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Lead Network & Cloud Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
138 days ago
Salary
$160K - $185K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Lead Network & Cloud Engineer
MSM Inc.
• Act as the ultimate subject matter expert for all Cisco Meraki and Microsoft Azure networking components. • Design, document, and maintain the secure network architecture, including segmentation strategies that align with zero-trust principles for both the corporate and AV networks. • Provide expert-level guidance on technology upgrades, system concepts, and technology forecasting as part of the Management & Advisory Assistance services. • Serve as the final escalation point for all Priority 1 and complex multi-system network incidents, performing advanced root cause analysis. • Lead the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the Azure cloud network, including Virtual Networks (VNet), Network Security Groups (NSGs), and the Azure Firewall. • Manage and troubleshoot hybrid connectivity including VPN connections to Azure/AWS and the Microsoft Direct Connect service. • Implement and manage Azure Firewall policies and rule sets (Application/Network rules, DNAT/SNAT, TLS inspection) and conduct periodic rule/risk reviews to ensure a robust security posture. • Oversee the integration of Azure network security logs with CLIENT’s SIEM (Azure Sentinel). • Lead the implementation of advanced AIOps and machine learning capabilities to proactively monitor the network, predict hardware failures, and identify traffic bottlenecks. • Oversee disaster recovery capabilities, including the validation of automated configuration backups and the documentation of restoration procedures. • Assess and recommend improvements for network redundancies across all critical components and connectivity paths. • Validate all hybrid connectivity paths and dependency chains following changes, maintenance, or incident remediation. • Create and maintain all high-level technical documentation, including network topology diagrams, dependency maps, and Azure Firewall policy hierarchies. • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to other members of the network support team. • Contribute key technical data and analysis for all monthly and quarterly performance reports delivered by the Project Manager.
Job Requirements
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture.
- A minimum of five (5) years delivering enterprise network managed services, with at least three (3) years specifically focused on Azure networking and firewall operations in hybrid environments.
- Proven, hands-on experience with policy-driven firewall controls in Azure, including logging, analytics, and integration with enterprise SIEM platforms.
- Mandatory Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700) or an equivalent, verifiable certification.
- Preferred Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise or Security, Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist (CMSS)
- Required Technical Skills and Knowledge: Expert-level, hands-on expertise in managing the full Cisco Meraki suite (MX Security Appliances, MS Switches, MR Access Points).
- Demonstrated mastery of Microsoft Azure networking, including VNets, subnets, peering, NSGs, Azure Firewall, VPN Gateway configuration, and ExpressRoute/Direct Connect.
- Deep understanding of hybrid cloud connectivity, network security principles, and segmentation strategies (including micro-segmentation and zero-trust concepts).
- Experience with network monitoring and SIEM integration, specifically with Azure Sentinel.
- Strong understanding of network protocols and services including BGP, IPSEC, DNS, and QoS.
- Familiarity with AV/conference room equipment and network considerations (Crestron, etc.).
- Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis across a complex, multi-vendor hybrid environment.
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