Cloud NetOps Engineer - Remote - Outside IR35 - Upto £550 p/d

Contract: 6 months (Likely Extensions) Rate: Up to £550 per day (Outside IR35) Location: Remote We are seeking a Cloud NetOps Engineer to support cloud-first networking with some hybrid/on-prem elements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Azure networking, security, and automation, along with strong traditional networking experience. Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise Azure networking (Firewalls, NSGs, Route Tables, ExpressRoute, SD-WAN).
• Secure and optimise north-south and east-west traffic using Azure Firewalls, Palo Alto appliances, and Cisco ASA/Checkpoint firewalls.
• Deploy and manage Application Gateway for web traffic security and load balancing.
• Automate network operations using PowerShell, Python, YAML pipelines, and Bicep for Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Implement and maintain Bicep templates for repeatable and scalable cloud deployments.
• Troubleshoot issues using Azure Network Watcher, diagnostics tools, and packet capture.
• Oversee IP Address Management (IPAM) for cloud and hybrid environments.
• Support Cisco layer 2 & 3 switching, routing protocols (BGP/EIGRP/OSPF), and SD-WAN solutions.
• Manage wireless networks, Citrix ADC/Kemp load balancers, and proxy services like Zscaler.
• Collaborate with security teams to align with Zero Trust principles and network segmentation best practices.

• 3-5+ years experience in network engineering with a focus on Azure and hybrid cloud environments.
• Azure networking expertise (VNets, Peering, ExpressRoute, SD-WAN).
• Experience with Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, and Checkpoint firewalls.
• Hands-on automation experience with PowerShell, Az CLI, Bash, YAML pipelines, Terraform, and Bicep.
• Strong knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and cloud security best practices.
• Firewalls (Azure Native, Palo Alto, Checkpoint)
• Load Balancers (Azure Native, Citrix ADC, Kemp)
• Application Gateways
• Connectivity solutions (ExpressRoute, VPNs)
• Strong troubleshooting skills in cloud, hybrid, and on-prem networking environments.
• CCNA, CCNP, or Azure Networking certifications are a plus.
• Highly motivated, takes ownership, and delivers excellent customer service.
• Technically curious and eager to learn new technologies.
• Experience working in a global, diverse IT environment.