Secret Cisco Network Engineer

Post Date

Jan 29, 2026

Location

Boulder,
Colorado

ZIP/Postal Code

80301
US
Apr 02, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

DEN-950967e3-6802-4e77-9a5f-dddfb65803e5

Pay Rate

$140k - $180k (estimate)

Job Description

An employer in Boulder, CO is looking for a Mid-Senior level Network Engineer to join their growing government services/contract specific team. This person will work closely with a talented team to assist in the design, configuration, testing, implementation and oversight of the computer networks that support our customers mission critical systems. They will be responsible for Installing, configuring and maintaining network devices and infrastructure, as well as monitoring network performance, availability, and system health. They will troubleshoot and resolve escalated infrastructure and network issues, and help to automate tasks and assess effectiveness.

This is a full time, direct placement role posted at $140,000 - $180,000 /year (base salary) based on skill level and tenure. This company offers a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, Flex time, retirement plans, healthcare coverage, and more. This role sits full time in Boulder, CO.

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/.

Required Skills & Experience

Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher

8+ years of network engineering or administration experience

Expertise in data center network design, including spine leaf architecture

CCIE Data Center or CCNP (CCIE strongly preferred)
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and OSI layer troubleshooting

Experience supporting LAN, WAN, firewalls, DNS, VLANs, IP addressing, and VPNs in on premises, cloud, and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure)

Solid understanding of network security, authentication (TACACS, RADIUS), and access controls

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

5+ years of hands on experience with Dell switches, servers, and SAN environments

Security+ certification

5+ years of experience configuring and maintaining NAS and/or SAN systems

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.