Principal Cloud Network Engineer (Hybrid)

Principal Cloud Network Engineer 3 Days Hybrid from any of our locations in RI, Iselin NJ, MA, Pittsburgh PA, Dallas TX or Phoenix AZ. Role is not relocation eligible. Description We are seeking an experienced Principal Cloud Network Engineer to join our team and play a key role in the design, deployment, and management of secure, standardized, and automated infrastructure across multi-cloud and hybrid-cloud environments. This position is critical for enabling seamless connectivity between compute resources across public and hybrid-cloud, driving innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Architect and deploy cloud networks in AWS and Azure, ensuring CFG's design principles Design and implement hybrid-cloud environment utilizing Spine-Leaf architecture Manage and optimize hybrid-cloud connectivity via AWS Direct Connect and Azure ExpressRoute Drive the product vision for a Multi-Cloud environment, ensuring a secure and repeatable network infrastructure Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices, utilizing tools like Terraform and Ansible Collaborate with cross-functional teams and integrate feedback into the product lifecycle Create documentation and deliver knowledge-sharing presentations to help team members and internal customers Troubleshoot networking and security issues and participate in a tier 3 on-call rotation Qualifications, Education and Certifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience 5+ years of experience in network architecture or cloud services, with a focus on cloud networking and security Proficiency in AWS and Azure native networking and security constructs Experience in the design and deployment of Aviatrix multi-cloud platform is a plus Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Harness and Ansible Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira Experience in IP Networking (e.g., Spine and Leaf Architecture, routing, switching, IPsec, VRFs) Strong knowledge of network monitoring tools like AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, and Splunk Proficiency in using network troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, tracert, NetMon) Industry certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking or Azure Network Engineer Associate or Aviatrix ACE Professional or CCIE RS Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $123,200 – $184,800 per year, plus an opportunity to earn additional incentive earnings (if applicable). Actual pay is based on various factors including, but not limited to, the budget, work location, and relevant skills and experience. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens' paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit Required Skills Agility Analytical Reasoning Building Relationships Cross-Functional Collaboration Customer-Centricity Cybersecurity Emerging Technologies Industry Insight Innovation Motivating Others Network Design Network Management Network Support & Security Network/System Architecture, Configuration and Management Network/Telecommunications Media Planning and Organizing Principles of Information Technology Problem-Solving Valuing Diversity and Inclusion About Us Equal Employment Opportunity Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability. Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer Job Applicant Data Privacy Policy Background Check Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information. Job Info Job Identification 49587 Job Category Technology Posting Date 09/28/2026, 04:52 PM Apply Before 10/30/2026, 04:00 AM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree Job Schedule Full time Job Shift 1st Locations One Citizens Bank Way, Johnston, RI, 02919, US 5908 Headquarters Dr., Plano, TX, 75024, US 101 Wood Avenue South, Iselin, NJ, 08830, US 200 Station Drive, Westwood, MA, 02090, US 444 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, US Working Hours 40 Career Site Category Technology Citizens Financial Group, Inc.