Sr. Azure Network Engineer

$125,000 - $125,000/Yr

Vaco - DeSoto, TX

Full-time - Senior

DeSoto, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Azure Network Engineer will support the overall enterprise network infrastructure for a Dallas-based client with global operations. This role involves installing, configuring, managing, and troubleshooting network-related hardware and software, ensuring business continuity through effective support and maintenance of network systems. The engineer will also evaluate and implement new networking configurations and devices, troubleshoot various network issues, and collaborate with cybersecurity teams to protect the organization against risks and threats.

Responsibilities

• Support the overall enterprise network infrastructure.
• Install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot network-related physical/virtual hardware and software.
• Provide enterprise production support to end users globally, including off-hours support for critical systems.
• Evaluate, design, and implement new networking configurations/devices across the organization.
• Troubleshoot network issues including service provider, routing/switching, data center performance, and hardware failures.
• Manage, maintain, support, design, and monitor the network infrastructure and systems, including LAN/WAN, Routers/Switches, Firewalls, VPN, and Wireless Systems.
• Assist with and lead network disaster recovery initiatives.
• Upgrade and patch network devices hardware and software.
• Resolve network technical risks and proactively identify network-related issues.
• Evaluate and implement break/fix solutions to improve network performance and stability.
• Maintain, update, and create new system process documentation.
• Work with and maintain strong relationships with outside IT service providers.
• Develop network/network security related policies and procedures.
• Interface with cybersecurity team to implement hardware/software configurations.

Requirements

• At least 7+ years of experience functioning as a Network Engineer within enterprise-level environments.
• 5+ years' experience supporting Cisco/Meraki/Azure/Cloud Tenant Connectivity.
• 5+ years' experience supporting Cisco Meraki - MX Appliances (vMX)/Firewalls/Wi-Fi Access Points/WAP/SD-WAN/Routers/Switches.
• 5+ years' experience supporting Cloud Tenant Connectivity - networking ACLs, VNet gateways, and security and network isolation within Azure.
• At least 3+ years' experience and proficiency with scripting Languages - PowerShell, Python, or Shell Scripting.

Nice-to-haves

• Certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, Azure, Barracuda, Palo Alto, Fortinet.

Benefits

• W2 Hourly Rate based on experience and credentials.
• Salary conversion based on experience up to $125,000 + full benefits.