Senior Cloud & Network Engineer
Full-Time • Onsite • 23 Harker Ave, Berlin, NJ 08009
At Cortrucent Security, we do more than safeguard businesses — we empower them to thrive through IT innovation, cybersecurity, and business transformation.
Our mission: to protect what matters most while helping organizations unlock new opportunities for growth.
We believe security isn’t just defense — it’s resilience, adaptability, and confidence in a digital-first world. The standard starts with us.
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Tested Experience – Proven, trusted, and dependable.
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Real Accountability – Ownership, integrity, and responsibility.
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Urgency to Improve – Momentum, progress, and relentless drive.
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Straight Talk – Honest, direct, and clear.
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Trusted Results – Proven, measurable, and impactful
Cortrucent LLC is seeking a Senior Infrastructure to lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of client and internal IT environments. This role combines deep technical expertise across cloud, on-premise infrastructure, and cybersecurity with pre-sales engineering and solution design.
You will be responsible for delivering secure, scalable infrastructure solutions while also partnering with leadership and sales to scope and architect client engagements. This is a hands-on role requiring both engineering execution and strategic input.
Infrastructure & Cloud Engineering
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Design, deploy, and manage hybrid environments across cloud (Azure/M365/AWS) and on-premise infrastructure
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Administer and support core platforms, including:
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Servers (Windows / Linux)
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Networking (firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, Switching, VLANs & routing)
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Hyperconverged infrastructure (e.g., Nutanix, HCI stacks)
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Virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, AHV)
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Business-critical applications
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Ensure high availability, performance optimization, and disaster recovery readiness
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Support software development and data teams
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Lead infrastructure migrations, upgrades, and modernization initiatives
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Support identity, access, and Zero Trust frameworks.
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Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver end-to-end IT solutions.
Security Engineering & Operations
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Implement, configure, and manage security solutions across client environments, including:
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Firewalls (Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, Palo Alto, SonicWall, etc.)
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Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and identity security
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Certificate lifecycle management (PKI, SSL/TLS)
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Microsoft 365 and Azure security (MFA, Conditional Access, etc.)
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Conduct and remediate:
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Vulnerability assessments and scanning
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Penetration test findings
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Security audits and compliance gaps
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Monitor and respond to security events, ensuring timely remediation and risk reduction
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Enforce security best practices and “secure-by-design” architecture
Pre-Sales Engineering & Solution Design
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Partner with leadership and sales to:
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Scope technical requirements for prospective clients
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Design secure, scalable IT and security solutions
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Assist in developing statements of work (SOWs) and project estimates
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Participate in client-facing meetings as the technical subject matter expert
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Translate business needs into actionable technical architectures
Implementation & Delivery
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Lead deployment of infrastructure and security solutions (hardware and software)
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Perform system installations, configurations, and cutovers
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Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with best practices
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Create and maintain technical documentation and runbooks
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Provide after-hours and on-call emergency support as required, including evenings, weekends, and during critical maintenance windows or incident response situations
Leadership & Collaboration
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Coach, mentor, and support junior engineers and technical staff
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Act as a technical escalation point for complex issues
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Collaborate closely with leadership on technology strategy and service offerings
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Drive continuous improvement across processes, tooling, and service delivery
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5+ years of experience in cloud architecture, engineering, and networking.
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Strong hands-on experience with:
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Microsoft ecosystem (Azure, M365, Active Directory)
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Networking experience fundamentals (firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, routing)
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Virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, AHV)
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Endpoint and identity security controls
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Active Microsoft Cloud Certifications, such as:
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Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
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Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
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Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert (MS-102 or equivalent)
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Active CCNA or Network+
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Proven experience deploying and managing security technologies
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Ability to scope, design, and deliver client solutions end-to-end
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Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship — current or future
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Certifications like AZ-500, CCNP, Security+, ISC2 CC, CISSP or CCSP.
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Consulting or Managed Service Provider (MSSP, MSP) background.
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Familiarity with compliance & security frameworks (SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST, ISO, HITRUST, etc.)
- A hybrid thinker — part architect, part engineer.
- Passionate about secure, scalable cloud solutions.
- A proactive problem-solver with a “get it done” mindset.
- Accountable, adaptable, and eager to keep learning.
Internally, we operate on five principles — Forge the Craft, Own the Outcome, Run with Urgency, Give It Straight, and Earn the Result. If those resonate, you’ll fit here.
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Willingness to work occasionally on weekends and holidays based on workload.
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Availability for after-hours on-call emergency support.
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Meets deadlines and milestones set by leadership, with proactive communication when risks or blockers arise.
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Extreme attention to detail and a commitment to doing the work the right way the first time — no quick patches, no temporary fixes left in place, and no shortcuts that create future technical debt.
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Reliable transportation.
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Client-Focused & Adaptable — Maintains client context, empathy, and urgency in every engagement; adapts quickly to changing priorities and client needs; goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences.
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Clear & Collaborative Communicator — Communicates clearly and confidently with clients and teammates; builds positive relationships and works well within a team.
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Strategic Thinker, Hands-On Doer — Balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
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Problem Solver & Continuous Improver — Proactively identifies issues, proposes solutions, and pushes for continuous improvement; strives for excellence in every engagement.
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Accountable End-to-End — Takes ownership of tasks and solutions from start to finish — including thorough testing, validation, and documentation — and drives results with minimal supervision.
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Disciplined in Delivery & Detail — Consistently meets deadlines and milestones with proactive communication when risks or blockers arise; commits to doing the work the right way the first time — no quick patches, no temporary fixes left in place, and no shortcuts that create future technical debt.
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Leadership Mindset — Mentors and supports teammates; focused on team development and raising the bar for the group.
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Successful delivery of secure, scalable infrastructure solutions
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Reduced client risk through effective security implementation and remediation
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High client satisfaction and trust in technical leadership
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Growth and development of junior engineering team members
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Direct impact on client success and company growth
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Exposure to diverse technologies and environments
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Opportunity to shape solutions, standards, and strategy
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Collaborative leadership and engineering culture
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Continuous learning and certification support.
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Work with cutting-edge cloud and security technologies.
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Attractive compensation and benefits.
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Retirement Savings Plan.
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Paid Time Off.
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Paid Training and Certifications.
