Network Engineer - Level 1

Insight Global; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Network Engineer – Level 1 to support a multi-site network environment, assisting in planning, design, implementation, and day-to-day operation of local and wide area networks. This role emphasizes high availability, performance, and security.

You will work with TCP/IP, routing protocols, firewall/VPN, and NAC solutions, documenting procedures and communicating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years in Network Engineering or related support role.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, OSI model, IP addressing and subnetting.
• Experience with routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).
• Familiarity with firewalls, VPNs, and NAC solutions.
• Ability to document procedures and communicate with stakeholders.
• Certifications such as CCNA, Network+, PCNSE, or Aruba preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, design, implementation, and day-to-day operation of networks.
• Support high availability, performance, and security of network services.
• Troubleshoot network issues using packet captures, ping, traceroute, SNMP and logs.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance capabilities.

Skills

Networking experience

TCP/IP

Routing protocols

Security & VPNs

Troubleshooting

AAA 802.1X

Documentation

Communication

Cisco routing

Palo Alto NGFW

Aruba ClearPass

CCNA/Network+

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Cisco IOS

Palo Alto NGFW

Aruba ClearPass

Job description

Job Description

The Network Engineer – Level 1 supports a multi-site network environment, assisting in the planning, design, implementation, and day-to-day operation of local and wide area networks. This role provides technical support to ensure high availability, performance, and security of network services, and may assist in evaluating and recommending new technologies to enhance current capabilities.

Skills and Requirements

• 2+ years of Network Engineering or Network Infrastructure support experience
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, IP addressing, and subnetting
• Working knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)
• Familiarity with network security, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless technologies
• Experience troubleshooting network issues using tools such as packet captures, ping, traceroute, SNMP, and log analysis
• Understanding of authentication and access control technologies (RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain technical documentation and follow established procedures
• Effective communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with Cisco routing and switching
• Experience with Palo Alto NGFWs
• Experience with Aruba ClearPass or other NAC solutions
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, Network+, PCNSE, or Aruba certifications (preferred, not required)

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 employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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 the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].