Cloud Network Engineer

Who we are

Platinum Technologies is a Northern Virginia based integrated solutions firm that specializes in Cybersecurity, Cloud and Digital Services to the Public Sector. Our team solves hard problems and helps our Mission Partners achieve their goals. If you are self-motivated, possess demonstrated learning agility, and are passionate about delivering high-quality work products – we want to hear from you.

Platinum Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cloud Network Engineer to join our team supporting U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) under the Enterprise Development Application Training (EDAT) Program. This position is 100% on site at Mac Dill AFB, where you’ll play a key role in modernizing and securing cloud-based and hybrid network environments that support critical national security operations.

• Design and implement secure, scalable network architectures across hybrid and AWS environments in support of USSOCOM missions.
• Partner with technical teams, mission stakeholders, and cybersecurity personnel to assess existing environments, identify modernization opportunities, and build optimized AWS network solutions aligned with DoD standards.
• Deploy and manage AWS networking services including VPCs, Transit Gateways, Direct Connect, and VPNs.
• Engineer secure access solutions and Zero Trust–aligned network designs integrating on-prem, cloud, and classified enclave connectivity.
• Drive network automation, scaling, and performance optimization strategies using AWS-native tools and infrastructure-as-code best practices.
• Lead efforts to migrate legacy network services (ACLs, routing, firewall policies) into AWS equivalents while maintaining compliance and mission continuity.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and accreditation teams to ensure solutions meet DoD RMF, STIG, and FedRAMP High security standards.
• Provide on-site engineering support at Mac Dill AFB for network troubleshooting, testing, and implementation activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 5+ years of experience.
• Active TS/SCI required to start.
• DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent) required prior to start.
• Hands‑on experience designing and implementing AWS networking architectures (VPCs, Transit Gateways, Direct Connect, VPNs).
• Strong understanding of LAN/WAN, TCP/UDP, routing (L2/L3), VPNs, and firewalls across hybrid environments.
• Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, F5, or similar enterprise network solutions integrated with AWS.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues, document designs, and communicate technical solutions effectively to leadership and mission partners.
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working on site within a fast‑paced, mission‑focused DoD environment.

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional.
• Experience with SD‑WAN, SASE, and hybrid interconnectivity solutions.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Cloud Formation or Terraform) for network automation.
• Familiarity with network management and monitoring tools such as Solar Winds, Science Logic SL1, Palo Alto Panorama, or AWS Cloud Watch/Cloud Trail.
Experience implementing DoD STIGs, Zero Trust, and other DoD security frameworks.
• Background supporting USSOCOM or other Combatant Command network environments highly desirable.

At Platinum Technologies, you’ll work alongside a team of trusted experts dedicated to advancing the mission through innovation, integrity, and technical excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to directly support USSOCOM’s evolving cloud initiatives while growing your expertise in one of the most secure and high‑impact AWS environments in the federal space.