Description

Key role in the management, monitoring, and optimization of cloud-based network infrastructure. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations of cloud network environments and services. The ideal candidate will have experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, on-premises infrastructure, and will possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to maintain high availability, security, and performance of hybrid network infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities

• Incident Management: Troubleshoot and resolve cloud network-related incidents and issues, ensuring minimal downtime and prompt service restoration.
• Administration of On-prem Infrastructure: daily administration of on-prem systems and network appliances including cabling, servers, hypervisor, Point of Sale System, Video Surveillance System, Physical Access Control System, Voice Over IP (VoIP) System, network (LAN and WAN) equipment.
• Performance Monitoring: Implement and monitor performance metrics for cloud networks, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline cloud network provisioning, configuration, and monitoring processes.
• Security and Compliance: Work with security teams to ensure the cloud network architecture adheres to security best practices and compliance standards.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures related to cloud network operations.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other IT teams, cloud architects, and developers to integrate cloud network solutions into broader infrastructure strategies.
• Support Cloud Network Deployments: Assist in the planning and deployment of cloud-based network solutions and services for new and ongoing projects.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide mid-level support for day-to-day operational issues within the cloud network infrastructure, ensuring continuity of service for business-critical applications.
  
  

Requirements

• US citizenship required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering or network operations, with a focus on cloud environments.
• Familiarity with containerization and microservices networking (Kubernetes, Docker).
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments or multi-cloud setups.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and related networking services.
• Hands-on experience with hybrid network infrastructure and related networking services.
• Hands-on experience with on-premises network infrastructure and related networking services.
• Proven experience with cloud-based network troubleshooting and performance optimization.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network operations, ideally in a hybrid network environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in system operations, ideally in a hybrid network environment.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure and related services.
• Hands-on experience with hybrid network infrastructure and related services.
• Hands-on experience with on-premises network infrastructure and related services.
• Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, ...) and security technologies (Firewall, VPNs).
• Experience with monitoring tools and cloud infrastructure management (e.g., CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Prometheus).
• Familiarity with automation and scripting tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Terraform).
• Knowledge of security best practices and tools.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Ability to carry out physical tasks like climbing ladders, lifting heavy equipment (e.g., racking equipment), crawling under desks, etc.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple teams.
• Understanding of networking concepts such as VPN, SD-WAN and DNS.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred. Relevant work experience may substitute for formal education.
  
  

Desired Experience and Qualifications, must meet some of the below:

• Experience in managing hybrid or multi-cloud network environments is a plus.
• Previous experience with network automation and scripting tools preferred.
• AWS or Azure Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Network Engineer
• CompTIA Certified – Network+ Server + Cloud+
• ITIL Foundation Certification
  
  

Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

The salary range for this position depends upon multiple factors including location, the individual's knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, and contract-specific budget constraints and organizational requirements.

Benefits

Gunnison Consulting Group's total compensation package also includes bonus and profit-sharing opportunities, depending on company and employee performance. Available employee benefits include:

• 3 weeks of Personal Leave your first year
• 11 paid Holidays each year
• 5 days of Flexible Time Off each year
• 401(k) company match at 50% up to 10% of your salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Public Transportation Subsidies
• Certifications and Training Allowance - $2,500/year!
  
  

Why Join Gunnison?

• Gunnison takes on ambitious projects. We target fun, challenging work that requires creative thinking and innovation.
• Quality is our top priority.
• Gunnison employee benefits meet or exceed what other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offer.
• There is a great sense of camaraderie at Gunnison. This is an atmosphere we will maintain as we continue to grow.
• We are growing rapidly and the opportunity for individual professional growth with Gunnison is outstanding.
• We hire for careers at Gunnison, not to fill a position.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be eligible for employment in the United States. We are unable to sponsor candidates at this time.

In 1994 Gunnison Consulting Group began serving the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, focused on tackling our customers' most ambitious technology projects. By creating a culture dedicated to enabling our customers and employees to achieve more than they ever thought they could, the company has thrived for over 25 years.