Azure Network Engineer

Valiant Technologies LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Technologies LLC in Chicago is seeking an Azure Network Engineer to design, implement, and support Azure networking in a hybrid enterprise environment. You will work hands-on with VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, VPNs, and related services to ensure secure connectivity and high availability.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, experience with Azure Monitor and Network Watcher, and the ability to collaborate with Cloud, Security, and Infrastructure teams.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure networking.
• Experience configuring VNets, subnets, NSGs, UDRs, and route tables in Azure.
• Proficient with ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and hybrid connectivity.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, and security concepts.
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, and Log Analytics for monitoring and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and support Azure networking solutions (VNets, subnets, NSGs, UDRs, Firewall, Private Endpoints).
• Manage hybrid connectivity using ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and site-to-site/point-to-site VPNs.
• Configure and support Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway.
• Troubleshoot connectivity, routing, DNS, latency, firewall, and app access issues.
• Manage DNS and Private DNS Zones; integrate with on-prem environments.
• Implement and maintain network security controls per security standards.
• Monitor network performance using Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, and Log Analytics.

Skills

Azure networking

ExpressRoute & VPN

Azure VNets & subnets

Network security

Troubleshooting network issues

DNS & DNS zones

Documentation

Team collaboration

Tools

Azure Monitor

Network Watcher

Log Analytics

DNS tooling

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Job Title: Azure Network Engineer
Location: Chicago IL
Duration: 12 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $74/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Role Summary:

• The Azure Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, supporting, and troubleshooting Azure network infrastructure in a hybrid enterprise environment. The role requires strong hands-on experience with Azure networking, network security, connectivity, monitoring, and production support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and support Azure networking solutions including VNets, subnets, NSGs, UDRs, Azure Firewall, and Private Endpoints.
• Manage hybrid connectivity using ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and site-to-site/point-to-site VPNs.
• Configure and support Azure Load Balancer, Application Gateway, Traffic Manager, and related connectivity services.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, routing, DNS, latency, firewall, and application access issues.
• Manage Azure DNS, Private DNS Zones, and DNS integration with on-premises environments.
• Implement and maintain network security controls in accordance with enterprise security standards.
• Monitor Azure network performance and availability using Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, Log Analytics, and related tools.
• Support incidents, service requests, problems, and changes in an ITIL-based production environment.
• Perform root cause analysis for recurring network and connectivity issues and drive remediation.
• Maintain network documentation, configurations, diagrams, operational procedures, and knowledge articles.
• Collaborate with Cloud, Security, Infrastructure, Application, and Service Management teams.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure networking.
• Azure VNets, subnets, peering, NSGs, UDRs, and route tables.
• Azure Firewall and firewall policy management.
• Azure Private Link, Private Endpoints, and service endpoints.
• ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and hybrid cloud connectivity.
• Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, NAT, HTTP/HTTPS, and network security concepts.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of Azure and hybrid network connectivity issues.
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, Log Analytics, and network diagnostic tools.
• Experience supporting production incidents, changes, and problem management.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work from the Chicago K&E office at least two days per week.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. 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, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.