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Network Engineer for Cloud Network Optimization & SecurityAug 4, 2025 - Senior$2,000.00 FixedProject Overview:We are seeking an expert-level network engineer to perform a critical audit and overhaul of our existing cloud network infrastructure (VPC). Our goal is to enhance security, optimize performance, and create a scalable and well-documented network topology that can support future growth with confidence.The Business Challenge:Our current VPC configuration lacks a defined structure and segmentation strategy. This has resulted in potential security vulnerabilities and makes it difficult to manage traffic flow, secure sensitive data, and diagnose performance issues. A well-designed network is a foundational element of our infrastructure, and the current setup presents a significant business risk.Your Key Responsibilities:As our Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for transforming our cloud network from its current state into a secure and highly-performant environment. Your responsibilities will include:Audit & Review: Conducting a thorough audit of our current VPC, routing tables, and security groups to identify existing vulnerabilities and performance bottlenecks.Design & Implementation: Designing and implementing a new, well-segmented network topology with private and public subnets to ensure proper isolation of resources.Security Configuration: Implementing robust network access control lists (NACLs) and defining granular Security Group rules to enforce the principle of least privilege.Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Using an IaC tool (e.g., Terraform) to manage all network configurations, ensuring the environment is reproducible and version-controlled.Documentation: Providing a comprehensive final network diagram and detailed documentation of all configurations and changes.Required Expertise & Skills:We are looking for a professional with a proven track record of designing and securing cloud networks. You must have:Deep Cloud Networking Expertise: Extensive hands-on experience with a major cloud provider''s networking services (AWS VPC, Azure VNet, or GCP VPC).Strong Networking Fundamentals: A solid understanding of networking concepts, including subnets, routing, IP addressing, and firewalls.Network Security Best Practices: Proven experience in implementing security best practices for cloud environments.Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency with Terraform or a similar IaC tool for managing network resources.Clear and proactive communication throughout the project.A final, production-ready network configuration that is secure and optimized.A professional, well-documented network diagram and a report on all implemented changes.A secure and optimized VPC configuration.A detailed, professional network diagram.Comprehensive documentation of the new network topology and security rules.Notice: You must have login as a freelancer to send a proposal. #J-18808-Ljbffr