Broadcast Studio Network Engineer & Systems Administrator

Red Carrot; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Healthcare coverage

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Red Carrot in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain the network infrastructure that supports live broadcasts, video production, and post-production workflows. You will integrate network solutions with broadcast equipment, manage IP-based streaming and cloud services, and lead security, troubleshooting, and staff training.

On-site role with some evening/weekend flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on broadcast or media environments.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs) and hardware (Cisco, Juniper, etc.).
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools, firewall management, and wireless network technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud-based video services (e.g., AWS Media Services, Azure Media Services) and subscription management platforms.
• Experience in managing network accounts, subscriptions, and digital content for monitors and kiosks.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure in live broadcast environments.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure for a broadcast studio.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of network systems for live broadcasts.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize configurations to reduce latency.
• Collaborate with broadcast engineers to integrate network solutions with equipment.
• Support IP video streaming, multicast, and cloud-based video technologies.
• Manage subscriptions, licenses, and cloud services for broadcast operations.
• Coordinate with vendors and provide staff training on network topics.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and SOPs.
• Lead network-related projects and evaluate new technologies.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

VLANs

VPNs

Wireless

Tools

Cisco equipment

Juniper equipment

Network monitoring tools

Firewall management

AWS Media Services

Azure Media Services

Job description

Red Carrot in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain the network infrastructure that supports live broadcasts, video production, and post-production workflows. You will integrate network solutions with broadcast equipment, manage IP-based streaming and cloud services, and lead security, troubleshooting, and staff training.

On-site role with some evening/weekend flexibility.