*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at_www.drhorton.com_for more information. *D.R. Horton, Inc.*is currently looking for a *_Network Engineer II_*. The right candidatewill be responsible for managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex network infrastructures. The engineer will collaborate with IT teams to ensure network reliability, implement upgrades, and provide technical support for escalated issues. Additional duties include monitoring network performance, optimizing configurations, and participating in network-related projects. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Maintain computer networks including routers, switches, VPNs and other physical hardware/software * Monitor systems to improve network performance for all systems * Troubleshoot, resolve, and communicate networking issues to other employees and management * Research, install, configure and upgrade network hardware and software * Create firewall rules and update software and data security systems to keep data and communications protected * Implement disaster recovery procedures * Provide on-site support for projects that require on-site installation and support * Design and implement new network solutions and/or improve the efficiency of current networks * Arrange scheduled upgrades * Investigating faults in the network * Update network equipment to the latest firmware releases * Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company * Report on network status to key stakeholders * Improve knowledge and understanding of network and security best practices to offer the best solutions and protection to company systems * Participate in on-call rotation * Ability to travel overnight * Regular and reliable attendance *Education and/or Experience* * 2-4 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, technical support, or similar roles, with demonstrable expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) * Comprehensive understanding of network protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, VPN, routing, switching, and network security. * Experience with enterprise-grade networking hardware and software, such as Cisco, Juniper, HP, or similar platforms, including configuration, maintenance, and firmware updates. * Proven ability to use network monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios) for performance analysis, fault detection, and incident resolution. * Ability to create and maintain detailed documentation, including network diagrams, configuration records, and incident reports. * Strong problem-solving skills with a logical approach to troubleshooting and the capacity to handle urgent, high-impact issues calmly and efficiently. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of expertise. * Demonstrated teamwork and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to collaboration and ongoing professional development. * Relevant certifications strongly preferred, such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network , or equivalent industry credentials. * Willingness to participate in on-call schedules, provide after-hours support as needed, and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Familiarity with current best practices for network security, compliance, and disaster recovery planning. * Ability to sit for majority of an 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision * The noise level is generally moderate * Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license *Preferred Qualifications* * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field from a four-year college or university preferred * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) preferred * Working knowledge regarding Cisco Firewalls preferred * Experience working in the F5 Load Balancer preferred Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: * Medical, Dental and Vision * 401(K) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Flex Spending Accounts * Life & Disability Insurance * Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays * Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits */*Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.** **#WeBuildPeopleToo*/* **Job:** **Information Technology* **Organization:** **Corporate* **Title:** *Network Engineer II* **Location:** *TX-Arlington* **Requisition ID:** *2602358*