Cloud Network Architect

  • Ecs Resource Group Ltd
  • City, London
  • 11/05/2026
Contractor Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

Cloud Network Architect
Initial 3-month Contract
Fully Remote
650 - 700 Inside IR35

We are working with a global IT Services Provider seeking an experienced Cloud Network Architect to support the migration from FortiGate to Azure Firewall within a complex enterprise environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design and migration from FortiGate to Azure Firewall
  • Assess existing Azure Landing Zones and hybrid network architecture
  • Design secure and scalable Azure networking solutions
  • Manage routing design across Azure Firewall, VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute
  • Perform firewall ruleset and feature parity analysis
  • Identify risks, gaps and mitigation strategies throughout the migration
  • Provide technical governance and architectural oversight across delivery teams
  • Work closely with customer stakeholders, engineers and third-party partners

Requirements:
  • Proven experience migrating Azure FortiGate to Azure Firewall
  • Strong experience with Azure Networking & Security Architecture
  • Hands-on experience with Azure Firewall
  • Experience with Azure Firewall Manager, UDR routing and hybrid connectivity
  • Strong understanding of BGP, routing and network security principles

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.