Cisco Network Architect (Cisco SDA/Catalyst Center Focused)

Requisition Number: 105553 

Architect II

Location: Remote, however monthly travling to Dallas, TX

Salary: $170,000 annually

Insight at a Glance

• 14,000+ engaged teammates globally


• $8.2 billion in revenue in 2025


• Certified as a Great Place to work in 9 Countries in 2025


• Fortune 500 Company (No. 447) in 2025


• Received 25+ industry and partner awards in the past year


• $1.4M+ total charitable contributions in 2024 by Insight globally

Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organizations through complex digital decisions.

About the role

As a Network Architect within Insight’s Client Solutions team your role will be a senior technical leader that guides our client’s architecture and design as they implement and optimize Cisco networking solutions. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Cisco Catalyst Center and Software Defined Access (SDA) technologies, as well as other associated Cisco campus networking technologies. A Client Solutions Architect also has strong business acumen, communication skills, and consulting abilities. Key responsibilities include:

• Client advisory and support 
  
  
  
  • Act as a strategic advisor, providing expert guidance on infrastructure solutions that align with client business objectives. 
  
  
  • Engage with clients to understand their goals, challenges, and technical requirements. 
  
  
  • Support Insight Sales Teams when they engage with customers to understand their business goals, challenges, and requirements. 
  
  
  • Deliver technical guidance and best practices on solutions, products, and services. 
  
  
  • Position solutions that lead to follow on workshops, proof of concepts, pilots, strategy, roadmap development, and deployment services.  
  
  
  • Participate in the creation, review, and revision of statemen of work and supporting scoping documents. 
  
  
  
  


• Delivery of technical solutions 
  
  
  
  • Develop and present high-level Cisco solution architectures and roadmaps that align with client objectives. 
  
  
  • Lead client facing workshops. 
  
  
  • Deliver infrastructure assessments. 
  
  
  • Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams of services and sales teams to aid the delivery of complex and customized solutions. 
  
  
  • Propose design and optimizations for Cisco solutions in client environments, ensuring quality, performance, and scalability. 
  
  
  • Provide oversight to follow on professional services engagement. 
  
  
  
  


• Provide feedback to Insight’s engineering and sales teams on client needs, challenges, and opportunities. 


• Stay updated on the latest technologies, trends, and innovations, and maintain relevant certifications and accreditations. 


• Assist sales team in identifying and closing opportunities through client meetings and presentations. 

Be AmbITious: This opportunity is not just about what you do today but also about where you can go tomorrow. When you bring your hunger, heart, and harmony to Insight, your potential will be met with continuous opportunities to upskill, earn promotions, and elevate your career.

What were looking for:

• Live in the Dallas - Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex or be willing to relocate.  

• At least 8 years of experience in architecting, designing, implementing, and optimizing Cisco Networking solutions. 

• At least 3 years of recent experience with Cisco Catalyst Center / DNA Center and Software Defined Access (SDA) 

• Strong knowledge of Cisco products, services, and solutions, and their integration with other technologies and platforms. 

• Strong communication, presentation, people skills, and the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, and the ability to handle complex and ambiguous situations. 

• Strong project management, teamwork, and collaboration skills, and the ability to lead and mentor others. 

• Relevant Cisco security certifications, such as CCNP, CCIE, CCDE are desirable.  

• Ability to execute client facing engagements with little or no oversight. 

• Ability to research and make recommendations for strategic business development plans that have a significant impact on Insight business. 

• Strong desire to drive client success. 

• Willingness to work two days a week on site at the client’s office.  

• Willingness to travel up to 10%.  

What you can expect
We’re legendary for taking care of you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. We want you to enjoy a full, meaningful life and own your career at Insight. Some of our benefits include: 

• Freedom to work from another location—even an international destination—for up to 30 consecutive calendar days per year.


• Access to 11 thriving and diverse Teammate Resource Groups

But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.

Join us today, your ambITious journey starts here.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

At Insight, we celebrate diversity of skills and experience so even if you don’t feel like your skills are a perfect match - we still want to hear from you!

Insight does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications from the candidate, and recruiters or agencies who submit candidates for this position without a prior, written vendor agreement will not be eligible for any form of compensation, even if the candidate is hired.  

The position described above provides a summary of some the job duties required and what it would be like to work at Insight. For a comprehensive list of physical demands and work environment for this position, click here.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posting Notes: Dallas || Texas (US-TX) || United States (US) || IT Infrastructure & Support || None || US - Dallas, TX ||