Secret Network Architect

Insight Global; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer/Team Lead in Massachusetts to design, deploy, and sustain AF-compliant network solutions. You will manage a large converged enterprise network, perform upgrades, and handle Tier 3 escalations with vendors and SMEs.

The role requires DoD 8570 IAT II certification, 8+ years of experience, and strong Cisco/Juniper proficiency across routing, switching, QoS, and VoIP. A CCNA/CCNP and Windows/Linux administration are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 8+ years Network Engineer/Team Lead experience
• DoD 8570 IAT II – Security+
• Hands-on with Cisco/Juniper routers & switches
• Strong experience with OSPF, VRF, VLAN, QoS, STP, 802.1X, ACLs, IPsec
• Advanced Layer 2/3 troubleshooting, including VoIP
• Experience supporting large, highly available networks (5,000+ users)
• Tools: DHCP, Cisco ISE, Orion NPM/NCM, Wireshark
• Network operations escalation, upgrades, AAA, SNMPv3, Syslog
• Strong documentation, DoD compliance, Visio diagrams
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills
• Flexible hours; CCNA or CCNP
• Windows/Linux administration experience
• Taclanes, voice platforms
• Windows Server 2012/2016, IIS
• Structured cabling knowledge (fiber, CAT5e/6)

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot AF-compliant network solutions.
• Support and maintain a converged gigabit Ethernet enterprise network (classified and unclassified).
• Perform network design, integration, upgrades, and daily operations (routers, switches, IPAM, NMS, Remedy tickets).
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and Tier 3 escalation, including coordination with vendors and SMEs.
• Support voice and data network services in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.
• Ensure networks meet DoD, AF, and DISA compliance requirements.
• Participate in lifecycle planning, capacity planning, performance optimization, and security hardening.
• Interface with vendors for hardware/software upgrades, warranty claims, and technology refreshes.
• Research complex issues and develop effective technical solutions.
• Provide 24/7 emergency and operational support as required by contract.

Skills

Network Engineer

DoD 8570 IAT II

Cisco/Juniper

Routing Protocols

VoIP

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

DHCP

Cisco ISE

Orion NPM/NCM

Wireshark

Job description

Job Description

Design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot AF‑compliant network solutions supporting 66 ABG/SC Core Services

Support and maintain a converged Gigabit Ethernet enterprise network (classified and unclassified)

Perform network design, integration, upgrades, and daily operations (routers, switches, IPAM, NMS, Remedy tickets)

Provide advanced troubleshooting and Tier 3 escalation, including coordination with vendors and SMEs

Support voice and data network services in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments

Ensure networks meet DoD, AF, and DISA compliance requirements

Participate in lifecycle planning, capacity planning, performance optimization, and security hardening

Interface with vendors for hardware/software upgrades, warranty claims, and technology refreshes

Research complex issues and develop effective technical solutions

Provide 24/7 emergency and operational support as required by contract

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Skills and Requirements

8+ years Network Engineer / Team Lead experience (degree or equivalent experience)

DoD 8570 IAT II – Security+ (current)

Hands‑on expertise with Cisco/Juniper routers & switches

Strong experience with OSPF, VRF, VLAN, QoS, STP, 802.1X, ACLs, IPsec, stacking

Advanced Layer 2/3 troubleshooting, including VoIP

Experience supporting large, highly available networks (5,000+ users)

Tools: DHCP, Cisco ISE, Orion NPM/NCM, Wireshark

Network operations escalation, upgrades, AAA, SNMPv3, Syslog

Strong documentation, DoD compliance, and Visio network diagrams

Strong communication, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills

Flexible hours; able to lift 50+ lbs CCNA or CCNP

Windows/Linux administration experience

Taclanes, voice platforms

Windows Server 2012/2016, IIS

Structured cabling knowledge (fiber, CAT5e/6)