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Senior Azure Cloud Network Engineer

TEKsystems
$120.00 - $125.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Irving
May 13, 2026
Description Meriton is seeking a Senior Azure Cloud Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of complex, enterprise-scale network solutions within Microsoft Azure. This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive cloud networking standards, security, and automation across the organization. Required Skills, Tools, Technologies & Services Cloud & Networking * Microsoft Azure networking services (VNets, subnets, peering) * Azure routing and traffic management * Hub-and-spoke network architectures * Hybrid connectivity concepts (ExpressRoute and VPN) * Enterprise cloud network topology design Security & Compliance * Azure Firewall and Network Security Groups (NSGs) * Secure cloud network design principles * Collaboration with cybersecurity teams on policy enforcement * Familiarity with compliance considerations such as SOC 2 or CMMC (preferred) * Network logging, monitoring, and security best practices Infrastructure as Code & Automation (Preferred) * Exposure to ARM templates and/or Terraform * Experience partnering with DevOps or automation teams * Creation of reusable network templates and scalable deployment patterns Operations & Documentation * Supporting live Azure environments during ongoing build-out * Troubleshooting and resolving cloud network incidents * Producing technical documentation, standards, and as-built diagrams * Knowledge transfer and mentoring of internal engineers --- Key Responsibilities * Design and implement Azure network architecture for a consolidated enterprise tenant * Establish and document Azure networking standards and best practices * Collaborate with cloud platform, cybersecurity, and automation teams * Lead network-related components of Azure tenant consolidation efforts * Provide operational support for Azure network infrastructure * Mentor and educate internal engineering staff on cloud networking concepts --- Location & Work Model * Preferred Locations: Dallas, TX (primary), Phoenix, AZ, or Tampa, FL * Remote: Open for highly qualified candidates * Meriton is building regional technical hubs, with Dallas as headquarters --- Minimum Qualifications * 7+ years of enterprise networking experience * 3+ years of hands-on Azure cloud networking experience * Experience operating in Senior, lead, or architect-level roles * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, low-ego engineering culture --- Team Responsibility Delineation Senior Azure Network Engineer (This Role) * Owns Azure network architecture for the enterprise tenant (design, standards, patterns) * Designs hub-and-spoke topology, routing, segmentation, and connectivity models * Defines network best practices for VNets, peering, routing, and traffic flow * Implements and operates Azure network components (VNets, routing, firewalls, NSGs) * Leads the network portion of Azure tenant consolidation initiatives * Provides Tier-3 support for cloud network issues related to infrastructure * Produces network documentation, diagrams, and standards * Educates and upskills internal engineers on Azure networking concepts * Partners with automation teams to enable Infrastructure-as-Code for networking --- Cloud Platform / Cloud Engineering Team * Owns Azure subscriptions, tenants, and core cloud resources * Manages compute, storage, and application infrastructure in Azure * Leads tenant consolidation execution (inventory, migration sequencing) * Provides application and workload requirements to inform network design * Deploys resources using approved network standards and templates * Operates day-to-day cloud workloads once network patterns are established * Does not own network architecture decisions or advanced routing design --- Cybersecurity Team * Defines security policy, compliance requirements, and guardrails * Reviews and approves proposed network security designs * Provides guidance on firewall rules, logging, monitoring, and compliance needs * Owns audits, certifications, and regulatory interpretations (e.g., SOC 2, CMMC) * Participates in security incidents only when required * Does not build or operate Azure network infrastructure directly --- Skills Cloud, azure, TCP/IP, Firewall, Networking, Tenant migration, Network engineering Top Skills Details Cloud,azure,TCP/IP,Firewall,Networking,Tenant migration,Network engineering Additional Skills & Qualifications Lead the architecture and design of scalable, secure Azure network environments, including VNets, segmentation strategies, and IP address management. Own and design hybrid and multi-region connectivity solutions using VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute Establish and enforce network design standards, governance models, and best practices across cloud environments Collaborate with security architects and engineers to help infrastructure/platform teams establish foundational network security capabilities and define zero trust standards. These standards will satisfy NIST SP 800-171. They will include network standards, trust boundaries, segmentation, inspection points, logging, and approval gates. Architect and implement advanced network security solutions including Azure Firewall, NSG's, Azure Front Door, Private Endpoints/Private Link, Secure DNS, ingress/egress control, SIEM, M&A Process, policy-as-code guardrails, WAF, DDoS Protection, and Zero Trust frameworks (traffic inspection, segmentation, end-to-end encryption). Design will support CMMC Level 2 (NIST SP 800-171) items such as default-deny segmentation, east-west traffic control, integration with SIEM (Rapid7) and incident response processes Serve as the escalation point for complex network issues and lead root cause analysis for critical incidents Drive performance optimization strategies including load balancing, traffic routing, and global distribution (Traffic Manager, Front Door) Design and lead Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates to standardize deployments Partner with cloud engineers, security teams, and application owners to align networking solutions with business and technical requirements Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers Lead network-related change management activities, including participation in Change Advisory Boards (CAB) and risk assessments Ensure compliance with e Experience Level* Expert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $120.00 - $125.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Irving,TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.