AWS Connectivity Engineer

Role: AWS Connectivity Engineer
Location: Spring TX
Duration: 12 Months
Rate: Open as per market.
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).
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.