Lead Google Cloud Solutions Engineer, Network - Humana
Washington, DC
About the Job
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The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) is responsible for the planning, design, and engineering of enterprise-level infrastructure and platforms related to cloud network & cloud computing. The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) provides strategic advice and guidance to functional team(s). Highly skilled with broad, advanced technical experience. The individual in this role will lead Humana network infrastructure implementation for Google Cloud.
The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) performs technical planning, architecture development and modification of specifications for cloud network and cloud computing environments. Develops specifications for new IT cloud computing products and service offerings. Assesses the compatibility and integration of products/services proposed as standards in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies. Works with senior executives to develop and drive segment or enterprise-wide functional strategies. Advises one or more areas, programs or functions and provides recommendations to senior executives on matters of significance, and as an advanced subject matter expert competent to work at very high levels in multiple knowledge and functional areas across the enterprise. This role will have particular focus in Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) develops and evaluates cloud network performance criteria and measurement methods. Prepares the analysis of the short term or long-term capacity needs for switching, routing transmission and signaling. Conducts cloud network architecture design, feasibility and cost studies. Develops alternative cloud routing scenarios and changes in required sequence of network activities. Conducts economic and population growth studies to determine impact on cloud network capacity and development plan projections. Begins to influence department’s strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to more complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Performs on-call and implementation duties on nights and weekends as required. Humana is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) who will deliver solutions for Multi-Cloud network connectivity. This is a critical role within Humana’s IT organization responsible for the engineering and design, planning, implementation, and establishment of operational and maintenance programs to deliver best-in-class next generation cloud network infrastructure. This includes optimizing all aspects of cloud network eco-system, including performance, resiliency, availability, resource utilization and innovation. This person will provide cloud network design, engineering and administrative support of both physical and virtual networking devices within our Multi-Cloud environments , particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This person will be responsible for leveraging state-of-the-art networking technologies, including virtualization and software-defined networking (SDN), to develop and deliver a robust, scalable, cloud network eco-system.
Must be a US Citizen and pass and Pass NBIS certification background check
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
+ BS/BA, preferably in a technical or scientific field.
+ 5+ years of experience architecting, implementing and supporting large-scale cloud network infrastructure, with advanced experience designing enterprise cloud network solutions.
+ Cloud certifications - Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect + Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Network Engineer
+ Network engineering certification such as CCNA through CCNP or the equivalent
+ 8+ years of technical network engineering experience
+ 5+ years of project leadership experience.
+ 8+ years of Layer 2/ Layer 3 network architectural design (LAN/WAN) and engineering experience.
+ 5+ years of experience working with MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and other LAN/WAN technologies.
+ Strong experience supporting enterprise cloud, large-scale datacenters and remote sites.
+ Experience with Cisco networking equipment.
+ Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls
+ Experience with VPN technologies.
+ Knowledge of QoS and network security functions (firewalls, VPN, IPS, etc).
+ ISP and/or carrier backbone engineering experience/knowledge.
+ Must possess strong communication skills (oral and written) and technical understanding to take complex technical concepts and present them to a range of technical and non-technical audiences (including senior leadership).
+ Experience with implementing and operating a software-defined network environment (VXLAN, EVPN, Vipetla etc.).
+ Vendor management skills (hardware/software security vendors as well as third party vendors).
+ Experience working with Data Center Colocation facilities and virtual network fabric provided by vendors such as Equinix and Mega-Port.
+ Infrastructure as Code experience
+ CI/CD Pipeline experience
+ Able to mentor peers on engineering team in terms of continuing education and daily project support.
+ Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences.
+ US Citizenship
+ Pass NBIS certification backgroun d check
Preferred Qualifications
+ Demonstrated experience with DevOps
+ Network engineering certification such as CCNP through CCIE or the equivalent.
+ Familiarity with Akamai, ZScaler, and ThousandEyes
+ Experience with AGILE methodology & ITSM processes
+ Deep understanding of virtual network appliance offerings and how to apply them to public cloud providers (Google GCP, Amazon AWS, MS Azure).
+ Deep understanding of cloud architecture network designs, implementations, and support (GCP, AWS, Azure).
+ Understanding of Cloud Network Security technologies
+ Familiarity with public cloud provider PaaS and SaaS offerings (e.g. Azure Kubernetes Service, Application Service Environment, etc.) Data Center infrastructure solutions: Cisco (R&S), Palo Alto (NGFW + IDS/IPS functions), Infoblox (DDI), Cisco ISE, also implemented on Cisco products
+ Programming/scripting languages and frameworks knowledge and experience, in support of automation (Python, Ansible, etc.).
+ Experience with Cisco Viptela, Arista, and other SDN/next-gen technologies.
+ Experience architecting and implementing large-scale SD-WAN solutions.
+ Demonstrated experience with DevOps, ITIL, and platform process & technology.
+ Master's Degree in a Technical Field.
+ Experience working with Microsoft Office 365.
Additional Information
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$126,800 - $174,500 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our https://www.humana.com/legal/accessibility-resources?source=Humana_Website.
