Cisco ACI Network Architect & SD-Access Engineer

Mindtel; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindtel in Dubai is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, deploy, configure, and support Cisco ACI fabric including APIC controllers, leaf/spine architecture and policy-based networking. You will implement SD-Access solutions with DNA Center integration and ensure high availability.

You will manage network segmentation, automate using Python/Ansible, monitor DR readiness, document architectures, and collaborate with security teams while staying current with Cisco and Fortinet/FWS.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, configure and support Cisco ACI fabric including APIC controllers, leaf/spine architecture and policy-based networking.
• Implement and maintain Cisco SD-Access solutions with DNA Center integration, fabric provisioning and network segmentation.
• Manage network segmentation and policy enforcement using Cisco DNA Center with a focus on automation.
• Monitor, optimize and ensure high availability and disaster recovery of network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with security systems and application teams to deliver secure network services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues proactively and reactively.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including diagrams, SOPs and configuration standards.
• Contribute to network strategy planning and architecture decisions.
• Stay current with emerging Cisco technologies, industry trends and best practices.
• Support Cisco security devices (FMC FTD) and FortiGate/Palo Alto firewalls.
• Utilize network automation tools and scripting (Python, Ansible, REST APIs).
• Apply expertise in Layer 2/3 protocols, IP routing (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VXLAN, multicast and QoS.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Preferably hold Cisco and/or Fortinet/Palo Alto certifications; ITIL knowledge/certification is a plus.

Skills

Cisco ACI

SD-Access

DNA Center

Network Automation

Python

Tools

Python

Ansible

REST APIs

Job description

Mindtel in Dubai is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, deploy, configure, and support Cisco ACI fabric including APIC controllers, leaf/spine architecture and policy-based networking. You will implement SD-Access solutions with DNA Center integration and ensure high availability.

You will manage network segmentation, automate using Python/Ansible, monitor DR readiness, document architectures, and collaborate with security teams while staying current with Cisco and Fortinet/FWS.