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Network Engineer

Post Date

May 06, 2026

Location

Austin,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

78729
US
Jul 24, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

AUS-55b35dd7-f9b2-486f-8c48-cc1c2502e7ef

Pay Rate

$36 - $45 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

An Insight Global client is currently looking for a network engineer to join their IT team. This person will be responsible for:
• Own and support the company’s network infrastructure, partnering with an offshore counterpart based in India
• Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot enterprise network environments, including switches, firewalls, and WAN/LAN components
• Support connectivity with ISPs and ensure reliable internet and network performance across environments
• Configure and support Meraki-based networking solutions
• Diagnose and resolve network performance issues, outages, and latency concerns
• Collaborate with infrastructure and IT teams to support ongoing network improvements and scalability
• Participate in network upgrades, enhancements, and documentation of environments

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

* 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Network Engineer or similar role
* Strong experience with Cisco Meraki environments
* Proven ability to troubleshoot network performance and connectivity issues
* Experience working with ISPs, circuits, and enterprise internet connectivity
* Solid understanding of firewalls, switches, and network backbones
* Experience owning or heavily supporting network infrastructure in a production environment
* Comfortable collaborating with offshore teams and shared ownership models

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

* Experience with Portnox or similar network authentication services
* CCNA or CCNP certification
* Exposure to or experience supporting networks in AWS environments
* Background working in hybrid or globally distributed infrastructure environments

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.