Azure Networking Architect- W2

CLOUDSCOUTS SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS LLC

4d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Azure Networking Architect to lead network architecture and design for large-scale migration projects, moving on-premises workloads and network topologies into Azure. This role involves assessing existing network estates, defining target-state Azure network designs, and ensuring secure and efficient connectivity. The architect will collaborate with various teams to plan cutovers, minimize downtime, and produce comprehensive documentation.

Requirements

Deep knowledge of Azure networking services (VNets, ARS, vWAN, NSGs, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway).
Hands-on experience with virtual appliances (Cisco vMX, Netskope, SolarWinds).
Strong understanding of BGP, dynamic routing, and hybrid connectivity.
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) with automation.
Proven experience delivering network architecture for cloud migration projects (on-premises to Azure).
Working knowledge of IP address planning and CIDR allocation for large, multi-environment Azure landing zones.
15+ years of overall networking experience, including extensive experience designing and operating Azure networking at scale.
Demonstrated experience as a lead or senior architect on at least one large-scale Azure migration engagement.
Strong stakeholder communication skills.
Collaborative, cross-functional mindset.

Nice To Haves

Azure certifications preferred: AZ-700 (Azure Network Engineer Associate), AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
Vendor certifications a plus: Cisco (CCNP/CCIE), Netskope NCCA/NCCE, or equivalent SolarWinds certifications.

Responsibilities

Architect hub-and-spoke and vWAN topologies across multi-subscription environments.
Implement Azure Route Server (ARS) to simplify dynamic route exchange between VNets and network virtual appliances.
Design secure connectivity patterns using VNets, peering, UDRs, NSGs, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, and Load Balancer.
Integrate virtual appliances such as Cisco vMX for SD-WAN and secure branch connectivity, Netskope for cloud security and secure web gateway services, and SolarWinds for network monitoring, performance management, and observability.
Lead network architecture and design workstreams for large-scale migration projects, moving on-premises workloads and network topologies into Azure.
Assess existing on-premises network estates (routing, firewalls, WAN links) and define target-state Azure network designs and migration sequencing.
Partner with infrastructure, security, and application teams to plan cutover, minimize downtime, and validate connectivity post-migration.
Produce migration runbooks, network design documents, and as-built documentation for each migration wave.
Communicate network design trade-offs to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Lead design workshops and produce clear architecture documentation.
Collaborate closely with security, infrastructure, and application teams.
Troubleshoot complex, multi-vendor network issues with a structured, methodical approach.