Networking/DevOps Engineer 2

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 112,810 - 137,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Work From Home Program

On-Site Fitness Facility

Job summary

An insurance group in Plano, Texas, is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer 2 to bridge traditional networking and cloud-native architecture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Infrastructure as Code and Azure networking. Responsibilities include designing Azure network topologies and implementing CI/CD pipelines. Competitive salaries range from $112,810 to $137,640, with various work-life balance perks and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience with Cloud Service Providers.
• Deep technical proficiency in Microsoft Azure network services.
• Proven experience developing reusable Terraform modules.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of Azure network topologies.
• Develop Terraform modules to provision network resources.
• Architect and implement CI/CD pipelines for network infrastructure.

Skills

Development and DevOps experience

Cloud Networking proficiency

Automation Tooling experience

Core Networking understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

Azure

PowerShell

SolarWinds

Job description

Overview

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, we are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer 2 – Networker to join our Infrastructure team. This role serves as a critical link between traditional on-premises networking and modern cloud-native architecture. The ideal candidate is a NetDevOps advocate who prioritizes "Infrastructure as Code" (IaC) and is passionate about transitioning legacy processes into scalable, automated Azure environments.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without requiring, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Azure Network Architecture: Lead the design and management of sophisticated Azure network topologies, including VNETs, Azure Virtual WAN, and Virtual Hubs (vHubs).
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop, version, and maintain Terraform modules to provision corporate network resources, ensuring rigorous consistency across development, staging, and production environments.
• Automation & CI/CD: Architect and implement CI/CD pipelines specifically for network infrastructure to minimize manual intervention, reduce configuration drift, and accelerate deployment cycles.
• Configuration Management: Utilize modern tooling to manage the state of network appliances, ensuring all configurations align with corporate security policies and compliance standards.
• Operations & Optimization: Provide Tier 3 technical escalation support for complex connectivity issues and lead proactive capacity planning for cloud and hybrid traffic flows.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field strongly preferred. A combination of equivalent technical certifications and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Certifications: One or more preferred (or similar, equivalent certification): AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert, Puppet Certified Professional, Docker Certified Associate, Certified Kubernetes Administrator

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Minimum of seven (7) years of a mix of Development and DevOps experience with Cloud Service Providers (Azure preferred), Continual Integration/Continual delivery (CI/CD), logging and monitoring tools.
• Cloud Networking: Deep technical proficiency in Microsoft Azure network services, including Load Balancers, Application Gateways, Private Endpoints, and Network Security Groups (NSGs).
• Automation Tooling: Proven experience developing reusable Terraform modules and managing remote state files in a collaborative team environment.
• Core Networking: Comprehensive understanding of fundamental networking protocols within a hybrid-cloud context.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Network Security: Experience deploying and managing Palo Alto VM-Series firewalls in Azure and physical appliances via Panorama.
• SD-WAN: Proficiency in designing and supporting Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN solutions.
• Unified Communications: Experience managing and maintaining Microsoft Teams Telephony infrastructure.
• Scripting: Competency in PowerShell for task automation and API integrations.
• Monitoring: Hands-on experience with SolarWinds for performance metrics and network health monitoring.
• Security Frameworks: Foundational understanding of Zero Trust architecture and micro-segmentation strategies.
• Wireless Infrastructure: Proficiency with Cisco Meraki Wi-Fi solutions, including cloud-based dashboard management, access point deployment, and RF optimization.
• Network Access & Security: Strong knowledge of 802.1X authentication and Network Access Control (NAC) solutions using Cisco ISE to secure wired and wireless endpoints.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work-Life Balance
• Work From Home Program (up to 2 days per week upon eligibility)
• Modern Office Setting
• On-Site Fitness Facility
• Onsite Parking Provided

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Retirements Savings Match
• Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid Community Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program

$112,810 - $137,640 a year

This pay scale is an estimate of the salary range the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations consistent with applicable law. The actual salary may be above or below the range. The pay scale applies only to this position and only if it is filled in Plano, Texas. The pay scale may be different for other positions or in other locations.

ABOUT US

With more than 50 years in business, Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC), has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing. That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success. Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts.

At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves. Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace—something we truly value. We’ve created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work. Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer-focused, and operating with integrity.