Network Engineer

Insight Global is seeking a Network Engineer to support the design, deployment, and implementation of network infrastructure for new construction projects and facility expansions in Rhode Island. This individual will work closely with construction teams, facilities personnel, architects, low-voltage contractors, and IT leadership to ensure network infrastructure is properly designed and installed to support business operations. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on both network design and physical infrastructure implementation. The ideal candidate will have experience reviewing construction drawings and floor plans, determining network infrastructure requirements, designing switching and routing environments, and overseeing installation activities during building construction and renovation projects. The Network Engineer will be responsible for ensuring network connectivity, resiliency, and scalability across new facilities while supporting enterprise network standards, security requirements, and best practices.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Review architectural drawings, floor plans, and construction documents to determine network infrastructure requirements. Design and implement network solutions for new buildings, facility expansions, and renovation projects. Installation and configuration of Cisco routers, switches, wireless infrastructure, and network hardware. Validate network cabling layouts, MDF/IDF room designs, rack elevations, and equipment placement. Design and support Layer 2 and Layer 3 network environments. Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols including OSPF. Configure and support switching technologies including VLANs, STP (Spanning Tree Protocol), port security, and redundancy solutions. Support firewall implementation, rule management, and security best practices. Review and validate fiber optic designs and cabling plans. Troubleshoot network connectivity, performance, and infrastructure issues during and after deployment. Ensure network infrastructure adheres to enterprise standards, security requirements, and documentation practices. Conduct site surveys and participate in construction planning meetings. Create and maintain network diagrams, as-built documentation, and implementation plans. Support cutovers, equipment migrations, and network turn-up activities for newly constructed facilities.

5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer. Experience supporting network infrastructure projects in construction, new building deployments, or large-scale facility environments. Experience reading and interpreting: Architectural drawings Construction documents Floor plans Low-voltage layouts Network infrastructure diagrams

Strong hands-on experience installing, configuring, and supporting Cisco Routers and Switches Experience with routing and switching technologies including, OSPF, VLANs Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking Experience supporting and configuring firewalls. Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices. Experience with enterprise network design and implementation. Knowledge of structured cabling standards and network infrastructure design. Understanding of fiber optic networking technologies including single and multi-mode fiber Experience performing network troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent). Experience with wireless network design and deployment. Experience with Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Cisco firewalls. Experience with fiber testing and certification tools. Experience with network monitoring and management platforms. Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

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.