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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Brown & Brown, Inc. - **Location:** Plano, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Spanning Tree Protocols, Cloud Computing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Monitoring of Systems, IP Addressing, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Subnetting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Networking Basics, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Segmentation, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Remote Access Technology, Zero Trust Network Access, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Zabbix, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, Cloud Platform System, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Routing & Switching, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco, SSL VPN - **Published:** May 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://bbinsurance.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Plano-TX-USA/Network-Engineer_R26_0000001956-1 ## About the Role * Industry certifications such as Network+, CCNA, CCNP, NSE, PCNSE, or equivalent * Experience with SD-WAN and VPN technologies * Experience supporting Azure and/or AWS cloud networking * Familiarity with network automation and scripting * Experience working in enterprise or managed services environments Skills & Experience to be Successful: * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience * 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure environments * Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including: + Routing (Static Routing, OSPF, BGP) + Switching + Wireless networking + Subnetting and IP addressing + DHCP and DNS + IPSEC, SSL VPN, and ZTNA technologies * Hands-on experience with: + Cisco networking solutions + Meraki platforms + Fortinet firewalls and security appliances + Palo Alto firewalls * Experience with cloud networking concepts and hybrid infrastructure environments * Experience using network monitoring and management tools such as: + SolarWinds + LogicMonitor + NetBox + Zabbix * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment ## Description The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, monitoring, support, and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure across both physical on-premise deployments and cloud environments. This role requires strong technical expertise in routing, switching, wireless networking, security, and network operations, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and support critical business infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical professional with experience managing modern network environments, supporting multi-site connectivity, and maintaining secure, high-performing network operations. How You Will Contribute: * Configure, deploy, monitor, and support enterprise network infrastructure in both on-premise and cloud environments * Manage and maintain LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, VPN, and firewall technologies * Implement and support routing protocols including Static Routing, OSPF, and BGP * Configure and troubleshoot switching technologies (VLANs, spanning tree) and secure wireless networking deployments * Support core network services including DHCP, DNS, IP addressing / subnetting, and network segmentation * Configure and maintain secure remote access solutions including site-to-site IPSEC, SSL VPN and ZTNA technologies * Administer and support network platforms and solutions including Meraki, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Cisco solutions * Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity using enterprise monitoring tools including SolarWinds, LogicMonitor, NetBox, and Zabbix * Perform proactive troubleshooting and root cause analysis for network performance and connectivity issues * Collaborate with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams to support business and technical initiatives * Document network configurations, diagrams, standards, and operational procedures * Participate in network upgrades, migrations, maintenance windows, and disaster recovery activities ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)