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Lead Azure Cloud Network



Job description

Job Title:
Senior Azure Cloud Network & Security Engineer

Location:
Abu Dhabi, UAE (Onsite – Full Time)

Experience Required:
8+ Years

Relocation:
Mandatory for candidates outside the UAE (Valid passport required)

Recruitment Partner:
HireOn (on behalf of its international client)

About The Role
HireOn is sourcing a
Senior Azure Cloud Network & Security Engineer
for its reputed international client based in
Abu Dhabi, UAE
.

This role is ideal for a professional who excels in designing, implementing, and securing large-scale Azure cloud infrastructures.

The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring the
performance, reliability, and security
of enterprise cloud environments while working onsite with the client's engineering and security teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and manage Azure networking components such as VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, ExpressRoute, and VPN Gateways.

  • Architect and implement secure cloud network designs, aligned with zero-trust principles and enterprise security standards.

  • Configure and manage Azure Security Services—Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel (SIEM), Key Vault, and Security Center.

  • Monitor network traffic, identify potential vulnerabilities, and implement proactive threat mitigation strategies.

  • Troubleshoot performance and connectivity issues across hybrid environments (Azure + on-prem).

  • Collaborate with Cloud Architects, DevOps, and Security teams to embed network security into IaC (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).

  • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, support audits, and ensure compliance with frameworks like ISO27001, NIST, and CIS.

  • Maintain comprehensive network diagrams, documentation, and operational runbooks.

  • Provide L3 support for critical network and security incidents to minimize downtime.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in Network Engineering and Cloud Security, with at least 3 years specializing in Microsoft Azure.

  • Strong command of Azure Networking – VNet Peering, UDR, NSG, Load Balancers (Standard/Private), ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, and Private Endpoints.

  • Proficient with Azure Security Services – Firewall, Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, WAF, Conditional Access.

  • Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Routing & Switching, and SD-WAN technologies.

  • Experience with IAM and Azure AD/Entra ID integration.

  • Knowledge of security governance frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, and CIS Benchmarks.

  • Scripting experience (PowerShell, Python) for automation is an advantage.

  • Preferred Certifications: AZ-700, AZ-500, SC-200, SC-300.

Skills: azure application gateway (waf),azure firewall,vnets,azure,azure load balancer,microsoft sentinel (siem),nsgs


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