Cloud Network Engineer - Advantage Solutions

Cloud Network Engineer

At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a talented Network and security engineering position responsible for implementing and supporting a wide range of technology solutions. This position requires a vast knowledge of various systems, engineering concepts involving information security, IT software and hardware, internal data communications systems, and network infrastructure.

Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today!

What we offer:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off 

Responsibilities: 

• Design and deploy scalable, highly available, and secure cloud network architectures using Azure. 
• Implement and manage virtual networks, subnets, network security groups, VPNs, and Azure Firewall. 
• Monitor and optimize network performance, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery capabilities. 
• Configure and manage load balancers, DNS, and other network-related services in Azure. 
• Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate cloud services with on-premises networks. 
• Troubleshoot network issues and implement necessary fixes and improvements. 
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for network security and data protection. 
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Azure updates, features, and networking technologies. 
• Develop and maintain documentation for network configurations, procedures, and best practices. 
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 
• 3+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on cloud environments. 
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure Virtual Network, VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Azure Load Balancer, and ExpressRoute. 
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, and IPsec. 
• Proficiency in network security principles and technologies (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, VPNs). 
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, or similar. 
• Familiarity with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, etc.). 
• Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate) are highly desirable. 

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. 
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities. 
• Experience with Kubernetes 

Preferred Skills: 

• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and integration with on-premises infrastructure. 
• Knowledge of other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) is a plus. 
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, Git, Jenkins). 
• Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). 

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Position Summary

Network and security engineering position responsible for implementing and supporting a wide range of technology solutions. This position requires a vast knowledge of various systems, engineering concepts involving information security, IT software and hardware, internal data communications systems, and network infrastructure.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with various teams and vendors to implement and troubleshoot network, security, and application solutions to business problems in a timely manner
• Provide escalated support services to employees and clients with technical problems regarding IT issues
• Implement security controls, defenses, and countermeasures to prevent internal and external attacks on the company’s information systems
• Ensure systems are compliant with company security standards
• Provide support for priority issues including on-call support during non-business hours
• Develop and maintain systems documentation to include administration guides, network, and configuration diagrams

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job 

Minimum Qualifications

Education Level: (Required)    Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

                         (Preferred)    Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience                       

Field of Study/Area of Experience:  Information Technology, Network Engineering, and Information Security

2-4 years of experience in Information Technology

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Good written communication and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong prioritization skills
• Ability to visualize and plan objectives and goals strategically
• Ability to research and analyze data effectively         
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
• Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
• Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy while shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
• The ideal candidate will be passionate about technology and problem solving, have an interest in developing new skills, and the ability to keep pace with a fast moving business
• Understanding of network protocols, routing, and network configuration
• Ability to use tcpdump, wire shark, network monitor, or other tools to trouble-shoot network issues
• Operating system security, compliance, and audit
• Ability to troubleshoot and actively monitor network, application, and system performance
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Experience implementing, managing, and troubleshooting various Cisco networking and security products
• Experience managing and monitoring system security and health for hundreds of network devices
• Experience managing, upgrading, and deploying Microsoft Active Directory and associated technologies
• Experience managing Microsoft System Center products
• Experience managing Solarwinds Orion products

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.  Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.  The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes.  Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.