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Insight Global
Principal Network Architect
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What they do
A Network Engineer or Architect designs and builds computer network systems, including software and hardware. Runs program and system tests, solves technical problems and maintains the network system. Designs and analyzes computer network models.
$132,604 / year median in Virginia
-14% projected decline
Job Description
Job Description Insight Global is seeking a Senior Network Specialist for a large enterprise client supporting a major ongoing network initiatives. This role blends deep technical hands-on engineering with high-level network architecture and design responsibilities. The ideal candidate is a seasoned routing and switching expert with extensive data center experience, capable of designing, diagramming, and implementing complex network solutions. This individual will work closely with a team of senior architects in data center environments. This position can pay $70-$80hr based on experience. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements- 15+ years of advanced routing & switching experience.
- Strong data center networking background leveraging Nexus Dashboard, ACI, VXLAN.
- Understanding of protocols including MPLS and various dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
- Architect-level design experience with hands-on implementation abilities.
- Architect-level design & diagramming expertise.
- Experience transitioning from legacy routing technologies to modern/advanced architectures.
- Hands on SD-WAN implementation, desigh and deployment.
- Understanding of firewall rules and security policy processes.
- Network automation using Ainsible and other like tools (Terraform, APIs).
- Proven support of multi-cloud environments including Azure, AWS.
- Experience supporting pre-hardware design and pre-go-live planning
Benefits
- Dental Insurance