Network Engineer
Insight Global - Houston, TX
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Job Description We are seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to support a large-scale switch and wireless refresh project across North America. This role is hyperu2011focused on Cisco switching and Aruba wireless, with responsibilities spanning design review, staging/configuration, and weekend implementations. The engineer will work closely with a Project Manager, local rack-and-stack resources, and vendors (including AT&T) to technically lead switch refresh activities from end to end. Key Responsibilities: u2022 Review and validate network designs and drafts to ensure alignment with published standards and translate them into build materials and bills of materials (BOMs) u2022 Stage and configure Cisco switches in the Houston office using existing configurations and approved design standards u2022 Unbox, stage, configure, label, and repackage switches for shipment to remote sites (typically supporting 2u20133 sites per week) u2022 Coordinate closely with the Project Manager, onsite rack-and-stack resources, and other technical team members to execute refresh activities u2022 Lead switch refresh implementations during scheduled maintenance windows (primarily Saturdays and Sundays), including: u2003u2022 Removing legacy switches u2003u2022 Installing and repatching new switches u2003u2022 Performing post-install validation and testing u2022 Troubleshoot connectivity or configuration issues during and after implementations, escalating to vendors or internal teams as needed u2022 Work with AT&T and other partners for access point deployments and wireless-related activities u2022 Support additional network initiatives as needed, including new construction projects and warehouse expansions, focusing on design and BOM development for switching and wireless infrastructure 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 learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements u2022 Strong hands-on experience with Cisco switching (configuration, staging, refresh, and troubleshooting) u2022 Hands-on experience with Aruba wireless solutions u2022 Proven experience supporting switch refresh or large-scale network refresh projects u2022 Ability to review, interpret, and validate network designs and drafts u2022 Experience building bills of materials (BOMs) and translating designs into deployable solutions u2022 Comfortable working in a data center / wiring closet environment (rack, stack, repatching, validation) u2022 Experience coordinating with Project Managers, onsite field resources, and external vendors (e.g., AT&T) u2022 Strong troubleshooting skills during live cutovers and maintenance windows u2022 Willingness and ability to work weekends and be onsite in Houston as required u2022 Self-directed, detail-oriented, and capable of technically driving refresh activities end to end
Created: 2026-04-04