CISCO Data Center Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Dubai is seeking a Cisco DC Specialist to implement core data center solutions and provide support for network and compute environments. Candidates must have 12 years of experience in Data Center technologies, hands-on skills with Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches, and a strong understanding of dynamic routing protocols. The role requires providing 24x7 on-call support for datacenter issues and troubleshooting server performance matters.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in Data Center technologies.
• Hands-on experience deploying NSX and Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco ASA firewall and Cisco ISE.

Responsibilities

• Implement core data center solutions including Network, Compute, Storage, and Security.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support for Datacenter issues.
• Troubleshoot ESX server performance issues.

Skills

Data Center technologies

Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches

Dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)

Cisco ASA firewall

NSX

VMware environments

Storage solutions

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