The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) is responsible for the planning, design, and engineering of enterprise-level infrastructure and platforms related to cloud network & cloud computing. The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) provides strategic advice and guidance to functional team(s). Highly skilled with broad, advanced technical experience. The individual in this role will lead Humana network infrastructure implementation for Google Cloud.
The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) performs technical planning, architecture development and modification of specifications for cloud network and cloud computing environments. Develops specifications for new IT cloud computing products and service offerings. Assesses the compatibility and integration of products/services proposed as standards in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies. Works with senior executives to develop and drive segment or enterprise-wide functional strategies. Advises one or more areas, programs or functions and provides recommendations to senior executives on matters of significance, and as an advanced subject matter expert competent to work at very high levels in multiple knowledge and functional areas across the enterprise. This role will have particular focus in Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
The Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) develops and evaluates cloud network performance criteria and measurement methods. Prepares the analysis of the short term or long-term capacity needs for switching, routing transmission and signaling. Conducts cloud network architecture design, feasibility and cost studies. Develops alternative cloud routing scenarios and changes in required sequence of network activities. Conducts economic and population growth studies to determine impact on cloud network capacity and development plan projections. Begins to influence department’s strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to more complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Performs on-call and implementation duties on nights and weekends as required. Humana is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer (Network) who will deliver solutions for Multi-Cloud network connectivity. This is a critical role within Humana’s IT organization responsible for the engineering and design, planning, implementation, and establishment of operational and maintenance programs to deliver best-in-class next generation cloud network infrastructure. This includes optimizing all aspects of cloud network eco-system, including performance, resiliency, availability, resource utilization and innovation. This person will provide cloud network design, engineering and administrative support of both physical and virtual networking devices within our Multi-Cloud environments , particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This person will be responsible for leveraging state-of-the-art networking technologies, including virtualization and software-defined networking (SDN), to develop and deliver a robust, scalable, cloud network eco-system.
Must be a US Citizen and pass and Pass NBIS certification background check
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
+ BS/BA, preferably in a technical or scientific field.
+ 5+ years of experience architecting, implementing and supporting large-scale cloud network infrastructure, with advanced experience designing enterprise cloud network solutions.
+ Cloud certifications - Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect + Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Network Engineer
+ Network engineering certification such as CCNA through CCNP or the equivalent
+ 8+ years of technical network engineering experience
+ 5+ years of project leadership experience.
+ 8+ years of Layer 2/ Layer 3 network architectural design (LAN/WAN) and engineering experience.
+ 5+ years of experience working with MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and other LAN/WAN technologies.
+ Strong experience supporting enterprise cloud, large-scale datacenters and remote sites.
+ Experience with Cisco networking equipment.
+ Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls
+ Experience with VPN technologies.
+ Knowledge of QoS and network security functions (firewalls, VPN, IPS, etc).
+ ISP and/or carrier backbone engineering experience/knowledge.
+ Must possess strong communication skills (oral and written) and technical understanding to take complex technical concepts and present them to a range of technical and non-technical audiences (including senior leadership).
+ Experience with implementing and operating a software-defined network environment (VXLAN, EVPN, Vipetla etc.).
+ Vendor management skills (hardware/software security vendors as well as third party vendors).
+ Experience working with Data Center Colocation facilities and virtual network fabric provided by vendors such as Equinix and Mega-Port.
+ Infrastructure as Code experience
+ CI/CD Pipeline experience
+ Able to mentor peers on engineering team in terms of continuing education and daily project support.
+ Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences.
+ US Citizenship
+ Pass NBIS certification backgroun d check
Preferred Qualifications
+ Demonstrated experience with DevOps
+ Network engineering certification such as CCNP through CCIE or the equivalent.
+ Familiarity with Akamai, ZScaler, and ThousandEyes
+ Experience with AGILE methodology & ITSM processes
+ Deep understanding of virtual network appliance offerings and how to apply them to public cloud providers (Google GCP, Amazon AWS, MS Azure).
+ Deep understanding of cloud architecture network designs, implementations, and support (GCP, AWS, Azure).
+ Understanding of Cloud Network Security technologies
+ Familiarity with public cloud provider PaaS and SaaS offerings (e.g. Azure Kubernetes Service, Application Service Environment, etc.) Data Center infrastructure solutions: Cisco (R&S), Palo Alto (NGFW + IDS/IPS functions), Infoblox (DDI), Cisco ISE, also implemented on Cisco products
+ Programming/scripting languages and frameworks knowledge and experience, in support of automation (Python, Ansible, etc.).
+ Experience with Cisco Viptela, Arista, and other SDN/next-gen technologies.
+ Experience architecting and implementing large-scale SD-WAN solutions.
+ Demonstrated experience with DevOps, ITIL, and platform process & technology.
+ Master's Degree in a Technical Field.
+ Experience working with Microsoft Office 365.
Additional Information
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$126,800 - $174,500 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our https://www.humana.com/legal/accessibility-resources?source=Humana_Website.
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