Senior Cloud Networking Engineer

Primary Function

This role is essential for ensuring the seamless operation and security of cloud networks, making it a vital position in any organization leveraging Azure technologies. The main focus will be developing and deploying Azure-based network architectures, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.

Direct Reports: ☐ Yes ☒ No

Principal Duties:

• Monitor Network Performance: Continuously monitor Azure network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize performance.
• Troubleshoot Network Issues: Diagnose and resolve network problems to minimize downtime and service interruptions.
• Collaborate with IT Teams: Work closely with other IT professionals to design and implement efficient network configurations.
• Ensure Network Security: Implement and maintain security systems and protocols to protect network integrity.
• Manage Network Hardware and Software: Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software within Azure environments.
• Documentation and Reporting: Create detailed network reports and maintain documentation of network configurations and changes.
• Provide Technical Support: Offer technical support and guidance to end users and team members.

*These essential functions are fundamental to the role, and must be performed on-site, as they cannot physically be performed remotely. In addition, the Company has determined that an in-person presence is important to critical components of our work, including oversight, training, collaboration, and productivity. Items not marked (*) as essential on-site, may still require partial on-site work to perform the role satisfactorily.

Education and Experience

Required education and experience. Examples below.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ work experience as a Network Engineer, with a focus on cloud environments, particularly Azure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required knowledge, skills, and ability. Examples below.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in networking, routing, and switching; experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security.
• Azure Expertise: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure solutions, including virtual networks, VPN configurations, and hybrid cloud strategies.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, Cisco (CCNA, CCNP), or equivalent
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Information

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Okta Verify and Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.

By applying to this position candidate acknowledges that this is not a remote role and is required to be on-site.