Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS); Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Lake Forest office

Job summary

LRS Consulting Services in Lake Forest, IL is seeking a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer on a direct hire basis. This hands-on role focuses on Azure networking, hybrid connectivity, and infrastructure automation to design scalable, secure, and cost-aware solutions for a growing financial services client.

You will author infrastructure as code with Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates, drive cloud modernization initiatives, mentor teammates, and partner with Information Security to implement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in infrastructure, network, systems, or cloud engineering.
• 5+ years hands-on Microsoft Azure infrastructure experience.
• Experience designing Azure networking (VNets, routing, DNS, VPN/ExpressRoute) and hybrid connectivity.
• IaC experience with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM; scripting in PowerShell.
• Willing to work onsite in Lake Forest, IL 3 days per week and authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage Azure networking including hub-and-spoke VNets, ExpressRoute, and Hybrid DNS.
• Lead hybrid connectivity between Azure and on-premises environments.
• Author infrastructure as code using Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates; automate operations with PowerShell.
• Drive Azure modernization, cloud migrations, and platform improvements.
• Integrate Azure with on-premises systems, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365.
• Optimize performance, reliability, scalability, and cost; enforce cloud security practices.
• Mentor team members and act as a technical advisor across the organization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and advise on fit for the environment.

Skills

Azure networking

Infrastructure as code

PowerShell scripting

Cloud architecture

Leadership

Hybrid connectivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering

Tools

Terraform

Bicep

ARM templates

PowerShell

Azure Automation

Job description

Lake Forest, IL (Hybrid, 3 Days Onsite) | Full-Time / Direct Hire

Position Summary

LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer for a direct hire opportunity with a growing financial services organization in Lake Forest, IL. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on Azure networking, hybrid connectivity, and infrastructure automation. You'll be the go-to expert for designing and building the Azure and hybrid network the organization runs on, driving cloud modernization, and building scalable solutions that balance performance, reliability, security, and cost. Local candidates only.

What You Will Do

• Design, build, and manage Azure networking, including hub-and-spoke VNet architecture, ExpressRoute and site-to-site VPN, routing, Azure Firewall, Private Endpoints, and hybrid DNS
• Lead hybrid connectivity between Azure and on-premises environments
• Author and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates, and automate operations with PowerShell and Azure Automation
• Drive Azure modernization, cloud migrations, and platform improvement initiatives
• Integrate Azure with on-premises systems, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and enterprise applications
• Optimize cloud performance, availability, scalability, and cost management
• Partner with Information Security to implement Zero Trust and cloud security best practices in the infrastructure you build
• Mentor team members and serve as a trusted technical advisor across the organization
• Evaluate emerging technologies, including Azure OpenAI and cloud-native services, and recommend where they fit the environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of infrastructure, network, systems, or cloud engineering experience
• 5+ years of hands-on Microsoft Azure infrastructure experience
• Hands-on experience designing and building Azure networking, including VNets, routing, DNS, VPN and/or ExpressRoute, and hybrid connectivity
• Experience authoring infrastructure as code (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM) and scripting in PowerShell
• Ability to lead complex technical initiatives and influence cloud strategy
• Must be located in the Northern Illinois or Southeast Wisconsin area and willing to work onsite in Lake Forest, IL 3 days per week
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a financial services or regulated environment
• Background in network engineering (routing, BGP, firewalls)
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification

The base range for this salaried position is $115,000 - $180,000, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all U.S. locations. Individual compensation is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.

In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence ("AI") in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions.