Network Engineer – Azure Technologies

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with strong Microsoft Azure networking expertise to support the design, implementation, optimisation and ongoing operation of enterprise network environments across cloud and on-premise infrastructure. The successful candidate will have a strong background in traditional networking combined with hands-on experience across Azure networking services, hybrid connectivity and cloud security.

This position would suit a Network Engineer who has developed strong traditional networking foundations and is looking to work extensively across Azure cloud networking, hybrid infrastructure and modern enterprise connectivity. The role will provide exposure to complex Azure environments, cloud transformation initiatives and enterprise-level networking projects.

Key responsibilities

• Design, deploy and support network infrastructure across Microsoft Azure and on-premise environments

• Configure and manage Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), subnets, route tables and Network Security Groups (NSGs)

• Implement and support Azure VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute and site-to-site / point-to-site VPN connectivity

• Manage hybrid connectivity between Azure, data centres and corporate locations

• Configure and troubleshoot Azure Load Balancer, Application Gateway and Azure Front Door

• Support Azure Firewall, NAT Gateway and network security architecture

• Implement network segmentation, routing and secure connectivity across cloud environments

• Manage DNS, DHCP, IP addressing and network services

• Troubleshoot complex Layer 2, Layer 3 and cloud networking issues

• Monitor network performance, availability and security

About you

• Strong commercial experience as a Network Engineer, Cloud Network Engineer or similar

• Demonstrated hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Azure networking environments

• Strong understanding of enterprise network architecture and cloud connectivity

• Experience working within hybrid cloud environments

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability

• Understanding of network security principles and Zero Trust architectures

• Ability to communicate effectively with infrastructure, security, application and business stakeholders

• Experience across Microsoft Azure Networking, Azure Virtual Networks and VNet Peering, Azure ExpressRoute, Azure VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups, Azure Application Gateway, Azure Load Balancer, Azure Front Door, Private Endpoints and Private Link, Azure DNS, Hub-and-spoke network architecture, Azure Virtual WAN

• Experience with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and NAT, routing protocols including BGP and OSPF, Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto or similar enterprise networking technologies, firewalls, switches, routers and wireless networking

• Relevant Microsoft Azure, Cisco, Fortinet or other networking certifications would be advantageous