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This role focuses on network segmentation, routing, DNS architecture, VPC/VNet design, east-west traffic control, firewall policies, and secure boundary design aligned with Zero Trust principles.\nThe Cloud Network Architect works closely with cloud platform engineers, cybersecurity teams, system administrators, and application architects to ensure resilient, compliant, and high-performing network infrastructure across enterprise cloud systems.\nThis position is fully remote. \nDuties & Responsibilities\nThe Cloud Network Architect will:\nDesign IL5-compliant cloud network architectures including VPCs, subnets, routing, and segmentation. \nImplement network security controls aligned with Zero Trust, including east-west traffic filtering and micro-segmentation. \nDevelop and maintain DNS architecture, API routing flows, and secure naming conventions. \nArchitect secure cloud boundary protections including WAF, firewalls, and network access controls. \nLead configuration of VPN, Direct Connect, and cross-account networking for hybrid-cloud or multi-VPC connectivity. \nSupport traffic flow analysis, latency optimization, and performance tuning across cloud network layers. \nEnsure network designs comply with RMF, STIGs, IL5 cloud security standards, and boundary defense requirements. \nTroubleshoot complex network issues involving connectivity, DNS failures, load balancing, or segmentation errors. \nDevelop network diagrams, architecture documentation, and network policy standards. \nSupport monitoring and alerting implementations across network and connectivity components. \nParticipate in Change Control Board (CCB) processes for network modifications. \nProvide guidance to engineering teams on cloud network patterns and operational impacts. \nQualifications\nClearance Requirement\nMust hold an active Top Secret clearance, supported by a Tier 5 background investigation.\nEducation (Required)\nBachelor’s degree in Networking, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.\nExperience (Required)\nMinimum 7 years of experience in cloud or enterprise network engineering. \nExperience designing secure cloud network architectures including VPC/VNet segmentation. \nExperience with DNS, routing, firewalls, and secure boundary design. \nExperience supporting IL5, federal, or DoD network environments. \nTechnical Knowledge (Required)\nStrong knowledge of AWS GovCloud networking services (VPC, NACLs, SGs, Transit Gateway, Route 53). \nExperience with VPN, Direct Connect, and hybrid-cloud connectivity patterns. \nKnowledge of Zero Trust network principles and east-west segmentation. \nFamiliarity with load balancers, WAF, and boundary defense tools. \nTechnical Knowledge (Preferred)\nExperience with network automation or IaC network configuration. \nExperience with container networking, service mesh, or microservices connectivity. \nFamiliarity with cloud-native monitoring and packet analysis tools. \nCertifications\nRequired:\nCCNA or CCNP \nCompTIA Security+ \nPreferred:\nAWS Networking Specialty \nITIL v4 Foundation \nAdditional cloud network certifications \nSkills\nStrong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities for complex network issues. \nExcellent communication and collaboration skills across technical teams. \nHigh attention to detail and documentation accuracy. \nAbility to architect secure, scalable network solutions at enterprise scale. \nAbility to manage change in a fast-paced mission environment. \nOur Equal Employment Opportunity Policy\nEEO and Affirmative Action Policy: DecisionPoint Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. 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However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.\n Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information: By expressing your interest and submitting your resume for this position, you authorize DecisionPoint Corporation to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. 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