Networking Architect - Route / Switch / Security

Insight; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Work from abroad up to 30 days per yr

Job summary

Insight is seeking an Architect II to lead strategy, design, governance, and technical leadership of enterprise networking, security, data center, and cloud infrastructure initiatives.

You will develop target-state architectures, define strategic roadmaps, evaluate emerging technologies, and guide infrastructure modernization, ensuring secure, scalable, and business-aligned solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in enterprise networking, cloud infrastructure, and security architecture.
• Strong expertise with Cisco, Aruba, Palo Alto, and Fortinet platforms.
• Experience designing and supporting large-scale enterprise WAN, LAN, and SD-WAN environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise network, cloud, and infrastructure architecture standards.
• Define target-state architectures and strategic technology roadmaps.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that align with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership for infrastructure modernization initiatives.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Cloud infrastructure

Security architecture

Cisco

Aruba

Palo Alto

Fortinet

WAN/LAN/SD-WAN design

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Job description

Architect II

This is a hybrid opportunity.

Insight at a Glance

• 14,000+ engaged teammates globally
• $8.2 billion in revenue in 2025
• Certified as a Great Place to work in 9 Countries in 2025
• Fortune 500 Company (No. 447) in 2025
• Received 25+ industry and partner awards in the past year
• $1.4M+ total charitable contributions in 2024 by Insight globally

Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organizations through complex digital decisions.

About the role

As an Architect II, you will be responsible for the strategy, design, governance, and technical leadership of enterprise networking, security, data center, and cloud infrastructure solutions. We will count on you to provide architectural oversight for large-scale infrastructure initiatives, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned with business objectives. Along the way, you will get to:

• Develop and maintain enterprise network, cloud, and infrastructure architecture standards.
• Define target-state architectures and strategic technology roadmaps.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that align with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership for infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Be AmbITious: This opportunity is not just about what you do today but also about where you can go tomorrow. When you bring your hunger, heart, and harmony to Insight, your potential will be met with continuous opportunities to upskill, earn promotions, and elevate your career.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in enterprise networking, cloud infrastructure, and security architecture.
• Strong expertise with Cisco, Aruba, Palo Alto, and Fortinet platforms.
• Experience designing and supporting large-scale enterprise WAN, LAN, and SD-WAN environments.

What you can expect

We’re legendary for taking care of you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. We want you to enjoy a full, meaningful life and own your career at Insight. Some of our benefits include:

• Freedom to work from another location—even an international destination for up to 30 consecutive calendar days per year.

But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.

Equal Opportunity

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.

At Insight, we celebrate diversity of skills and experience so even if you don’t feel like your skills are a perfect match - we still want to hear from you!