Network Engineer

Insight Global; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Network Engineer for our New York team. The role focuses on implementing and supporting our network infrastructure using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies, with a strong emphasis on routing protocols, security, and performance optimization.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of relevant experience, strong diagnostic and collaboration skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality network services to users and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or related field (preferred).
• 7+ years’ experience with configuration and support for network infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Cisco technologies and Palo Alto.
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis.
• Certifications in Cisco or Palo Alto are a strong plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support network infrastructure.
• Assist network architect in configuration and monitoring.
• Develop and document network policies and standards.
• Monitor performance and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with IT staff to ensure smooth operation.
• Research and evaluate new network technologies.
• Troubleshoot problems reported by users.
• Promote ideas and make sound technical decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cisco networking

Palo Alto

Network security

Routing protocols

Troubleshooting

Wireless access points

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or related field

Tools

Palo Alto firewalls

Cisco routers

Monitoring tools

Job description

Location: New York, NY- 5x/week onsite (Manhattan's East Side)

MUST HAVES:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or related field – preferred.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience with configuration and support for network infrastructure.
• High proficiency with CISCO technologies and Palo Alto!
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure, network hardware, protocols and standards.
• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches.
• Expertise with Palo Alto Firewalls and Cisco routers, routing protocols, monitoring tools.
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Great communication and personality skills!
• Certifications in Cisco, Palo Alto, or other network technologies are a significant advantage. Candidates should have a passion for leveraging technology to optimize network performance and deliver superior service to customers and end-users.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and support network infrastructure for the company.
• Assist network architect in configuration and monitoring of infrastructure.
• Develop and document network policies, procedures, and standards.
• Monitor network performance, identify, and resolve issues.
• Modify and enhance existing network equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems reported by customers and end-users.
• Collaborate with other IT staff to assure smooth operation of network infrastructure.
• Research and evaluate new network technologies and products.
• Promote new ideas and make sound technical decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Description

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least 6+ years of relevant experience, proficiency with Cisco and Palo Alto networking technologies, routing protocols, security, and other network technologies. The Network Engineer will be responsible for implementing and supporting our current infrastructure.