Network Engineer
Apple
IT
Austin, TX, USA
Posted on Apr 5, 2026
Apple’s Global Security team is looking for a talented network engineer. Our team is responsible for the design, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of a global network to support Apple’s physical security infrastructure. This includes high-availability networking, data center infrastructure, Security Operations Centers, and radio-over-IP on a 24x7x265 basis. You should possess an excellent conceptual understanding and working knowledge of TCP/IP, switching, basic routing and all aspects of troubleshooting.
The ideal candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, operate gracefully under stress, handle multiple assignments in parallel, and be self driven to be effective in an environment with little overhead. The candidate also needs to show initiative, ability to take ownership of a problem area, and demonstrate an ability to understand the role of the group's technology in the larger context of the business environment. The position has cross-functional aspects and you will need to show excellent interpersonal and communication skills working with other IT business units and vendors. This position requires occasional domestic and international travel.
- 5+ years configuring TCP/IP networks for host devices
- Excellent layer 1 through 3 troubleshooting skills
- Packet analysis using tools like tcpdump and Wireshark
- Thorough understanding of VLANs, STP, VTP and basic layer 3 routing
- Ability to diagnose host-based issues using tools like nmap
- BS degree preferred
- Cisco CCNA cerification
- Experience with hardware load balancing
- Experience with network automation (ZTP, Python)
- Experience with IOS, IOS-XE and NX-OS devices
- Experience monitoring and managing of OpManager, Splunk, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
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