Sr Network Engineer I (Azure)

TL;DR

Sr Network Engineer I (Azure): Designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises and Azure cloud environments with an accent on secure segmentation and hybrid connectivity. Focus on optimizing Azure network architectures, managing Palo Alto firewalls, and ensuring high availability through proactive monitoring and root cause analysis.

Location: Remote, must be based in the United States

Salary: $112,500 – $140,000

Company

hirify.global is a healthcare services organization focused on providing specialty health management and operations.

What you will do

• Design and implement Azure network architectures, including VNets, NSGs, UDRs, and Private Endpoints.
• Engineer and maintain secure hybrid connectivity between on-premises and Azure environments.
• Administer Cisco and Meraki infrastructure, including SD-WAN policies and wireless RF optimization.
• Manage Palo Alto firewall rules, ZTNA (Netskope), and DDoS protection systems.
• Serve as the senior escalation point for complex network incidents and perform root cause analysis.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide high-level technical support across the organization.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 8 years of progressive experience in enterprise network engineering.
• 4 years of experience in Azure Cloud architecture with a focus on networking.
• Strong proficiency in TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP/OSPF, VLANs, STP, NAT, and VPNs.
• AZ-700 Azure Network Engineer certification is required within 120 days of hire.

Nice to have

• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification.
• Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist certification.
• Scripting experience utilizing Python.
• Experience with SIEM and Wireshark for advanced log analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote work-from-home (WFH) environment.
• Provision of company-provided technology equipment.
• Opportunity to serve as a technical leader and mentor within the IT-Operations department.
• Professional development through industry seminars, conferences, and training.