Cloud Network Engineer

DecisionPoint seeks a Cloud Network Engineer to implement, maintain, and troubleshoot IL5 AWS GovCloud network infrastructure in support of a large federal and DoD-aligned mission environment. This role focuses on routing, DNS, VPN/Direct Connect, WAF management, load balancing, IAM policies tied to network controls, and Zero Trust-aligned network enforcement. 

The Cloud Network Engineer works closely with cloud network architects, platform engineers, cybersecurity teams, and application teams to deliver secure, resilient, high-performance cloud networking solutions across enterprise systems. 

This position is fully remote. 

Note: By applying to this position, you acknowledge and consent to having your resume included in an active competitive government contract bid.** 

The Cloud Network Engineer will: 

• Implement and maintain cloud network configurations including VPCs, subnetting, routing, and segmentation. 

• Configure Route 53 DNS zones, routing rules, failover, and internal/external resolution. 

• Set up and maintain VPN and AWS Direct Connect connectivity for hybrid or multi-environment integration. 

• Configure AWS WAF, load balancers (ALB/NLB), and firewall policies. 

• Apply and manage IAM policies tied to network controls and Zero Trust access enforcement. 

• Enforce Zero Trust network standards including micro-segmentation and east-west traffic control. 

• Troubleshoot network connectivity, DNS issues, traffic routing failures, and access problems. 

• Support network performance tuning, latency analysis, and throughput optimization. 

• Maintain network diagrams, documentation, configuration baselines, and operational logs. 

• Support monitoring, packet capture, and analytics for cloud traffic. 

• Ensure network configurations align with RMF, STIGs, IL5 cloud security requirements, and Zero Trust guidance. 

• Participate in Change Control Board (CCB) processes for network-related modifications. 

Clearance Requirement 

Must hold an active Top Secret clearance, supported by a Tier 5 background investigation. 

Education (Required) 

Bachelor’s degree in Networking, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. 

Experience (Required) 

• Minimum 5 years of experience in network engineering or cloud networking. 

• Experience configuring routing, VPNs, Direct Connect, DNS, load balancers, and WAF in cloud environments. 

• Experience troubleshooting AWS or hybrid network environments. 

• Experience supporting secure federal or DoD network environments. 

Technical Knowledge (Required) 

• Strong understanding of AWS GovCloud networking (VPC, NACLs, SGs, Route 53, Transit Gateway). 

• Experience with VPN, Direct Connect, network encryption, and secure connectivity patterns. 

• Experience implementing IAM-based network access controls. 

• Familiarity with Zero Trust network segmentation and enforcement. 

Technical Knowledge (Preferred) 

• Experience with network automation, IaC, or policy-as-code tools. 

• Experience with cloud traffic monitoring tools and packet analysis. 

• Familiarity with microservices or container-based network architectures. 

Certifications 

Required: 

• CCNA or CCNP 

• CompTIA Security+ 

Preferred: 

• AWS Networking Specialty 

• ITIL v4 Foundation 

• Additional cloud networking certifications 

Skills 

• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills for complex network troubleshooting. 

• Excellent communication skills for coordination across engineering, operations, and security teams. 

• High attention to detail and accurate documentation habits. 

• Ability to implement secure, resilient cloud networking configurations. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced mission environments. 

• EEO and Affirmative Action Policy: DecisionPoint Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of DecisionPoint Corporation to provide equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action laws, directives and regulations to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under Federal, State or Local laws.
• Pay Transparency Policy: In accordance with Presidential Executive Order 13665, DecisionPoint Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
• Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information: By expressing your interest and submitting your resume for this position, you authorize DecisionPoint Corporation to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should DecisionPoint Corporation. or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.