Azure Network Engineer

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Azure
VWAN
Palo Alto Networks
Network Security
VNets
VPN Gateway
Firewall

Job Details

Over 10 Years of IT Experience.

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 8+ years of experience in network operations or engineering, with at least 1 year working with Azure VWAN.
  • Hands-on experience deploying and managing Palo Alto firewalls in Azure, including policy configuration, troubleshooting, and integration with Azure VWAN.
  • Strong understanding of Azure networking services: VNets, VWAN, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, Application Gateway, Private Link, etc.
  • Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (ARM, Bicep, Terraform).
  • Experience with network monitoring, diagnostics, and performance tuning in cloud environments.
  • Solid grasp of network security principles, segmentation, and compliance requirements.
  • Scripting skills (PowerShell, Azure CLI) for automation and operational efficiency.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer) are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with hybrid cloud and on-premises network integration.
  • Familiarity with other third-party firewalls (e.g., Check Point, Fortinet) is a plus.
  • Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration for network automation.
  • Knowledge of ITIL processes and service management tools.
Thanks and Regards,
Aju
Shakti Group Inc
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