Network Cloud Engineer

Description

The Cloud Network Engineer II is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting cloud and hybrid network infrastructure, with a focus on secure, scalable, and highly available connectivity across AWS, Azure, OCI, and on-premises environments. This role requires strong hands-on experience with cloud networking, Cisco and Meraki infrastructure, and multi-cloud connectivity solutions, and is responsible for improving network performance, reliability, and security across hybrid environments while supporting cloud adoption efforts. The engineer works closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver stable, efficient, and well-integrated platforms.

Essential Tasks/Major Duties

• Design and support secure, scalable network solutions across AWS, Azure, OCI, and on-premises environments.

• Build and manage hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity, including VPN, SD-WAN, direct connect services, and Megaport.

• Manage on-premises network infrastructure, including Cisco and Meraki platforms.

• Design and maintain routing, switching, and segmentation (BGP, OSPF, VLANs).

• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues across cloud, on-premises, and provider networks.

• Work with telecom providers to manage DIA, broadband, and redundant connectivity.

• Manage DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM) in hybrid environments.

• Apply network security best practices, including firewall policies, segmentation, encryption, and PKI management.

• Support vulnerability management and network-related security risks.

• Support cloud migration efforts and ongoing platform improvements.

• Document network designs and procedures.

Skills

Cisco, Meraki, AWS, Cloud

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of experience in cloud engineering or architecture, with hands-on proficiency in AWS, Azure, and OCI.

• AWS SysOps Administrator certification or equivalent.

• 5 years of progressive server administration experience (Windows, Linux).

• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible) and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, EKS), and observability tools (Datadog, PagerDuty).

• Hands-on experience with on-premises networking using Cisco (Catalyst, Nexus, IOS/XE) and Meraki (MX, MS, MR).

• Experience with routing and connectivity (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, SD-WAN).

• Experience with multi-cloud connectivity, including Megaport and cloud direct connect services (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, OCI FastConnect).

• Experience with network monitoring and telemetry tools (NetFlow, SNMP, packet capture, flow analytics).

• Experience with DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM) in hybrid environments.

• Experience managing certificates and PKI, including lifecycle automation and secure key management.

• Experience designing and implementing disaster recovery (DR), business continuity (BC), and maintaining CMDB systems.

• Familiarity with WAFs, ALB/ELB, and the AWS Well-Architected Framework.

• Knowledge of security and compliance standards (SOC2, ISO 27001, NIST).

• Effective use of generative AI tools for automation, scripting, and documentation.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills; comfortable working in agile environments.

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmington Hills, MI.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Farmington Hills,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.