Assistant Network Firewall Engineer Jobs in Texas

Aramark is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to support the implementation, maintenance, and operation of network infrastructure across our Field Support Services division. This role is responsible for delivering secure, reliable connectivity for mission-critical consumer technology solutions and operational systems at Aramark's field locations.

The Network Engineer will provide both remote support and hands-on technical expertise in the deployment and troubleshooting of network and network security solutions. This position requires strong analytical and customer service skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal IT teams, client IT organizations, and third-party vendors. Travel target is 25%. This role reports to the Network Manager, Infrastructure Services

• Network Infrastructure Deployment & Support
     Collaborate with internal teams and external clients as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for network infrastructure. 
     Support the deployment and turn-up of Fortinet firewalls, Fortinet switches, and Cisco switching environments.
     Perform remote configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of network infrastructure at field locations
     Assist with network upgrades, expansions, and lifecycle initiatives
  Operations & Incident Management
     Serve as a Level 2 escalation resource for firewall monitoring and network incidents
     Troubleshoot and resolve network outages in collaboration with internal teams, client IT, and service providers
     Manage and prioritize incidents and service requests through established support queues
  Change & Service Management
     Adhere to IT service management practices by documenting incidents, requests, and problems within ServiceNow
     Follow change management procedures when implementing updates or performing maintenance
     Ensure accurate documentation to support reporting and service metrics
  Maintenance & Optimization
     Perform firewall firmware upgrades, policy updates, and device decommissioning
     Support ongoing network health, performance monitoring, and optimization efforts
     Maintain up-to-date documentation of configurations and standard procedures

   Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred
   Minimum of 5 years of experience in information technology, with a focus on network and infrastructure environments
   Experience working in complex, distributed environments supporting POS or customer-facing technologies preferred (hospitality, retail, gaming, or similar industries)
Technical Expertise:
   WAN, LAN, WLAN, IPSec networking
   Firewalls (Fortinet preferred), switches (Cisco), routing technologies
   Network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds)
   Service management platforms (e.g., ServiceNow)
Additional Qualifications:
   Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
   Excellent communication and customer service abilities
   Familiarity with IT service delivery best practices and frameworks
   Certifications such as CCNP, Fortinet NSE, MCSE, or VMware are a plus

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Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.