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Cloud Specialist
Cloud specialist - Technical skills: Cloud platforms: Proficiency in at least one major cloud service provider: (Prefer AWS and Azure expertise) Networking: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing to include BGP, switching, and subnetting. Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers. Knowledge of SD-WAN and hybrid cloud networking. Cloud-to-cloud routing and configurations. Automation & scripting: Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting. Infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Ansible. Security: Network security best practices. Zero Trust network principles. Cloud-native security services. Monitoring & troubleshooting: Cloud-native monitoring tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor). Third-party tools (Datadog, Splunk, SolarWinds). Professional certifications: Cloud certifications: AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer. Networking certifications: Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE, CompTIA Network+. Security certifications (bonus): CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Experience: 35+ years in networking, with at least 12 years in cloud-based networking. Proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing cloud, multi-cloud, and hybrid network architectures. Hands-on experience and firm understanding of Policy Enforcement Points. Hands-on experience with PrivateLink. Hands-on experience with migration projects from on-premises to cloud. Soft skills: Forward thinking and engineering for future needs/requirements. Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking. Clear communication skills for cross-team collaboration. Project management and ability to work under tight deadlines. Adaptability to evolving cloud technologies. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. Additional plus factors: Knowledge of container networking (Kubernetes, Docker). Experience with multi-cloud networking strategies. Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Route 53 and DNS.
Cloud specialist - Technical skills: Cloud platforms: Proficiency in at least one major cloud service provider: (Prefer AWS and Azure expertise) Networking: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing to include BGP, switching, and subnetting. Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers. Knowledge of SD-WAN and hybrid cloud networking. Cloud-to-cloud routing and configurations. Automation & scripting: Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting. Infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Ansible. Security: Network security best practices. Zero Trust network principles. Cloud-native security services. Monitoring & troubleshooting: Cloud-native monitoring tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor). Third-party tools (Datadog, Splunk, SolarWinds). Professional certifications: Cloud certifications: AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer. Networking certifications: Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE, CompTIA Network+. Security certifications (bonus): CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Experience: 35+ years in networking, with at least 12 years in cloud-based networking. Proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing cloud, multi-cloud, and hybrid network architectures. Hands-on experience and firm understanding of Policy Enforcement Points. Hands-on experience with PrivateLink. Hands-on experience with migration projects from on-premises to cloud. Soft skills: Forward thinking and engineering for future needs/requirements. Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking. Clear communication skills for cross-team collaboration. Project management and ability to work under tight deadlines. Adaptability to evolving cloud technologies. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. Additional plus factors: Knowledge of container networking (Kubernetes, Docker). Experience with multi-cloud networking strategies. Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Route 53 and DNS.