Cloud & Network Security Engineering Manager

8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave #500, Chicago, IL 60631, USA

Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

We are seeking a hands‑on Network Administration Manager to lead the reliability, security, and modernization of our enterprise and jobsite networks using a Microsoft‑first, Zero Trust strategy. This role owns end‑to‑end network operations, spanning Azure, on‑premises, and distributed jobsite environments, while leveraging Microsoft 365 E5, Defender, Sentinel, Entra , and Intune to deliver a secure, scalable, and resilient network experience.

This is a leadership role for a technically strong network professional who understands that identity, endpoint, and network security are inseparable in modern environments.

• Own and optimize network operations across headquarters, Azure cloud, hybrid infrastructure, and distributed job sites.
• Architect and maintain secure Azure and hybrid network designs, including VNets, routing, segmentation, and hybrid connectivity.
• Design for high availability, resiliency, performance, and disaster recovery.
• Implement and operate identity‑aware network access using Entra , Conditional Access, device posture, and secure access services.
• Administer Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud, Defender for Identity, and Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR).
• Configure and manage Azure network security controls, including Azure Firewall, NSGs/ASGs, Application Gateway, WAF, and DDoS Protection.
• Develop and enforce DLP and information protection policies across Microsoft 365 workloads.
• Oversee the secure use of Microsoft 365 E5 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, One Drive, Power Apps, Teams, Entra , and Intune.
• Ensure tight alignment between identity, endpoint, and network security controls.
• Lead network monitoring, observability, and incident response using Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, and Sentinel.
• Drive measurable improvements in security posture, uptime, and response times.
• Produce operational metrics and SLA reporting for leadership.
• Mentor and lead network and security engineers.
• Define and enforce network standards, secure architecture patterns, and governance guardrails.
• Partner with Cloud, Security, and Application teams to deliver secure‑by‑design solutions.
• Implement automation and AI‑assisted operations using tools such as Power Shell, Azure Automation, Logic Apps, ARM/Bicep, or Terraform.

• 7+ years of enterprise network engineering experience, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, DLP, Intune, and Microsoft 365 E5 security capabilities.
• Proven experience designing and operating Azure networking and hybrid connectivity (Express Route, VPN).

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Zero Trust architecture and Secure Score–driven improvement.
• Experience supporting distributed or jobsite‑based environments (e.g., construction, manufacturing, retail).
• Familiarity with OT/IoT or constrained‑connectivity networks.
• Experience driving automation‑first network operations.

• SC‑100 – Microsoft Certified:
  Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• AZ‑– Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• 305 AZ‑700 – Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Network Engineer Associate
• MS‑102 – Microsoft 365 Certified:
  Administrator Expert
• AZ‑500 – Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Security Engineer Associate
• SC‑300 – Microsoft Certified:
  Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• SC‑200 – Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (preferred)

Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000

Compensation for this role includes a base salary plus an annual discretionary bonus. Details on our benefits can be found on the Benefits tab within the Careers section of the website.

Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.