CISCO Data Center Specialist

Mindtel; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company located in Dubai is seeking a Cisco DC Specialist with over 12 years of experience in Data Center technologies. The ideal candidate will have expertise in implementing core data center solutions, hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switches, and proficiency in dynamic routing protocols. This role offers a chance to work in a high-availability environment, providing 24x7 on-call support for Data Center operations.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in Data Center technologies.
• Expertise in implementing core data center solutions.
• Hands-on experience deploying NSX.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Cisco Nexus switches.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support for Data Center issues.
• Troubleshoot switching and routing technologies.

Skills

Data Center technologies

Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches

Dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)

Cisco ASA firewall

VMware environments

Tools

Cisco Nexus 7000

UCS

VMware

Job description

Job Summary (Cisco DC Specialist - L3 Onsite):
- 12 years of experience in Data Center technologies with Data Center Core Certification
- Expertise in implementing core data center solutions: Network Compute Storage Network Automation and Security
- Hands-on experience deploying NSX and Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches
- Advanced configuration and troubleshooting of switching and routing technologies
- Proficient in configuring dynamic routing protocols (OSPF EIGRP basic BGP)
- Skilled in working with Cisco Nexus 7000 UCS and VMware environments
- Experience managing Nexus 2000/5000/7000 series switches
- Proficient in configuring VLANs and VSANs in UCS
- Designed and implemented storage solutions using multiple SAN fabrics for high availability and performance
- Strong knowledge of Cisco ASA firewall and Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine)
- Provided 24x7 on-call support for escalation of issues related to Hosting Datacenter Storage and UCS
- Experienced in troubleshooting ESX server performance issues