Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer
Eliassen Group
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
On-site 5 days/week in Washington, DC
Our client is seeking a senior Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud and on‑premises infrastructure and networking solutions. This role combines deep cloud expertise with strong hands‑on networking and systems experience to ensure high performance, scalability, security, and reliable connectivity between on‑premises and cloud environments. This is a fully onsite role requiring regular physical interaction with infrastructure and equipment.
Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident. Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Public Trust clearance. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $75.00 to $80.00/hr. w2
Responsibilities:- Design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based network solutions integrated with on-premises infrastructure.
- Support hybrid cloud architectures and optimize networking performance and scalability.
- Design, implement, and maintain on-prem network solutions.
- Perform network and low-voltage cabling repair, troubleshooting, and remediation.
- Support POS, video surveillance, physical access control, VoIP, LAN/WAN, hypervisors, and servers.
- Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot cloud and on-prem network systems.
- Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance across environments.
- Implement automation and orchestration to streamline network operations.
- Optimize resource utilization using scripting and infrastructure-as-code.
- Implement and enforce network security controls including firewalls, VPNs, and encryption.
- Ensure compliance with security policies and standards across environments.
- Partner with cloud architects, security teams, and stakeholders.
- Use monitoring tools to track network performance and infrastructure health.
- Provide reporting to management and technical teams.
- Deliver ongoing support and rapid troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
- US Citizenship required.
- Minimum 7 years in network engineering, cloud infrastructure, or related roles.
- Experience designing and managing cloud-based and hybrid networking solutions.
- Hands-on experience with AWS and Microsoft Azure.
- Strong understanding of cloud and network security practices.
- Experience with TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Experience with network monitoring tools.
- Familiarity with automation and scripting such as Python, Ansible, or Terraform.
- Experience with cloud networking services including VPC, Direct Connect, Cloud VPN, and Load Balancers.
- Familiarity with Windows Server environments.
- Experience with GitHub, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and SIEM platforms such as Splunk.
- Practical experience with Cisco UCS-C servers, Microsoft Hyper-V, RedHat Linux, and UPS systems.
- Knowledge of environmental monitors, access control, video surveillance, intercoms, and portable network kits.
- Experience supporting VoIP systems, printers, scanners, kiosks, and POS systems.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including climbing ladders, lifting equipment, racking hardware, and working under desks.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Preferred certifications: AWS Certified (Foundational, Associate, or Specialty), Microsoft Azure Certified (Associate or Expert), or CompTIA (Network+, Security+, Server+, or Cloud+).
Recruitment Transparency Notice
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ( View email address on ziprecruiter.com , View phone number on ziprecruiter.com) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range. W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality. If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:
· When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.
· Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.
If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com.
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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