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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** WGBH - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $76,780.0 - $99,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Macintosh Computers, Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco IOS, Cloud Computing, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Networking Hardware, IP Addressing, Internet Protocol, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Layer, NetFlow, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Service, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Remote Access Technology, Simple Network Management Protocols, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Transport Layer Security, Network Access Control, Cloud Platform System, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Network Support, Fortinet, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://publicmedia.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/WGBH_Careers/job/Boston/Network-Engineer_R003348 ## About the Role * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to independently diagnose and resolve network issues. * Solid written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Strong understanding of: + IP addressing and subnetting + VLANs, Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking + 802.1X Network Access Control + TCP/IP networking fundamentals * Experience with: + DNS, DHCP, SNMP, RADIUS, NetFlow + Routing protocols including BGP and OSPF + Network monitoring and performance analysis tools + ACLs, QoS, route filtering, and traffic management * Familiarity with wireless networking, troubleshooting, and administration. * Knowledge of VPN technologies including IPSec and SSL VPNs. * Experience supporting fiber and copper network infrastructure. * Familiarity with Arista, Cisco, and/or Fortinet networking platforms. * Experience with CloudVision, FortiManager, or similar network management platforms is preferred. * Exposure to network automation, scripting, or zero-touch provisioning is a plus. * Familiarity with broadcast video or audio-over-IP environments is desirable., * Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience required. * Four (4) to seven (7) years of network engineering or network administration experience. * Experience supporting enterprise-grade Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking in a multi-site environment. * Experience configuring and troubleshooting routing, switching, wireless, and security technologies. * Experience supporting cloud-connected networking environments, including AWS, is preferred. * Demonstrated ability to independently manage technical projects and drive issues to resolution. * CCNA, ACMP, NSE, or equivalent vendor certification preferred. * Progress toward CCNP, ACSP, or equivalent advanced certification is a plus. ## Description The Network Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of GBH's enterprise network infrastructure. The primary focus of this role is ensuring that network services remain reliable, secure, and performant across GBH's corporate, broadcast, and cloud environments. GBH operates a mixed technology environment including Macintosh, Windows, Linux, Cisco IOS, and broadcast-specific systems. Our network infrastructure is primarily built on Arista networking platforms with Fortinet and Cisco technologies supporting various enterprise and broadcast functions. This role combines operational excellence, troubleshooting, project implementation, and collaboration with colleagues across Information Technology, Broadcast Engineering, and Production Operations., * Maintain the availability, performance, and security of GBH's wired, wireless, WAN, VPN, and cloud-connected network infrastructure. * Monitor network health, performance metrics, and alerting systems; proactively identify and remediate issues before they impact operations. * Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents, serving as a technical resource for infrastructure-related issues. * Manage and prioritize network support requests and ticket queues while working closely with end users, broadcast engineers, software developers, and other technology teams. * Install, configure, test, and support network hardware including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure. * Implement network changes and upgrades following established change management practices. * Support broadcast audio, video, and media-over-IP networking systems. * Contribute to network design reviews and deployment planning for new services and infrastructure upgrades. * Create and maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures. * Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts following network incidents. * Assist with network automation, monitoring, and operational efficiency initiatives. * Participate in on-call rotation and provide support for critical incidents during evenings, weekends, or holidays when necessary. ## 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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [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) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [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)