Remote Cloud Network Architect

Post Date

May 26, 2026

Location

Herndon,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

20170
US
Jul 28, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

BAL-aba5734e-afe8-4ac6-bcea-4b2ab0c21125

Pay Rate

$70 - $88 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is looking for a Remote Cloud Network Architect to join their team. The ideal candidate will architect and lead hybrid and multi-cloud networking strategies, enabling seamless connectivity across on-premises data centers, Cisco infrastructure, and public cloud platforms. This role includes designing and implementing Cisco-based solutions (e.g., ACI, SD-WAN, Meraki, Nexus, Catalyst, Firepower) integrated with cloud-native services such as AWS Transit Gateway, Azure Virtual WAN, and Google Cloud VPC. Responsibilities include developing secure, scalable networking architectures with a focus on traffic optimization, load balancing, and zero-trust principles, as well as leading network migration initiatives to cloud environments while ensuring minimal disruption. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, implement automation and monitoring solutions, ensure compliance with industry standards, and provide technical leadership, mentorship, and continuous evaluation of emerging technologies.

Compensation: $65/hr. -- 83/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. 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.

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

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience
• Deep expertise in Cisco technologies (CCIE, CCNP, or equivalent certification strongly preferred) — including routing/switching, SD-WAN, ACI, security, and automation
• Hands-on experience with multi-cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their native networking services
• Strong knowledge of:
o Hybrid connectivity (Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, Interconnect, VPN, SD-WAN)
o Network security (firewalls, micro-segmentation, zero-trust, SASE)
o Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Python)
• Cloud networking fundamentals (VPCs, peering, transit, load balancing, DNS)
• Public Trust Eligible

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting federal contracts

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.