Network Engineer ( Nexus / ACI ) - L2

Department

Position Summary

Resident Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Deployment & Configuration:

  • Configure, and maintain

    Cisco Nexus

    switches and

    Cisco ACI

    fabric for data center and enterprise environments.
  • Work on the deployment of new network infrastructure, ensuring proper integration with existing systems and business requirements.
  • Configure and implement network features such as

    VXLAN

    ,

    Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG)

    ,

    FabricPath

    , and others within Nexus/ACI.

• Network Management & Optimization:

  • Monitor and manage

    Cisco Nexus/ACI

    environments, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and reliability.
  • Perform tuning and capacity planning to enhance network performance and scalability.
  • Troubleshoot network issues and provide quick resolutions, particularly related to Nexus/ACI hardware, software, and configuration.

• Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution:

  • Provide expert-level support for any network issues involving Nexus/ACI components.
  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for network incidents related to Cisco Nexus switches and ACI environments.
  • Collaborate with the network and system engineering teams to identify and resolve complex infrastructure issues.

• Network Security & Compliance:

  • Ensure that the Cisco Nexus and ACI infrastructure complies with security policies and industry standards.
  • Implement security best practices in ACI for access control, traffic segmentation, and other network security features.

• Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all network configurations, diagrams, and operational procedures.
  • Provide regular status reports on system health, performance, and ongoing projects.
  • Stay up-to-date with new features and capabilities of

    Nexus/ACI

    , providing input for possible upgrades or enhancements.

Qualifications, Certifications, And Education Requirements

• Minimum of 3 of hands-on experience in the field of networking and managing inscope solutions
• Should have experience in management of any Large Data Center (of similar size) network for atleast 1 year.
• Strong knowledge of data center technologies, including SDN (Software-Defined Networking), VXLAN, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet), and FabricPath.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in the Cisco Nexus family of switches (Nexus 7000, 5000, 9000 series).
• Hands-on experience with Cisco ACI, including APIC (Application Policy Infrastructure Controller) and ACI fabrics.
• Strong troubleshooting skills using tools such as Wireshark, Cisco Prime, and CLI.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Any Cisco certifications such as CCNP Data Center, CCIE Data Center, or Cisco Certified ACI Specialist.
• Knowledge of industry standards and protocols, such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and MPLS, is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional after-hours work may be necessary to handle urgent issues or system maintenance.
• Travel to remote locations may be required depending on the business needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• The resource must also have a professional level certification for Networking and Switching

Preferred Skills

• Strong understanding of network and switches
• Proficiency in configuring and maintaining
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.