Azure/Network Architect

We are embarking on a major transformation initiative and seeking an experienced Azure/Network Architect with strong leadership skills to guide our organization through a greenfield modernization effort. This role will lead the architectural strategy, design, and delivery as we transition from a Cisco firewall environment to a Zero Trust security model, and from VMware virtualization into a fully Azure based cloud ecosystem.

As the Azure/Network Architect, you will serve as the technical authority and hands-on leader for this program, shaping cloud and network architectures, implementing modern security frameworks, and mentoring a small team through execution. This is a rare opportunity to build a next-generation environment from the ground up and leave a lasting impact on the organization's technology foundation. Responsibilities:

• Architect, design, and implement Azure cloud and Zero Trust aligned network architectures.
• Lead the end-to-end migration from Cisco firewall infrastructure to a Zero Trust model.
• Oversee migration from VMware based virtualization to Azure.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to a small engineering team; mentor, coach, and ensure best-practice execution.
• Define enterprise-grade network, cloud, and security blueprints and standards.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, application, and operations teams to ensure alignment across the business.
• Create high-level and detailed architectural documentation, roadmaps, and execution plans.
• Serve as the technical escalation point and subject matter expert throughout the transformation.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and operational excellence in cloud and network design.

Do you have experience in VMware?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.

• 8+ years of experience in network architecture and design within enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience migrating from Cisco firewalls to a Zero Trust security model (e.g., Zscaler, Palo Alto, Microsoft Zero Trust frameworks).
• Proven experience migrating from VMware to Azure, including architecture, landing zone design, and workload migration.
• Strong leadership capabilities, including mentoring team members and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Expertise in Azure networking, identity, policy, and governance.
• Strong understanding of enterprise network security, cloud security principles, and modern Zero Trust methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and guide teams through complex change.

Preferred Experience (Nice to Have):

• Azure certifications (AZ 305, AZ 700, AZ 500, or equivalent).
• Experience designing greenfield Azure landing zones.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform).
• Experience in hybrid environments and security modernization.

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance