Responsibilities
• Design and Implementation: Architect, design, and deploy Cisco ACI solutions to meet the network infrastructure needs of the organization or clients.
• Configuration Management: Configure ACI fabric, including APIC (Application Policy Infrastructure Controller) configuration, tenant creation, application network profiles (ANP), endpoint groups (EPG), and contracts.
• Network Integration: Integrate ACI with existing network infrastructure, including Layer 2/3 devices, virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and other network services.
• Policy Enforcement: Develop and enforce network policies using ACI’s policy-driven approach, ensuring security, compliance, and performance.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor the health and performance of the ACI environment and troubleshoot issues using tools like APIC, SNMP, Syslog, and third-party monitoring solutions.
• Automation and Scripting: Automate routine tasks using Python, Ansible, or other automation tools compatible with ACI to improve efficiency and reduce human error.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all ACI-related configurations, procedures, and policies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams, including security, server, and application teams, to ensure seamless integration and operation of the ACI environment.
• Upgrades and Patching: Plan and execute upgrades, patches, and maintenance for the ACI infrastructure.
• Required Qualifications:
• Experience: 8-10 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on Cisco ACI.
• Certification: Cisco CCNP Data Center, CCIE Data Center, or equivalent certifications in Cisco ACI.
• Technical Skills:
• Deep understanding of Cisco ACI architecture and components (APIC, Leaf, Spine).
• Strong knowledge of network protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, MP-BGP).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V).
• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (Python, Ansible).
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications we seek in you!
Minimum Qualifications / Skills
Bachelor’s degree required.


Preferred Qualifications/ Skills
Strong communicator – English in spoken and written form
Advanced Certification: Cisco CCIE Data Center.
Cloud Integration: Experience with integrating ACI with public clouds (AWS, Azure).
DevOps Practices: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies as they relate to network automation.
Project Management: Experience managing or leading network infrastructure projects.