Network Engineer

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown is seeking a Network Engineer to join our growing team in Plano, TX ! Overview 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. Responsibilities 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 Licenses & Certifications 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 Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. The Power To Be Yourself As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”. #J-18808-Ljbffr