Network Engineer
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AWS Network Engineer
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated AWS Network Engineer to design, implement, and support
secure, scalable, and high-availability cloud network infrastructure within the client’s
environment.
This role involves working closely with project teams, system integrators, vendors and
internal IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure the reliability, security, and compliance of
AWS network solutions that support the client’s digital services and mission-critical
systems.
You will play a key role in strengthening the client’s infrastructure through robust cloud
connectivity and secure network design.
Responsibilities- Design, deploy, and maintain AWS Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
environments including subnets, route tables, security groups, network
access control lists, Transit Gateways, Route 53 (DNS) and PrivateLink in
alignment with the client’s standards and policies.- Configure, manage and maintain hybrid cloud connectivity (e.g., AWS
Direct Connect, Gateways, Site-to-Site VPN, Transit Gateway) between
on-premises data centres and AWS environments.- Configure and manage DNS and DHCP network services
- Configure and manage Network Load Balancing and TraIic Management
using AWS ELB, NLB, ALB, CloudFront and Nginx to ensure traTic
optimization, latency reduction, and high availability for distributed
applications- Implement network security controls to comply with the client’s security
guidelines and policies, ensuring confidentiality and integrity of the client’s
data and systems.- Implement and administer Firewalls and Security Appliances e.g. Palo Alto
- Lead incident response eTorts, collaborating closely with vendors and
- Provide advice and technical network support for internet-facing
applications, ensuring smooth deployment and resolving pre- and postimplementation
issues.- Collaborate with cloud architects, cybersecurity teams, and DevOps
engineers to design secure and resilient cloud network topologies.
2- Implement network automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using
- Troubleshoot and optimize network performance using AWS CloudWatch,
- Provide technical support for Windows and Linux EC2 servers, assisting
- Maintain accurate network documentation, topology diagrams, operational
procedures and best practices in compliance with audit and change
management processes.- Stay up to date with AWS networking advancements, GovTech cloud
policies, and cybersecurity directives to propose continuous improvements.
Required skills and qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computing, Electrical Engineering,
- 2 or more years of experience in network engineering, including managing AWS
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols (BGP),
- Proficiency with AWS networking services such as VPC, Transit Gateway,
- Expertise in network segmentation, traIic filtering, and firewall policy
- Proficiency with network architectures, optimisation and troubleshooting
- Hands-on experience with IaC and automation tools e.g. Terraform,
- Familiarity with Zero Trust network design principles.
- Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to work
collaboratively across service providers and project teams.
Preferred skills and qualifications- AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Next-Generation Firewall Engineer
- Experience with security and compliance frameworks relevant to government
and regulated environments.