Jr Azure Network Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Azure Network Engineer (Junior to Mid-Level)

Location: Houston, TX (Downtown – 100% On-Site)
Employment Type: 6-12 month contract with possibility to extend each 6 months.

Position Summary

ioSpjere is seeking an Azure Network Engineer with approximately 4–6 years of experience supporting enterprise networking environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working with Azure networking, cloud connectivity, firewalls, and secure network infrastructure while continuing to grow technically.

The ideal candidate will have experience administering Microsoft Azure networking , FortiGate firewalls , and Cato Networks (CATO SASE/SD-WAN) in a production environment. This role will work closely with senior infrastructure and security engineers to support, troubleshoot, and improve enterprise network services.

Responsibilities

• Support and administer Microsoft Azure networking components, including:
  • Virtual Networks (VNets)
  • Subnets
  • Network Security Groups (NSGs)
  • Route Tables
  • Azure Firewall
  • VPN Gateway
  • ExpressRoute connectivity
  • Load Balancers
  • Private Endpoints
• Configure and maintain FortiGate firewalls.
• Support Cato Networks cloud networking, SD-WAN, and SASE environments.
• Troubleshoot routing, switching, VPN, and cloud connectivity issues.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify issues.
• Assist with Azure network deployments and cloud migration initiatives.
• Configure site-to-site VPNs and remote connectivity.
• Work with security teams to implement network security best practices.
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in change management and scheduled maintenance activities.
• Provide Tier II/Tier III network support for production environments.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams on new projects.

Required Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in network engineering or network administration.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Azure networking.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Azure Virtual Networks
  • VPN connectivity
  • Network Security Groups
  • Azure routing
• Experience administering FortiGate firewalls .
• Experience with Cato Networks (CATO) or similar SASE/SD-WAN platforms.
• Strong understanding of:
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • VLANs
  • Routing
  • Switching
  • VPN technologies
• Experience in troubleshooting enterprise network issues.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory and DNS.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Azure networking certifications (AZ-700 preferred).
• Fortinet NSE certification (or equivalent).
• Experience with:
  • ExpressRoute
  • Azure Firewall
  • Azure Bastion
  • Load Balancers
  • Private Link
• Knowledge of Zero Trust networking principles.
• Experience with scripting using PowerShell or Python.
• Exposure to network monitoring tools.
• Experience working in hybrid cloud environments.

Technical SkillsCloud

• Microsoft Azure Networking
• VNets
• VPN Gateway
• ExpressRoute
• Azure Firewall
• Route Tables
• Private Endpoints

Networking

• TCP/IP
• BGP
• OSPF
• VLANs
• Routing
• Switching
• DNS
• DHCP
• VPN

Security

• FortiGate
• Cato Networks (SASE/SD-WAN)
• Firewall Policies
• NAT
• IPS
• SSL VPN

Tools

• PowerShell (preferred)
• Network monitoring platforms
• Microsoft Azure Portal
• Microsoft Entra ID (preferred)

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Able to work independently while collaborating with senior engineers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced enterprise environment.