Azure Cloud Network Engineer

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Prominent is needing an Azure Cloud Network Engineer for a contract to hire. This position is open to candidates in Omaha, Nebraska, Greenwood Village, Colorado or Berkeley Heights, New Jersey; no relocation option. As an Azure Network Engineer you will help ensure reliable connectivity, strong network security, and optimal performance for cloud and hybrid workloads while supporting critical enterprise applications.

• Design and implement Azure core networking infrastructure, including virtual networks, subnets, and network security groups
• Manage hybrid connectivity solutions such as VPN and Express Route to ensure secure and reliable connections between on‑premises and Azure environments
• Configure and support application delivery services, including Azure Load Balancer, Application Gateway, and Traffic Manager
• Implement private access to Azure services using private endpoints and service endpoints
• Develop and maintain infrastructure‑as‑code solutions using Terraform to automate and standardize Azure network deployments
• Secure cloud network environments by deploying firewalls, network security groups, and other network security controls
• Proactively monitor Azure network environments to identify issues, minimize risk, and maintain performance and availability
• Troubleshoot and resolve network and connectivity issues across Azure and hybrid environments

• 3+ years of experience developing and managing infrastructure using Terraform
• 2+ years of experience supporting hybrid connectivity solutions such as VPN and Express Route
• 2+ years of experience configuring load balancers, application gateways, or traffic management solutions in the cloud
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education, work, and/or military experience

• Prior experience implementing network security controls, including firewalls and network segmentation
• Experience monitoring and troubleshooting complex networking issues in cloud or hybrid environments
• Industry certifications such as Azure Network Engineer Associate or Terraform Associate
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization and clients
• Some ability to travel minimally to other office locations as needed.