Cloud Network Engineer

Cloud Network Engineer

Summary
We are seeking a Cloud Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of a hybrid Cloud environment with a strong focus on Azure.  This role will blend hands-on engineering and architecture to drive a Cloud-first strategy, Azure platform maturity, and secure, scalable network connectivity across Cloud and on-prem environments.
Requirements

• Strong Azure expertise (networking, identity, compute, storage).
• Experience designing and managing hybrid Cloud environments (Azure & on-prem).
• Cloud networking skills (VPNs, hybrid connectivity, firewall configuration).
• Solid enterprise networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, segmentation).
• Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Azure landing zones.
• Infrastructure automation (PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM/Bicep).
• Experience with monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Ability to own architecture and execution (design & hands-on delivery).
• 5+ years in Cloud engineering/network administration.

Preferred

• Experience with M&A infrastructure or network integrations.
• Experience with cost optimization/Cloud financial management.
• Knowledge of ExpressRoute, SD-WAN, or advanced connectivity solutions.
• Azure certifications.
• Experience supporting Cloud-native applications or Dev/Data teams.
• Background mentoring team members or providing escalation support.

This is a 6-month hybrid  Contract-for-Hire opportunity with our MN client.  Employee benefits include Medical/Dental Benefits, Paid time off, Paid Holidays, and 401(k) (with immediately vested company match) available with TriCom during the contract period.  H1-B Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  No third-parties, please.