Duties Description *Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing Azure Cloud network infrastructure. Responsible for managing hybrid connectivity, routing traffic, and optimizing network performance across Microsoft Azure environments. Oversee ESD's Cloud based network architecture.
WORK PERFORMED:
Design, deploy, and manage secure, scalable, and cost-effective Azure infrastructure solutions.
Administer Azure services including Virtual Machines, Azure SQL, Storage, App Gateway, WAF, Virtual WAN, ExpressRoute, and VPN Gateway.
Configure and support Azure networking, including VNets, Load Balancers, DNS, routing, BGP, firewalls, and hybrid connectivity.
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM, Bicep, Terraform, or similar automation tools.
Manage Azure NetApp Files (ANF) platform
Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot Azure resources to ensure high availability, performance, security, and cost efficiency.
Manage Azure identity, access controls, and cloud security using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), RBAC, and security best practices.
Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
Stay current with emerging Azure technologies and security threats, recommending and implementing continuous improvements.
Assist in IT Disaster Recovery efforts, testing and documentation
Perform other related duties as required by IT management.
Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor's degree in an IT related discipline with minimum of 3 years' experience in Azure Networking and Infrastructure; Or a 2-year degree with a minimum of 5 years' experience; Or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Microsoft AZ-104 and AZ-305 Certifications a plus.
Relevant Experience required: Extensive experience in Network engineering with proven expertise in cloud environments.
Security-first mindset with experience designing and implementing secure Azure cloud architecture.
Experience with Azure Networking
Experience with configuration and management of Azure NetApp Files (ANF)
Experience with configuration and management of Azure VMware Solutions (AVS)
Knowledge of Azure cloud security services, including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Policy, Key Vault, and Microsoft Entra ID.
Experience using Wiz Cloud Security Platform (preferred) or similar tools for Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), vulnerability management, and risk assessment
Experience implementing Azure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery.
Strong understanding of Azure Storage services, data protection, encryption, lifecycle management, and backup strategies.
Familiarity with cloud governance, regulatory compliance, and security best practices (CIS, NIST, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework).
Experience automating security and compliance using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
Ability to work with a diverse group of people at both a functional and technical level and communicate at a level appropriate to audience; Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Comments Salary range as specified.
Comprehensive Benefits Package.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Jane Martinez - HR Recruiter
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Email Address
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Street 5 Grand Central East
(formally 655 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017)
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10017
Notes on Applying External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser:
Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY
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- Dice Id: 80183522
- Position Id: 30db170d75c0b7870a0153d06155c049
- Posted 16 days ago
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