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Day Two DevOps
Day Two Cloud 189: The Cloud Network Engineer Career Path With Kam Agahian
Apr 5, 2023
Kam Agahian, a cloud network engineer, shares insights on transitioning from traditional networking to a career in the cloud. He discusses the evolution and roles of a cloud network engineer, the expansion of cloud networking into on-premises environments, the debate on unified control plane, learning curve and network architecture for cloud network engineers, and the importance of hands-on experience and investing in a cloud engineering career.
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- A cloud network engineer needs to have knowledge of TCP, UDP, layer 4 protocols, routing protocols like BGP, load balancers, DNS, DHCP, security controls, and should be familiar with working with APIs and automation.
- Focusing on cloud networking-specific certifications from major cloud providers like Azure, AWS, OCI, and GCP is important for a cloud network engineer, but it's also essential to utilize free resources and gain practical experience in cloud environments.
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The role of a cloud network engineer
A cloud network engineer is a distinct role that differs from traditional network engineering. While there is some overlap, the cloud network engineer requires additional skills to navigate the evolving landscape of cloud-based networking.
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