Cloud Engineer

Job Title: AWS Connectivity Engineer Location: Spring, Texas Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AWS Connectivity Engineer to join our Cloud Infrastructure team. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable network connectivity solutions within AWS, with a strong emphasis on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and GitHub workflows. The ideal candidate will also have hands-on experience managing Fortinet firewalls, ensuring robust security and compliance across cloud and hybrid environments. Key Responsibilities Cloud Connectivity & Networking • Design and implement secure, scalable AWS network architectures (VPCs, Transit Gateways, VPNs, Direct Connect, etc.). • Configure and manage routing, Transit Gateways & CloudWAN. • Troubleshoot and optimize network performance and connectivity issues. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) • Develop and maintain Terraform modules for AWS networking and security resources. • Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated deployment and testing. • Ensure version control, code quality, and documentation of IaC artifacts. Firewall & Security Management • Configure and manage Fortinet FortiGate firewalls. • Implement firewall policies, NAT rules, and VPN configurations. • Monitor and respond to security events and alerts related to network traffic. Collaboration & Governance • Work closely with Cloud Architects, DevOps, and Security teams to align on best practices. • Participate in design reviews, change management processes, and compliance audits. • Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures. • Ability to participate in on-call rotations. Required Qualifications • Proven experience with AWS networking services and architecture. • Strong proficiency in Terraform and GitHub for IaC and automation. • Hands-on experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls (including FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer). • Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, BGP, and network security principles. • Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps methodologies. • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills. Preferred Qualifications • AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty). • Fortinet NSE certifications. • Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., CloudWatch, FortiAnalyzer, Datadog).