Senior Cloud Network Analyst - Corporate IT (Kansas City)

Description

As a Cloud Network Analyst, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the stability, security, and efficiency of our LAN, WAN and cross-cloud and internal cloud network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with multi-cloud networking, a strong understanding of network protocols, cloud network peering, cloud security services, Palo Alto firewalls and a proven track record in troubleshooting and optimizing network performance. What you will do

• Design, deploy, and manage cloud-based network infrastructure using platforms such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.

• Configure and maintain virtual networks, subnets, and security groups to ensure optimal performance and security.

• Deploy VPC and VNET cloud network boundaries and associated policies

• Deploy and maintain cloud network peering and routing services like Azure vWAN and AWS Transit Gateways.

• Configure and deploy cloud network load balancing and security services like cloud firewalls and WAFs.

• Design, configure and manage cloud DNS solutions like AWS Route 53

• Deploy cloud network configurations utilizing Infrastructure as Code – specifically Terraform.

• Develop and implement cloud network architecture, ensuring seamless connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud services including private connectivity solutions like ExpressRoute, Direct Connect and cloud network exchanges like Equinix and Megaport

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable and resilient network solutions.

• Monitor and analyze cloud network performance, identifying and resolving issues to ensure high availability and reliability.

• Implement strategies for load balancing, auto-scaling, and disaster recovery to optimize resource utilization.

• Provide technical support for cloud-related network issues, working closely with other IT teams to resolve incidents promptly.

• Document and maintain network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

• Collaborate with system administrators, developers, and other IT staff to ensure seamless integration of cloud services.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and address concerns.

• Respond to network incidents and outages promptly, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

• Assist the Network Operations team in the installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of the LAN, WAN, and wireless network environments.

• Identify and analyze new technologies and alternative systems to enhance security, reliability and customer experience.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Fundamentals, Azure Network Engineer, AWS Cloud Practitioner, etc) are a plus.

• Significant experience building and managing networks in Microsoft Azure.

• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, virtualization, and networking protocols.

• Experience deploying cloud network configurations using Terraform.

• Experience with network security practices, including firewalls, VPNs, and encryption.

• Experience with multi-cloud connectivity.

• Strong ability to influence or lead enterprise integration project execution.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to be on-call after-hours on a rotating basis.

Preferred

• Experience with cloud-based network infrastructure in all four major cloud platforms - Azure, AWS, GCP, and OCI.

• Experience managing LAN, WAN, and wireless networks.

• Experience with SD-WAN technology.

• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is desirable.

• Certification in relevant networking technologies (e.g., CCNA, CWNA)

• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, VLANs, OSPF, BGP, etc.)

• Experience with Cisco and Meraki network hardware.

• Experience with network automation tools.

Job Networking

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations United States

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: No

Req ID: 241223

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JH #COR