Network Engineer

As a Network Engineer at Brown & Brown, your primary responsibilities include planning, designing, and optimizing the network infrastructure, as well as overseeing the implementation and maintenance of computer networks supporting voice, data, video, and wireless services. You will also be tasked with creating detailed documentation and execution plans, managing security policies, provisioning firewall rules, and ensuring the health of all network hardware and software.

To qualify as a Network Engineer at Brown & Brown, you should have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Additionally, at least five years of experience in network engineering or operations, alongside experience with VoIP, IPSEC VPNs, and firewall technologies, is preferred.

Yes, occasional travel of up to 25% may be required for the Network Engineer position at Brown & Brown. Being flexible with travel helps facilitate on-site tasks and collaborative projects when necessary.

As a Network Engineer at Brown & Brown, you will work with a variety of technologies covering both telecommunications and data communications. This includes VoIP, IPSEC VPNs, firewall technologies, and various network infrastructure tools that support our comprehensive services.

Brown & Brown offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision health coverage, financial benefits such as 401k and student loan assistance, as well as mental health and wellness services. We focus on the total well-being of our teammates, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Absolutely! When answering this question, share specific examples of previous projects where you were involved in designing and implementing networks. Discuss the systems you used, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them to ensure the network met user requirements and industry standards.

In addressing this question, highlight your systematic approach to troubleshooting. Explain how you use tools to monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and analyze logs. Share a specific challenge you faced and detail how you diagnosed and resolved the issue effectively.

Discuss your hands-on experience with configuring and managing firewall technologies. Talk about the types of firewalls you've worked with, how you implemented security policies, and any relevant certifications that validate your expertise.

Certainly! VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol and allows for voice communications to be conducted over the internet. In your response, clarify how VoIP differs from traditional telephony, and mention your experience with VoIP systems to show your familiarity with the technology.

When discussing network security strategies, focus on the best practices you follow, such as regularly updating software, using strong access controls, and monitoring for unusual activity. Provide specific examples of how you've implemented security measures to protect networks in your past roles.

Identify various resources you utilize to keep informed about networking trends, such as industry blogs, forums, webinars, and professional associations. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and how it enhances your skills and contributions.

Talk about the specific network monitoring tools you've used in your previous roles, like SolarWinds, Nagios, or PRTG. Share how you utilized these tools to monitor traffic, conduct analysis, and gather metrics to inform performance improvements.

Explain your experience with DNS management by detailing how you've handled DNS configurations, record changes, and troubleshooting DNS-related issues. Mention any related tasks you've managed, such as DNS migrations or updates.

Illustrate your prioritization process by discussing how you assess task urgency and importance, possibly using techniques like the Eisenhower Matrix. Provide scenarios where you successfully managed multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Reflect on Brown & Brown's values and culture, focusing on how they resonate with your career goals. Share what excites you about the opportunity to contribute to their mission and how you envision growing your skills and impacting the team.