Cloud Network Architect

Job Summary:

Cloud Network Architect

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and architect cloud network infrastructure including VPCs, VPNs, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, and cloud-native networking services.
  
• Develop and implement multi-cloud and hybrid cloud network strategies to ensure scalability, availability, and security.
  
• Define network architecture frameworks, standards, and best practices aligned with enterprise cloud strategies.
  
• Collaborate with cloud security architects to enforce network security policies including segmentation, firewall rules, and threat detection.
  
• Lead cloud network migration, integration, and transformation projects.
  
• Evaluate and select cloud networking tools, technologies, and vendors.
  
• Work with DevOps and platform engineering teams to automate network provisioning and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
  
• Troubleshoot and optimize network performance across cloud and on-premises environments.
  

Required Skills:

• Experience with network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
  
• Solid understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and connectivity options.
  
• Familiarity with SDN (Software Defined Networking), NFV (Network Functions Virtualization), and container networking (Kubernetes, CNI plugins).
  
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DNS, DHCP, and load balancing.
  
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Networking Associate, or Cisco CCNP/CCIE are highly desirable.