Axletree Solutions Inc. seeks a skilled and motivated AWS Network Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in designing, managing, and optimizing our cloud network infrastructure. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a candidate who thrives in a dynamic environment and excels at tackling complex AWS networking challenges. If you thrive on teamwork, navigating intricate cloud technical landscapes, and exceeding client expectations, then this is your chance to make a significant mark!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, implement, and maintain robust and secure AWS network solutions, including VPCs, subnets, route tables, security groups, Network ACLs, Transit Gateways, VPNs (site-to-site, remote access, and cloud-based connections), and Direct Connect.
• Implement and manage AWS Network Appliances, such as Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Check Point, etc., ensuring their optimal performance and security within the AWS environment.
• Monitor and manage network performance within AWS environments, ensuring optimal functionality, security, and scalability of cloud resources.
• Collaborate with other IT teams for seamless network integration and support across various cloud and on-premises platforms.
• Create, update, and maintain comprehensive documentation of AWS network configurations, operational procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with the IT Security team to implement robust network security controls within AWS, including access control lists (ACLs), firewalls (e.g., AWS WAF, Network Firewall), intrusion detection/prevention systems, and developing cloud network security policies.
• Provide technical support to internal users and external stakeholders for AWS network connectivity and related issues.
• Lead project management for various AWS network activities, including upgrades, implementations, and migrations within the cloud.
• Manage and optimize multi-cloud network environments (Azure, GCP), including configuration, security, and resource optimization, with a primary focus on AWS.
• Collaborate with external clients throughout the network lifecycle, delivering reliable and secure AWS network solutions that address their specific needs, from initial assessment to successful change implementation.

REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent certifications/training/experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of dedicated experience as an AWS Network Engineer or in a highly focused AWS networking role.
• Expert-level experience with AWS networking services, including but not limited to VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPN, Route 53, and load balancers.
• Proven experience implementing and managing AWS network appliances (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Check Point, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with AWS network security features and best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly for complex cloud network issues.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic, and management tools specific to AWS.
• Proven experience and success with AWS network design and implementation.
• Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices in a cloud context.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty (Highly Preferred).
• Experience managing cloud network environments in Azure and GCP (A plus).
• Familiarity with cloud automation tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) (A plus).
• Experience with on-premises router, switch, and firewall technologies (A plus).