reusable Terraform modules for cloud networking infrastructure
- Build automated deployment frameworks and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines
- Drive network automation initiatives using Python, Terraform, and cloud-native automation frameworks
- Troubleshoot complex production network issues across cloud and hybrid environments
- Perform root cause analysis and develop permanent corrective actions
- Design and implement secure network architectures following Zero Trust and security best practices
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with enterprise and regulatory standards
- Implement and maintain network observability solutions for cloud environments
- Lead cloud network migration initiatives from traditional infrastructure to GCP
- Partner with cloud architects, security engineers, platform teams, and application owners to deliver cloud networking solutions
Benefits
- Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
- The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
- Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
- Behavioral Health Platform
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- 401K
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
- Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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