Network Engineer Job at Insight Global in Houston
Insight Global, Houston, TX, United States
Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to support a large-scale switch and wireless refresh project across North America. This role is hyper‑focused 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.
Responsibilities
Review and validate network designs and drafts to ensure alignment with published standards and translate them into build materials and bills of materials (BOMs)
Stage and configure Cisco switches in the Houston office using existing configurations and approved design standards
Unbox, stage, configure, label, and repackage switches for shipment to remote sites (typically supporting 2–3 sites per week)
Coordinate closely with the Project Manager, onsite rack-and-stack resources, and other technical team members to execute refresh activities
Lead switch refresh implementations during scheduled maintenance windows (primarily Saturdays and Sundays), including:
Removing legacy switches
Installing and repatching new switches
Performing post-install validation and testing
Troubleshoot connectivity or configuration issues during and after implementations, escalating to vendors or internal teams as needed
Work with AT&T and other partners for access point deployments and wireless-related activities
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 HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco switching (configuration, staging, refresh, and troubleshooting)
Hands-on experience with Aruba wireless solutions
Proven experience supporting switch refresh or large-scale network refresh projects
Ability to review, interpret, and validate network designs and drafts
Experience building bills of materials (BOMs) and translating designs into deployable solutions
Comfortable working in a data center / wiring closet environment (rack, stack, repatching, validation)
Experience coordinating with Project Managers, onsite field resources, and external vendors (e.g., AT&T)
Strong troubleshooting skills during live cutovers and maintenance windows
Willingness and ability to work weekends and be onsite in Houston as required
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and capable of technically driving refresh activities end to end
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We are seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to support a large-scale switch and wireless refresh project across North America. This role is hyper‑focused 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.
Responsibilities
Review and validate network designs and drafts to ensure alignment with published standards and translate them into build materials and bills of materials (BOMs)
Stage and configure Cisco switches in the Houston office using existing configurations and approved design standards
Unbox, stage, configure, label, and repackage switches for shipment to remote sites (typically supporting 2–3 sites per week)
Coordinate closely with the Project Manager, onsite rack-and-stack resources, and other technical team members to execute refresh activities
Lead switch refresh implementations during scheduled maintenance windows (primarily Saturdays and Sundays), including:
Removing legacy switches
Installing and repatching new switches
Performing post-install validation and testing
Troubleshoot connectivity or configuration issues during and after implementations, escalating to vendors or internal teams as needed
Work with AT&T and other partners for access point deployments and wireless-related activities
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 HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco switching (configuration, staging, refresh, and troubleshooting)
Hands-on experience with Aruba wireless solutions
Proven experience supporting switch refresh or large-scale network refresh projects
Ability to review, interpret, and validate network designs and drafts
Experience building bills of materials (BOMs) and translating designs into deployable solutions
Comfortable working in a data center / wiring closet environment (rack, stack, repatching, validation)
Experience coordinating with Project Managers, onsite field resources, and external vendors (e.g., AT&T)
Strong troubleshooting skills during live cutovers and maintenance windows
Willingness and ability to work weekends and be onsite in Houston as required
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and capable of technically driving refresh activities end to end
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