Azure Network Consultant

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Azure Network Consultant to assist with a time-sensitive project involving the setup of site-to-site VPNs and routing traffic through Azure firewalls. The goal is to ensure that external partners can connect using non-private IP addresses while maintaining robust security and optimal network performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. VPN Configuration:

   • Design, configure, and implement site-to-site VPNs in Azure to connect external partners with the company’s network.
   • Ensure secure and efficient routing of traffic between partner networks and internal systems through Azure.

2. Azure Firewall Setup:

   • Configure and manage Azure firewalls to route traffic effectively and securely.
   • Implement policies to route traffic from external partners via non-private IP addresses.
   • Ensure compliance with security protocols and best practices for network traffic.

3. Traffic Routing and Network Management:

   • Design traffic routing strategies that align with business and security requirements.
   • Optimize network performance, ensuring low-latency and high-reliability connections for partner integrations.
   • Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to traffic routing, firewall configurations, and VPN setups.

4. Security and Compliance:

   • Ensure that all network configurations and traffic routing adhere to industry-standard security protocols.
   • Implement necessary security measures to protect data integrity and confidentiality during partner connections.

5. Documentation and Knowledge Transfer:

   • Document all configurations, network designs, and processes related to the project.
   • Provide detailed handover documentation and knowledge transfer to the internal IT team for ongoing support and management.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure Networking, including VPN setup and Azure firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of site-to-site VPN configurations and traffic routing in cloud environments.
• Expertise in Azure Firewall and Azure Virtual Network configuration.
• Experience with IP addressing schemes and managing traffic routing for external partners.
• Strong understanding of network security protocols and best practices for firewall management.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills to quickly resolve network issues.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive projects with high attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Azure certifications such as Azure Network Engineer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect.
• Familiarity with BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) for routing optimization.
• Experience working with external vendors and partners to implement secure network connections.

Project Scope and Timeline:

• This is a short-term, time-sensitive project with an immediate need for support. The consultant will work closely with our internal IT team to ensure timely delivery and successful configuration.