Architect I - Dedicated

Requisition Number: 105026 

As a Network Architect I, you will serve as a subject matter expert on diverse and challenging client engagements. You will be responsible for the analysis, design, and implementation of Cisco-based and related network technologies across enterprise and data center environments.

Salary: Up to $155,000 with bonus depending on experience

Onsite: Austin, TX

This role is expected to spend approximately 60–70% of time on project work (architecture, design, implementation, consulting) and 30–40% on operational support (escalations, optimizations, and lifecycle maintenance).

Responsibilities

Project / Consulting (60–70%)

· Serve as the subject matter expert for:

o Routing and Switching technologies.

· Familiarity with the following Technologies and products:

o Enterprise SD-WAN Technologies

o Multi-vendor wireless Technologies

o Load Balancing Technologies

o Multi-vendor Telephony Technologies

o Data Center networking and network security solutions

§ Software defined Data Center and Perimter Technologies

§ Multi-vendor Firewall integration into network infrastructure.

· Participate in gathering and documenting customer requirements and developing implementation plans.

· Architect and implement complex infrastructure solutions following industry and Insight best practices, using multi-vendor technologies and solutions.

· Design enterprise network and network security architectures, including:

o Core, distribution, and access layer designs

o WAN and data center network designs

o High availability and multi-layer security

· Assist the sales team by:

o Participating in client-facing sales calls and workshops

o Identifying opportunities and defining solution approaches

o Contributing to proposals, RFP responses, and statements of work (SOWs)

· Lead or contribute to network readiness assessments, including discovery, analysis, and recommendations.

· Mentor and provide technical guidance to other team members; act as a technical lead on engagements when required.

Operations / Support (30–40%)

· Provide Tier 3 / escalation support for complex network and network security issues.

· Troubleshoot and resolve incidents related to routing, switching, wireless, data center, and security infrastructure.

· Perform configuration changes, upgrades, and optimizations across client environments.

· Assist in operational handoff, documentation, and knowledge transfer to client or managed services teams.

· Support ongoing lifecycle management efforts, including capacity planning, performance tuning, and technology refresh initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience in enterprise networks and data center networking.

· Current Cisco CCIE (Routing and Switching or equivalent track).

· 3–5+ years of experience architecting, designing, and implementing advanced network and/or network security solutions after achieving CCIE.

· Previous consulting or professional services experience.

· Strong ability to build relationships with clients, teammates, and technology partners.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical and abstract concepts to both technical and business audiences.

· Demonstrated ability to:

o Multi-task and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

o Execute work in a structured, methodical manner

o Follow through and communicate effectively with stakeholders

· Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-resolution skills.

· Proven history of delivering exceptional customer service and results.

Technical Skills

Core Networking

· Solid understanding of network design and implementation in enterprise and e-commerce environments.

· In-depth knowledge of:

o Routing and switching concepts

o VLANs and IP addressing

o Spanning Tree, EtherChannel, and Layer 2/Layer 3 boundaries

· Strong experience with:

o OSPF, EIGRP, BGP

o HSRP/VRRP, multicast

o Policy-based routing and QoS

o VPN tunnels, WAN optimization, and traffic shaping

Network Services & Tooling

· Solid understanding of network services: TFTP, FTP, DNS, DHCP, NTP, SMTP, Syslog, etc.

· Familiarity with network scanning, analysis tools, and methodologies used for network readiness and health assessments.

Data Center & Advanced Technologies

· Experience with:

o Cisco SD-WAN

o Cisco ACI

o Cisco Nexus (NX-OS) and Catalyst data center switches

o Cisco ASR and Catalyst WAN routers

o F5 BIG-IP LTM and DNS

· Understanding of:

o IPv6, MPLS

o Load balancing and global traffic management

o Storage and collocation facility integration

o Disaster recovery (DR) networking integration

· Design and implementation of high-availability network infrastructures with multi-layer security.

Wireless & Security

· Hands-on experience with:

o Cisco wireless solutions

o Aruba wireless solutions

o Network access control and policy enforcement (e.g., Cisco ISE)

· Understanding of network security principles and their application in enterprise designs.

Additional Experience

· Supporting consulting services sales activities.

· Participating in and presenting during client-facing sales and discovery sessions.

· Developing scope, level of effort, and pricing for complex network solutions.

· Creating proposals, RFP responses, and SOWs with appropriate technical content and estimates.

The position described above provides a summary of some the job duties required and what it would be like to work at Insight. For a comprehensive list of physical demands and work environment for this position, click here.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posting Notes: Remote || Texas (US-TX) || United States (US) || Engineering; IT Infrastructure & Support || None || US - Austin, TX ||