About the role

What will you do at Hertz?

A Day in the Life:

The Network Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing,

and maintaining resilient network infrastructures that seamlessly integrate both

on-premises and cloud-based environments. This position requires equal mastery

of conventional networking technologies and cloud platforms, ensuring secure,

efficient, and reliable connectivity across diverse workloads. Special attention

is given to core networking protocols, DNS management, as well as advanced cloud

systems such as AWS.

What You’ll Do

* Design, implement, and manage network architectures for both traditional
on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring robust connectivity and
performance.
* Configure and maintain firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs for
enterprise-level security and availability.
* Administer, optimize, and troubleshoot DNS infrastructure, including internal
and external DNS services, addressing resolution and management for hybrid
networks.
* Deploy and manage networking services within AWS, including VPC, Security
Groups, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, and Route 53, ensuring seamless
interoperability with traditional networking.
* Monitor network performance across all platforms and swiftly resolve
connectivity or configuration issues, whether cloud-based or on-premises.
* Automate network provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure-as-Code
tools (e.g., AWS CloudFormation, Terraform), balancing automated cloud
deployments with reliable physical network management.
* Collaborate with architects, developers, and information security teams to
deliver networking solutions that satisfy both legacy and modern
infrastructure requirements.
* Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards and regulatory
frameworks across all network systems.
* Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution for network
and DNS resources, both cloud and on-premises.
* Stay current with advances in networking, DNS, and cloud technologies;
propose enhancements to existing systems for greater efficiency and
security.

What We’re Looking For

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related
field preferred .
* Certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, CCNA,
CCNP, or equivalent in both cloud and traditional networking.
* Experience with Firewall technology, both physical and virtual appliances
* Experience with other cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud) and multi-cloud
networking strategies
* Comprehensive knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS (including BIND, Windows DNS, and
cloud-based DNS), DHCP, and other foundational network protocols.
* Demonstrated experience with enterprise networking hardware (e.g., Cisco,
Juniper), including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
* Strong skills in network topology design, LAN/WAN configuration, and routing
protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).
* Advanced expertise in AWS networking services:
* Amazon VPC (Virtual Private Cloud)
* VPC Peering and Transit Gateway
* Direct Connect and VPN Solutions
* Elastic Load Balancing
* Route 53 (cloud DNS management)
* Security Groups and Network ACLs
* Hands-on experience with network automation frameworks (CloudFormation,
Terraform), as well as traditional network management tools.
* Proficiency in monitoring and logging tools for both cloud and physical
networks (e.g., CloudWatch, SolarWinds, AWS Config).
* Thorough understanding of security best practices, network segmentation, and
IAM policies applicable to both on-premises and cloud environments.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills across all networking domains.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to work with
cross-functional teams.
* Certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, CCNA,
CCNP, or equivalent in both cloud and traditional networking.
* Experience with Firewall technology, both physical and virtual appliances
* Experience with other cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud) and multi-cloud
networking strategies.
* Background in DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and integration of network operations
with agile workflows.
* Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across
multiple functions and locations
* Ability to influence
* Flexible and adaptable; ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Results driven, ability to make decisions and help solve problems
* Ability to build and lead a diverse, high-performing, results-oriented, and
highly-engaged team.
* Ability to drive process and organizational change.
* Ability to motivate teams and keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced
environment.
* Ability to work under minimal supervision with a goal-oriented mindset.
* Ability to see the big picture and leverage critical thinking and
decision-making skills.
* Excellent organization, time management, delegation, and prioritization
skills.
* Courageous leadership and accountability.
The starting salary is expected to be around $95,000. Actual salary will
commensurate with experience.
What You’ll Get:
* Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
* Paid Time Off
* Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
* Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
* Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
* Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
* Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
* Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
* Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more
The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental
brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout
North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East,
Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest
worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is
one of the most recognized in the world.
US EEO STATEMENT
At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We
take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The
endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our
employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our
culture – and our success and reputation as a company.
Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics
that make them unique.
EOE, including disability/veteran

Which skills does this role require?

Firewall ConfigurationNetwork MonitoringFirewallsDevOpsCI/CDHybrid CloudInfrastructure-as-CodeGCPAgile

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