Network Engineer

Our client, a leading airline company, is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, automate, and support large-scale enterprise network infrastructure. This role is W-2 only.

About the role

This position will focus heavily on Fortinet firewalls, network automation, and Microsoft Azure Networking, while also providing technical guidance, supporting network operations, and leading network projects. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in production environments, developing detailed network designs, and participating in after-hours change windows and on-call support.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain network device configuration scripts and supporting change documentation to meet project goals and deadlines
• Implement network infrastructure changes during scheduled change windows, including after-hours maintenance
• Review network engineering and change documentation prepared by other engineers and provide technical feedback
• Develop processes to test network applications and devices before production deployment, evaluate performance, and recommend optimization steps
• Provide Tier 2 technical support to the network operations team and participate in an on-call escalation rotation
• Translate business and technical requirements into actionable network solutions and deliverables
• Lead small- to medium-sized internal data network projects from design through implementation
• Create detailed physical and logical network designs for complex enterprise environments
• Serve as a technical resource and provide guidance on data, voice, mobile, and network technologies to help teams develop effective solutions
• Apply network automation and scripting to improve infrastructure deployment, configuration, and operational efficiency
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, assess technical risks, and deliver reliable production network solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience/training
• 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and implementing large-scale network solutions in production environments
• Strong experience as a Senior Network Engineer working with Fortinet Firewalls
• Hands-on network infrastructure automation and scripting experience
• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure Networking
• Experience with enterprise network design, implementation, troubleshooting, and production support
• Ability to develop network configuration scripts and technical/change documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, Technology, or a related technical field
• Experience with routing and switching
• Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls
• Airline industry experience
• Experience with complex enterprise network architectures and large-scale infrastructure projects

Work Environment

Location: Fort Worth, TX
Hybrid
Duration: 4 months

Pay

The approximate pay range for this position is between $34.00 and $48.00 per hour. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K offered