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Azure Network Engineer 1 at Empire State

Azure Network Engineer 1

Empire State · Albany, NY, US

1 weeks ago

Azure Network Engineer 1

Empire State · Albany, NY, US

8 days ago
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About the Role

Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing Azure Cloud network infrastructure. Responsible for managing hybrid connectivity, routing traffic, and optimizing network performance across Microsoft Azure environments. Oversee ESD’s Cloud based network architecture.

Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and manage secure, scalable, and cost-effective Azure infrastructure solutions.
  • Administer Azure services including Virtual Machines, Azure SQL, Storage, App Gateway, WAF, Virtual WAN, ExpressRoute, and VPN Gateway.
  • Configure and support Azure networking, including VNets, Load Balancers, DNS, routing, BGP, firewalls, and hybrid connectivity.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM, Bicep, Terraform, or similar automation tools.
  • Manage Azure NetApp Files (ANF) platform.
  • Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot Azure resources to ensure high availability, performance, security, and cost efficiency.
  • Manage Azure identity, access controls, and cloud security using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), RBAC, and security best practices.
  • Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
  • Stay current with emerging Azure technologies and security threats, recommending and implementing continuous improvements.
  • Assist in IT Disaster Recovery efforts, testing and documentation.
  • Perform other related duties as required by IT management.

Requirements

  • Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
  • Extensive experience in Network engineering with proven expertise in cloud environments.
  • Security-first mindset with experience designing and implementing secure Azure cloud architecture.
  • Experience with Azure Networking.
  • Experience with configuration and management of Azure NetApp Files (ANF).
  • Experience with configuration and management of Azure VMware Solutions (AVS).
  • Experience implementing Azure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery.
  • Strong understanding of Azure Storage services, data protection, encryption, lifecycle management, and backup strategies.
  • Familiarity with cloud governance, regulatory compliance, and security best practices (CIS, NIST, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework).
  • Experience automating security and compliance using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of people at both a functional and technical level and communicate at a level appropriate to audience.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

  • Azure Cloud network infrastructure
  • Hybrid connectivity
  • Routing traffic
  • Network performance optimization
  • Microsoft Azure environments
  • Azure services (Virtual Machines, Azure SQL, Storage, App Gateway, WAF, Virtual WAN, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway)
  • Azure networking (VNets, Load Balancers, DNS, routing, BGP, firewalls)
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • ARM
  • Bicep
  • Terraform
  • Azure NetApp Files (ANF)
  • Azure Monitor
  • Log Analytics
  • Microsoft Defender for Cloud
  • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
  • RBAC
  • Cloud security
  • IT Disaster Recovery
  • Azure cloud security services
  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • Azure Policy
  • Key Vault
  • Wiz Cloud Security Platform (preferred) or similar tools
  • Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
  • Vulnerability management
  • Risk assessment
  • Azure Backup
  • Azure Site Recovery
  • Azure Storage services
  • Data protection
  • Encryption
  • Lifecycle management
  • Backup strategies
  • Cloud governance
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Security best practices (CIS, NIST, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework)
  • Azure DevOps
  • GitHub Actions

Location

  • In-office presence

Work Type

  • Hybrid work schedules may be possible

Experience Level

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Azure Networking and Infrastructure
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience

Education Level

  • Bachelor’s degree in an IT related discipline
  • 2-year degree
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education

Equal Opportunity

  • Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  • Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.