Sr. Network Engineer & Connectivity Architect

Job Description We are seeking a Sr. Network Engineer & Connectivity Architect to serve as the principal architect for an enterprise connectivity platform, with a strong focus on Azure networking, Cisco Meraki infrastructure, and identity‑driven access. This role combines hands‑on engineering with architectural leadership, designing secure, highly resilient networks across Azure, on‑prem, branch, and SaaS environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Active Directory and Entra ID, hybrid connectivity (ExpressRoute, VPN, SD‑WAN), and Infrastructure‑as‑Code to enable a modern, Zero Trust‑aligned network where identity and device posture drive access decisions. This position plays a critical role in modernizing network operations through automation, observability, and scalable, high‑availability design while partnering closely with identity, security, and platform teams. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements

• 8–10+ years of enterprise networking experience (engineering-first, ~75% hands-on / 25% architecture)
• Enterprise-scale Active Directory expertise (5+ years), including hybrid identity design and authentication
• Strong Entra ID (Azure AD) experience (3+ years), including Conditional Access and MFA
• Azure networking experience (3+ years), supporting cloud and hybrid environments
• Cisco Meraki expertise (SD‑WAN, switching, wireless) in enterprise deployments
• Proven experience designing hybrid connectivity (ExpressRoute, VPN, SD‑WAN)
• Hands-on implementation of Infrastructure‑as‑Code for networking (Terraform preferred; Bicep/ARM acceptable)
• Experience integrating identity with networking and Zero Trust frameworks
• Demonstrated transition from legacy “box‑by‑box” networking to centralized, API‑driven orchestration

• Background in Microsoft 365 performance and connectivity optimization (Teams, Exchange, SharePoint)
• Exposure to AI Ops / observability tooling (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Meraki Dashboard, Splunk, Dynatrace)

• AZ‑700 (Azure Network Engineer Associate)
• SC‑300 (Identity & Access Administrator)
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist (CMSS)
• CCNP Enterprise or CCIE

• Experience with IaC certifications (HashiCorp Terraform Associate)
• Exposure to Kubernetes networking or containerized environments (CKA) Insight Global