Senior Network Engineer

AFL

Senior Network Engineer responsible for network infrastructure and support at AFL. Collaborating with stakeholders and maintaining high-performance connectivity across environments.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in network infrastructure management, including Fortinet security solutions, Layer 3 routing, and compliance with security protocols. Proven ability to lead infrastructure projects and maintain high-performance network connectivity.

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Fortinet Security SolutionsLayer 3 NetworkingNetwork Management Best PracticesLAN/WAN/WLAN DesignBilingual in English and Spanish

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Hard Skills

FortiGate FirewallsFortiSwitchFortiAPDynamic RoutingStatic RoutingVLANsSubnettingNetwork ProtocolsRF OptimizationNetwork Monitoring Tools

Soft Skills

CollaborationIncident ResponseProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Network Monitoring ToolsChange Management Protocols

Industry Keywords

Network InfrastructureSecurity ProtocolsDisaster RecoveryBusiness ContinuityCompliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the efficient configuration, deployment, maintenance, security, and availability of the organization’s network infrastructure.
Advanced support for networking hardware, Layer 3 routing, and wireless technologies, with a special emphasis on Fortinet firewalls, switches, and access points.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals, manage risk, ensure compliance, maintain high-performance and secure connectivity across all environments.
Plan and implement hardware, software, and service installations aligned with architectural guidelines and project plans.
Lead or support infrastructure-focused projects from planning through execution.
Draft procedures and installation instructions for analysts and administrators.
Ensure security protocols are integrated into infrastructure planning and execution.
Maintain accurate inventory and configuration documentation of network and system assets.
Monitor and update system software and hardware to maintain compliance and performance.
Apply security and firmware patches following change management protocols.
Maintain and optimize Fortinet-based firewall, switch, and wireless infrastructure.
Manage and troubleshoot Layer 3 routing configurations and performance.
Monitor logs, system performance, and availability across the network.
Respond to and resolve incidents and support escalations (Tier 3).
Define, maintain, and test disaster recovery and business continuity procedures.
Manage network backups

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree or equivalent experience; Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
15+ years of relevant networking experience, with at least 8 years in LAN/WAN/WLAN design and implementation.
Deep technical experience with Fortinet security and networking solutions, including FortiGate firewalls, FortiSwitch, and FortiAP.
Advanced understanding of Layer 3 networking concepts, including dynamic and static routing, VLANs, subnetting, and inter-VLAN routing.
Strong command of network management and security best practices.
Proven ability to work with routing protocols, firewalls, switches, access points, and network monitoring tools.
Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, IEEE 802.11), RF optimization, PoE, and wireless security threats and mitigations.
Ability to work some evening and weekends as needed is required
Ability to travel approximately 25% or less.
Bilingual in English and Spanish

Benefits

Comp & perks

A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
Flexible time off policy
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!