Senior Broadcast Network Engineer

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dawit DemozAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per yearA bit about us:Major American religious television network. It's one of the world's largest faith-based broadcast networks, focusing on evangelism through religious programming and global distribution.Why join us?High-impact ownership – This is not a support role. You'll be the primary technical authority over mission-critical broadcast and production networks supporting live global television distribution.Unique blend of enterprise networking + live broadcast – Opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced IT infrastructure, RF engineering, studio production, and live streaming technologies like SRT/RTMP and PTP synchronization.Cutting-edge tech stack – Hands-on ownership of Fortinet, Juniper, Arista, VMware, hybrid cloud (Azure/O365), zero-trust security, spine-leaf architecture, VLAN/VRF segmentation, and high-throughput video delivery environments.Architect, not just maintain Mission-driven environment Senior-level visibility and collaborationJob DetailsSenior Broadcast Network EngineerWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Broadcast Network Engineer to join a high-availability, mission-critical environment. This is a strategic, hands-on role designed for an experienced network architect who thrives at the intersection of advanced IT infrastructure and live television/broadcast production.Must be a Christian committed to the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.Must be able to pass an extensive background check.Position OverviewThe Senior Broadcast Network Engineer will support and maintain critical broadcast and production network environments, serving as a key technical authority across infrastructure supporting live streaming, video delivery, and production systems.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & Network Design
Design and implement robust Spine-Leaf network architectures and VLAN/VRF segmentation strategies to isolate and protect high-priority traffic.
Security Management

Manage and secure perimeter infrastructure utilizing Fortinet Firewalls and CrowdStrike Identity Protection, maintaining a zero-trust security posture.
Network Infrastructure Management

Configure, optimize, and maintain Juniper SRX/EX and Arista switching environments, prioritizing high-throughput video delivery and PTP (Precision Time Protocol) synchronization.
Deployment & Network Operations

Physically build and deploy network environments, including rack elevations, cable management, and logical configuration of VPNs, QoS, and Load Balancers.
Advanced Troubleshooting

Serve as the Tier-3 escalation point for complex network outages, utilizing deep packet inspection and forensic analysis to maintain maximum uptime.
Documentation & Process Improvement

Create technical documentation and SOPs that support scalability and long-term infrastructure reliability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot SRT/RTMP pathways and support streaming workflow optimization and automation.
Qualifications & ExpertiseEducation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience

7–10+ years of senior-level experience in high-availability environments. Broadcast, live production, media, or telecom experience is highly preferred.
Core Technical Expertise

Expert-level command of Fortinet Firewall Management
Deep expertise in Juniper SRX/EX switching and Junos OS
Strong knowledge of Arista, Brocade, and Dell switching environments
Advanced understanding of VMware, Active Directory, and Windows Server (2019/2022)
Experience with Azure and Office 365 integration within a hybrid-cloud environment
Preferred Certifications

JNCIP, CCNP, or CCNA preferred
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