Azure Cloud Network Engineer

Location: Sarasota On-Site

Department: IT

Reports To: IT Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years

In-office role (Sarasota, FL) - 5 days/week. Only on-site candidates will be considered.

The Azure Cloud/Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable network architectures within Microsoft Azure and on-premises environments. This role ensures the reliability, performance, and security of cloud-based network infrastructure, while also supporting hybrid environments and integrating on-premises systems with Azure services.

• Design and deploy Azure-based network solutions including Virtual Networks (VNets), VPN Gateways, ExpressRoute, and Azure Firewall.
• Configure and manage Azure DNS, Network Security Groups (NSGs), Application Gateways, and Load Balancers.
• Implement secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.
• Design and deploy on-prem network solutions including SD-WAN, VPN Gateways, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and availability using tools like Azure Monitor and Network Watcher.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Optimize network configurations for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability.
• Implement and maintain network security controls including firewalls, encryption, and identity management.
• Conduct regular security audits and ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with security teams to enforce best practices and incident response protocols.
• Automate network provisioning and configuration using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or ARM/Bicep templates.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network architecture, configurations, and procedures.
• Support disaster recovery planning and implementation.
• Work closely with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams to support cloud initiatives.
• Provide Tier III support for escalated network issues.
• Stay current with Azure updates and emerging cloud networking technologies.
• Participate in on-call rotations or after-hours support as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

• 3-5+ years in network engineering, with at least 2 years in Azure cloud environments.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)

• Proficiency in managing Azure services (Compute, Storage, Networking, Identity).
• Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Azure CLI).
• Experience with Azure security and compliance tools.
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and VPN/ExpressRoute configurations.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.
• Deep understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, SD-WAN, DNS, VPN).