Ascend Technologies · 13 hours ago
Azure Systems Network Engineer
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expAscend Technologies is a company focused on delivering innovative technology solutions, and they are seeking an Azure Systems Network Engineer. This role involves implementing and supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure and network solutions, ensuring secure connectivity and operational reliability across client and internal environments.
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Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and support Azure infrastructure including virtual machines, storage, identity, networking, and security services
Implement Azure networking solutions including:
Virtual Networks (VNets), subnets, and IP addressing
Network Security Groups (NSGs) and User Defined Routes (UDRs)
Azure Firewall and basic traffic filtering rules
Site-to-site and point-to-site VPN connectivity
Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway
Support hybrid connectivity between Azure and on-premises environments
Assist with network segmentation and access control aligned to security best practices
Deploy and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
Support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions for infrastructure deployments
Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell and Bash to streamline operational tasks
Follow version control and change management best practices
Administer and support Windows and Linux virtual machines in Azure and hybrid environments
Assist with Azure Entra ID (Azure AD) administration, RBAC, and identity integrations
Monitor system health, performance, and availability using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
Support patching, backup, recovery, and basic cost optimization activities
Assist with certificate management and secure system configurations
Support infrastructure and network migrations from on-premises or third-party environments into Azure
Execute migration runbooks and assist with cutover activities
Participate in environment readiness checks and post-migration validation
Document implementation steps, configurations, and operational procedures
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to deliver sprint commitments
Update user stories, tasks, and documentation as part of ongoing delivery
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and team standards
Work with clients to gather technical requirements and clarify implementation details
Provide implementation updates and technical explanations to project stakeholders
Support client technical working sessions under the guidance of senior engineers or architects
Maintain a professional, client-focused approach in all engagements
Implement secure infrastructure and networking configurations following established standards
Assist with remediation of security findings related to infrastructure or network controls
Support logging, monitoring, and alerting configurations required for compliance
Follow internal security, change control, and documentation standards
Other responsibilities as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
5 years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure, or cloud-related roles
5 years hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure
Practical experience with Azure networking fundamentals (VNets, NSGs, VPNs)
Practical experience with Azure virtual machines and storage
Practical experience with Azure Entra ID (Azure AD) and RBAC
Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM)
Experience with enterprise networking concepts (firewalls, routing, VPNs)
Familiarity with PowerShell scripting
Ability to work effectively within an Agile delivery environment
Strong documentation and communication skills
Preferred
Microsoft certifications such as Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate
Microsoft certifications such as Azure Network Engineer Associate
Experience supporting hybrid Azure/on-prem environments
Familiarity with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
Experience working in managed services or professional services environments
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings options
Flexible time off (FTO)
Professional development opportunities
Company
Ascend Technologies
Ascend Technologies helps customers to make IT investments, meet the needs of business and optimize productivity
201-500 employees
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