CNNon Employee

Req ID:372965NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.We are currently seeking a CNNon Employee to join our team in Richmond, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).Azure Engineer Administrator - Networking FocusJob SummaryNTT Data is seeking a highly skilled Azure Engineer Administrator with strong expertise in cloud networking to design, implement, and manage secure and scalable Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure, networking services, and cloud security, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance across cloud platforms.Key Responsibilities:Azure Infrastructure AdministrationDeploy, configure, and manage Azure resources to include: Virtual Machines (VMs), Azure Storage Accounts, Azure App Services, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)Monitor system performance and optimize resource utilizationManage Azure subscriptions, resource groups, and policiesCloud NetworkingDesign and maintain Azure networking components: Virtual Networks, VNets), Subnets, Network Security Groups (NSGs), Azure FirewallConfigure and manage: VPN Gateway (Site-to-Site, Point-to-Site), Azure ExpressRoute, Load Balancers and Application GatewaysImplement network segmentation, routing, and traffic flow optimizationTroubleshoot connectivity issues across hybrid and cloud environmentsSecurity & ComplianceImplement Azure security best practices: Identity management with Azure Active Directory (AAD), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and Azure Defender / Microsoft Defender for CloudEnsure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirementsConfigure and manage firewalls, DDoS protection, and endpoint securityAutomation & DevOpsAutomate deployments using: ARM templates / Bicep / Terraform and Azure CLI / PowerShellIntegrate CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub ActionsImplement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practicesMonitoring & TroubleshootingConfigure monitoring tools: Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Network WatcherDiagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks and outagesPerform root cause analysis and implement preventive measuresRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related fieldSolid 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure administrationStrong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, VPNs, firewallsHands-on experience with Azure networking services and hybrid environmentsExperience with scripting (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)Preferred QualificationsCertifications:Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)Experience with:Hybrid cloud connectivity modelsEnterprise-scale networking architecturesContainers and microservicesKnowledge of security frameworks and compliance standardsKey SkillsAzure Networking & InfrastructureCloud Security & Identity ManagementNetwork Troubleshooting & OptimizationAutomation & Infrastructure as CodeStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and documentation abilitiesAbout NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. 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