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# Sr. Network Engineer

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $112,320.0 - $141,440.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Firmware, Multi-protocol Systems, Nagios, Network Monitoring, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Zabbix, Computer Network Operations, SolarWinds (Software)
- **Published:** July 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.insightglobal.com/jobs/find_a_job/iowa/cedar-rapids/sr-network-engineer/job-550390/

## About the Role

5+ years of network operations, NOC, or network engineering experience

 - Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, MPLS, OSPF, BGP)

 - Experience with fiber optics, microwave, WAN, and leased-circuit technologies

 - Experience with network monitoring tools (NMS/EMS, SolarWinds, Nagios, etc.), including knowledge of NMS protocols and overall network health monitoring

 - Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to dig into problems, perform root-cause analysis, and configure/provision network devices

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

 - CCNA or equivalent certification

 - Zabbix experience

 - Experience operating in a NOC environment

 - Experience with firmware upgrades

 - Experience participating in CAB/change management processes

## Description

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for planning, implementing, and supporting enterprise and service-provider network solutions across Alliant's MPLS, fiber, and microwave networks. The role acts as an escalation point for complex issues, supports network projects, and maintains operational excellence through monitoring, documentation, and on-call support. This position also contributes to the DWDM Lifecycle Project, replacing core network infrastructure and developing programming templates and technical documentation to support the transition. Compensation for this position will start at $68 an hour based on experience and qualifications.


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