Senior Broadcast Network Engineer

Senior Level experience as a network architect with a focus on live broadcast environments.

• Salary: $130,000 - $140,000 per year

• Architect & innovate:
  Design and implement robust Spine‑Leaf network architectures and VLAN/VRF segmentation strategies to isolate, secure, and prioritize mission‑critical broadcast traffic.
• Security orchestration:
  Own and harden the network perimeter using Fortinet firewalls and Crowd Strike Identity Protection, enforcing a zero‑trust security posture across all production assets.
• Broadcast fabric management:
  Lead the configuration, optimization, and maintenance of Juniper SRX/EX and Arista switching environments, ensuring high‑throughput video delivery and precise PTP synchronization.
• Deployment & physical execution:
  Design, build, and deploy complex network environments—from rack elevation and structured cabling to the logical configuration of VPNs, QoS policies, and load balancers.
• Strategic troubleshooting:
  Serve as the Tier‑3 escalation point for advanced network incidents, leveraging deep packet inspection, traffic analysis, and forensic diagnostics to maximize uptime.
• Future‑proof documentation:
  Develop and maintain best‑in‑class technical documentation and SOPs to support scalability and long‑term global infrastructure operations.
• Collaborative leadership:
  Partner closely with RF and Studio Engineering teams to troubleshoot SRT/RTMP transport paths and automate live and on‑demand streaming workflows.

We are seeking a seasoned network professional fluent in both Enterprise IT and Live Broadcast environments.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience:
  
  7–10+ years of senior‑level experience supporting high‑availability environments (broadcast or telecom experience strongly preferred).
• Core Technology Expertise:
• Expert‑level experience with Fortinet firewall administration
• Deep hands‑on knowledge of Juniper SRX/EX platforms and Junos OS
• Strong experience with Arista, Brocade, and Dell switching environments
• Systems Knowledge:
  Advanced understanding of VMware, Active Directory, and Windows Server (2019/2022).
• Cloud Fluency:
  Experience integrating Azure and Office 365 within hybrid‑cloud architectures.
• Certifications:
  
  JNCIP, CCNP, or CCNA preferred.

• Ability to sit at a workstation or walk for extended periods.
• Normal range of vision and hearing required.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds or more.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including during live productions and events.

We are a global, faith‑based Christian media ministry headquartered in Bedford, Texas, dedicated to sharing the Gospel 24/7 through television, digital platforms, and emerging technologies. Our organization operates a highly advanced technical environment that supports live production, global content distribution, and mission‑critical infrastructure. Every role contributes to delivering excellence in service of a greater mission.

• Purpose‑Driven Work:
  Use your skills to support content that reaches and impacts millions worldwide.
• Advanced Technical Environment:
  Work hands‑on with enterprise‑grade infrastructure and broadcast‑critical systems.
• Stability & Long‑Term Vision:
  Be part of an organization with a clear mission, strong values, and a commitment to sustainability and growth.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Partner closely with engineering, broadcast, and production teams in a fast‑paced, mission‑aligned environment.
• Meaningful Impact:
  Your work helps keep live broadcasts secure, resilient, and running at a global scale.