Duration: 6 months contract with potential conversion to permanent role.

Based in Melbourne CBD. Hybrid working model.

Offering up to $680/day + Super.

Your new role The Azure Network Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and supporting Azure networking services for a cloud migration program. The role works closely with the Azure Cloud Architect and AKS Specialist to deliver a secure, scalable, resilient, and cost-effective Azure network environment, ensuring connectivity across Azure, on-premises infrastructure, third-party services, and Kubernetes platforms.

In this role, you will:

- Design, implement, and support Azure networking solutions including VNets, Subnets, NSGs, Route Tables, and Azure Firewall.
- Configure and manage hybrid connectivity using ExpressRoute, Site-to-Site VPN, and Point-to-Site VPN.
- Design and maintain secure network architectures to support cloud services and applications.
- Support and troubleshoot networking within Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments.
- Manage routing, traffic flow, DNS services, load balancing, and network segmentation.
- Implement and maintain Azure network security controls, private endpoints, and firewall policies.
- Support cloud migration projects, including planning, testing, cutovers, and post-migration validation.
- Monitor network performance, availability, and security incidents, ensuring high levels of reliability.
- Automate network deployments and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
- Produce and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
- Collaborate with cloud architects, security teams, infrastructure teams, and external vendors.





Skills & Experience Required

- Strong experience with Azure Networking services including VNet, NSG, Azure Firewall, Load Balancer, Application Gateway, and DNS.
- Hands-on experience with ExpressRoute, VPN technologies, and hybrid cloud networking.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, subnetting, BGP, and network troubleshooting.
- Experience supporting and troubleshooting AKS networking and Azure CNI environments.
- Knowledge of network security principles, firewall management, private endpoints, and certificate management.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and/or Bicep.
- Proficiency with Azure CLI, PowerShell, and Git-based source control.
- Experience delivering Azure cloud migration and transformation projects.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in large enterprise or complex cloud environments.

Mandatory Requirements

- Azure Networking (VNet, NSG, Azure Firewall, DNS).
- ExpressRoute and/or VPN connectivity experience.
- AKS networking experience.
- BGP and routing expertise.
- Terraform and/or Bicep.
- Azure CLI and PowerShell.
- Azure cloud migration experience.
- Strong network security and troubleshooting experience.

What you'll get in return

- A stable and long-term opportunity
- Working in an organisation where they develop and grow careers.
- Versatile working arrangements, including 3 day per week in the office.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role or know of someone that may be, please click ‘Apply Now’ or forward an updated CV to [email protected]

📌 Azure Network Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 Hays
📍 Melbourne