Azure Network Engineer

Azure Network Engineer Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented team. Location(s): Lake Mary, FL or Pittsburg, PA Position Overview: Seeking an experienced Azure Network Engineer with strong hands-on expertise designing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting Microsoft Azure networking environments. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Azure networking services, hybrid connectivity, network security, and Infrastructure-as-Code automation. Required Qualifications 5+ years of overall network engineering experience. 3+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure networking. Strong hands-on experience with: Azure Virtual Networks (VNets) Subnets Network Security Groups (NSGs) Azure ExpressRoute circuits Azure VPN Gateway Azure Firewall Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP Routing and switching DNS and DHCP BGP VPN protocols, including IPsec/IKEv2 Experience configuring and troubleshooting hybrid connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and Azure. Experience using Terraform or Ansible for network deployment, configuration, automation, and change control. Strong understanding of network security principles, including network segmentation, least-privilege access, and firewall policy management. Scripting/automation experience using PowerShell, Python, or Azure CLI. Security+ certification. Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate or Azure Administrator Associate. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Azure Virtual WAN. Experience with Azure Front Door. Experience designing or supporting multi-region Azure network architectures. Experience integrating third-party network/security appliances with Azure, including: Palo Alto Cisco Fortinet Experience with Aviatrix. Strong BGP routing experience. Multi-cloud networking experience across AWS, GCP, and Azure. Cisco networking experience, including routing and switching. Must-Have Skills Azure networking Azure VNets and subnets NSGs ExpressRoute circuits Azure VPNs Terraform and/or Ansible deployment Hybrid Azure/on-premises connectivity Network troubleshooting and security Nice-to-Have Skills Aviatrix BGP routing Palo Alto firewalls Multi-cloud networking — AWS/GCP/Azure Cisco routing and switching Key Responsibilities Design, configure, administer, and troubleshoot Azure network infrastructure. Configure and manage VNets, subnets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and Azure Firewall. Support reliable and secure hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and Azure. Troubleshoot routing, VPN, DNS, connectivity, and performance issues. Implement network infrastructure using Terraform or Ansible. Develop and maintain network automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Azure CLI. Apply network security best practices, including segmentation, access control, and firewall policy management. Support BGP routing and complex hybrid/multi-region network architectures. Integrate and troubleshoot third-party security and networking appliances within Azure. Participate in network changes, configuration management, documentation, and operational support. Certifications Security+ — Required Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate or Azure Administrator Associate — Required. Candidate Profile: The successful candidate must possess the knowledge, technical skills, and experience necessary to perform the responsibilities of the position effectively, with particular emphasis on hands-on Azure networking, ExpressRoute, VPN, NSGs, VNets, hybrid connectivity, and Terraform/Ansible-based network deployment. Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities. Ampcus