Cloud Engineer - Network at Tek Experts

Tek Experts provides the services of a uniquely passionate and expert workforce that takes intense pride in helping companies manage their business operations. We care about the work we do, the companies we partner with and the customers they serve.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cloud Engineer - Network

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job ID: 16294
Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

Overview

• We’re seeking a Cloud Engineer - Network to design, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performance network infrastructures in Microsoft Azure.
• As part of the Microsoft Cloud Center of Excellence (CoE), you will play a key role in cloud networking, automation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• The ideal candidate has hands-on expertise in Azure Networking (VNETs, ExpressRoute, VPN, Load Balancing, Firewalls, Private Link) and Cloud Connectivity solutions.
• At TeKnowledge, your work makes an impact from day one. We partner with organizations to deliver AI-First Expert Technology Services that drive meaningful impact in AI, Customer Experience, and Cybersecurity. We turn complexity into clarity and potential into progress—in a place where people lead and tech empowers.
• You’ll be part of a diverse and inclusive team where trust, teamwork, and shared success fuel everything we do. We push boundaries, using advanced technologies to solve complex challenges for clients around the world.
• Here, your work drives real change, and your ideas help shape the future of technology. We invest in you with top-tier training, mentorship, and career development—ensuring you stay ahead in an ever-evolving world.

Why You’ll Enjoy It Here

• Be Part of Something Big - A growing company where your contributions matter.
• Make an Immediate Impact - Support groundbreaking technologies with real-world results.
• Work on Cutting-Edge Tech - AI, cybersecurity, and next-gen digital solutions.
• Thrive in an Inclusive Team - A culture built on trust, collaboration, and respect.
• We Care - Integrity, empathy, and purpose guide every decision.
• We’re looking for innovators, problem-solvers, and experts ready to drive change and grow with us.
• We Are TeKnowledge. Where People Lead and Tech Empowers.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage Azure Virtual Networks (VNETs), Subnets, NSGs, UDRs, and Private Endpoints.
• Implement Hybrid Cloud Connectivity using ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, and SD-WAN solutions.
• Configure and optimize Azure Load Balancers, Application Gateway (WAF), Azure Firewall, and DDoS Protection.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize cloud network performance for latency, throughput, and availability.
• Support multi-region networking architectures, ensuring reliability and failover mechanisms.
• Enforce Zero Trust network security principles and implement segmentation and isolation strategies.
• Configure Azure Firewall, Web Application Firewall (WAF), and DDoS Protection for security hardening.
• Ensure secure access controls using RBAC, NSGs, and Private Link for sensitive workloads.
• Conduct network security assessments and implement best practices for compliance (NIST, SOC2, HIPAA, ISO 27001).
• Automate network provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates.
• Develop Azure Policy and governance automation to enforce security and compliance requirements.
• Implement self-healing network architectures using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and KQL.
• Build CI/CD pipelines for network configurations using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
• Use Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Network Watcher for network monitoring and diagnostics.
• Implement traffic engineering strategies to optimize bandwidth and reduce egress costs.
• Identify and resolve connectivity issues in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Automate alerting and incident response workflows for network-related failures.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Cloud Networking & Operations, with at least 1 year in Azure.
• Strong expertise in Azure Networking (VNETs, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers, NSGs, Private Link, WAF, Firewall, DDoS).
• Hands-on experience in Hybrid Cloud Networking (VPN, MPLS, SD-WAN, SASE).
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates) for network automation.
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and KQL for network troubleshooting.
• Understanding of Zero Trust Networking, network segmentation, and security best practices.
• Strong written and verbal English skills for effective communication.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities for complex cloud network issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with Security, DevOps, and Cloud Operations teams.
• Ability to document network architectures, troubleshooting guides, and automation scripts.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with multi-cloud networking and hybrid cloud solutions.
• Familiarity with AI-driven network monitoring and predictive analytics.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, Cisco CCNP.
• Experience with API Gateway, Service Mesh, and DNS strategies.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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