Data Center Engineer - Durham NC On Location
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Responsibilities The Data Center Engineer serves as a subject matter expert in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex Cisco-based data center infrastructures. They handle escalated incidents, architect solutions, and lead root cause analysis efforts.
Qualifications
Cisco ACI Expertise :
- Deep hands-on experience with APIC, fabric setup, contracts, policies, and multi-site
- Capable of troubleshooting fabric discovery issues, endpoint learning problems, and L3Out configurations
Routing & Switching (Advanced) :
Strong knowledge and hands-on with OSPF, BGP, route maps, redistribution, and peeringExperience designing and implementing high-availability networks and failover scenariosCisco Nexus Deep-Dive :
Expertise with NX-OS, vPC, FabricPath, VXLAN, EVPNConfiguration and troubleshooting of Nexus 2k / 5k / 7k / 9kStorage Networking :
Proficient in Fibre Channel switching, SAN routing, MDS switchesIntegrating storage systems (NetApp, EMC, Pure) with Cisco networkingAutomation & Scripting :
Experience with Python, Ansible, or Terraform for data center automationWorking knowledge of REST APIs (especially ACI APIs)Troubleshooting & Design :
Advanced packet-level analysis with Wireshark or Cisco toolsLeads problem management, performs RCA (root cause analysis) for recurring issuesParticipates in data center design, migrations, and upgradesCross-Team Leadership :
Works with storage, compute, and security teams for end-to-end solutionsMentors L2 engineers, contributes to knowledge base and SOPsCertifications (Preferred) :
Cisco CCNP Data Center or CCIE Data Center (or equivalent)Specialist-level ACI certifications (DCACI, DCID)