Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

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This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S. Who we are:
Raft () is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in McLean, VA. Our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans.
About the role:
As a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, I lead the development and implementation of secure cloud networking architectures and infrastructure solutions. I collaborate with clients, guiding in the design and execution of enterprise-grade AWS networking solutions with integrated security frameworks. I take a leading role in the construction of network automation and security orchestration, driving efficient and secure cloud infrastructure delivery. I am also responsible for championing security-first networking principles and advanced firewall management.
What we are looking for:
Advanced AWS networking experience (VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53)
5-6 years' experience with enterprise networking and cloud security
Lead in developing and implementing end-to-end cloud networking architectures
Strong experience with AWS networking services and security groups
Deep understanding of network security, zero-trust architecture, and cloud security frameworks
Experience with managing Palo Alto firewalls and network security appliances
Expertise with Appgate SDP (Software Defined Perimeter) solutions
In-depth knowledge of network automation and Infrastructure as Code
Extensive experience in secure network design and implementation
Exceptional network troubleshooting and security incident response capabilities
Dedicated to network automation, security orchestration, and compliance
Experience in setting up and integrating enterprise-grade cloud networking services
Proficiency with network monitoring, logging, and security analytics tools
Ability to oversee network security policies and firewall rule management
Experience with software-defined networking and microsegmentation
Programming skills for network automation and security tooling
Highly preferred:
Advanced Palo Alto Firewall administration and policy management
Expertise with Appgate SDP deployment and management
Certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking, Palo Alto PCNSE, or Appgate certified
Clearance Requirements:
Active Secret clearance
Work Type:
Remote - Candidate must reside within 40 miles of one of the following locations: Colorado Springs, CO; San Antonio, TX; McLean, VA; Boston, MA; Tampa, FL; or Dayton, OH. Applicants located outside of these areas must relocate or will not be considered.
May require up to 15% travel
What we will offer you:
Highly competitive salary
Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) and company match
Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
Education & training benefits
Generous Referral Bonuses
And More!
Our Vision Statement:
We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession withthemission.
Our Customer Obsession:
We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.
How do we get there?
Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking,and collaboration is a norm.
Raft's core philosophy is Ubuntu: IAm, BecauseWe are . We support our "nadi" by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration. We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Location:
Reston, VA, United States

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