Network Engineer

Azure Network Engineer Location: Remote (UK-based) Employment Type: Permanent or 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Security Clearance: Active Enhanced SC (eSC) clearance required to be considered About Amber Labs Amber Labs is a cutting-edge UK technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to deliver exceptional value for our clients. We work on some of the most exciting and secure programmes across government and enterprise, leveraging modern cloud-native technologies and agile ways of working. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Azure Network Engineer to design, implement, and secure cloud networking solutions within highly regulated environments.

You will play a key role in delivering robust, secure, and scalable Azure networking architectures aligned with strict security and governance standards. Key Responsibilities Design and implement Azure virtual networks, subnetting strategies, and routing architectures Configure and maintain secure hybrid connectivity using VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute Implement secure application networking through NSGs, ASGs, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Azure Firewall, Firewall Policies, and Private Endpoints Support secure environment readiness for penetration testing (PEN testing) and IT Health Checks (ITHC) Deploy and manage infrastructure using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code) Troubleshoot and resolve networking issues including routing, DNS, connectivity, and firewall configurations Produce high-quality network diagrams, architecture documentation, standards, and operational runbooks Core Skills & Experience Strong experience with Azure Networking (VNets, Subnets, Routing) Hands-on expertise with VPN Gateway and/or ExpressRoute Experience configuring and managing Azure Firewall Knowledge of NSGs, ASGs, WAF, and Private Endpoints Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure deployment Experience with hybrid networking and secure cloud networking patterns What’s On Offer Opportunity to shape governance in a modern, product-led organisation Flexible working: remote-first with ad hoc travel Choice of permanent or 12-month FTC High-visibility role working with senior stakeholders What we offer 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, so you can actually switch off Private medical insurance with Bupa Remote-first working with a base at Liverpool Street when you want it A personal training budget to invest in your growth, however that looks for you Perkbox, giving you access to hundreds of perks and discounts across eating out, shopping, wellness, entertainment and more EV scheme after one year of service, supporting you in making the switch to electric Regular team socials with a group of people who genuinely enjoy working together Employer pension contributions And most importantly, the chance to be part of something from the ground up. Amber Labs is growing fast and the people joining now will shape what this business becomes Why Join Amber Labs?

At Amber Labs, you’ll be part of a collaborative consultancy delivering impactful digital solutions across the public sector. We focus on building long-term capability, maintaining high engineering standards, and creating meaningful outcomes for users.