Cisco ACI Network Engineer (mid-career, remote)

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); Remote; USD 104,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cisco ACI Network Engineer to lead innovative data center networking initiatives. This role involves designing and managing Cisco ACI-based networks, ensuring high-performance and secure environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in routing, switching, and data center technologies, along with strong leadership skills. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and offers flexible work arrangements, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Routing and Switching Networking with Cisco ACI expertise.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and deployment of Cisco ACI fabrics.
• Troubleshoot advanced network issues involving ACI and Nexus switches.

Skills

Cisco ACI

Routing and Switching Networking

Data Center Protocols

Network Monitoring Tools

Scripting (Python, Ansible)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Splunk

VMware ESXi

Nutanix

Job description

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• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco ACI.
• 8+ years of proven experience in Routing and Switching Networking, with at least 4 years focused on verified Cisco ACI deployments.
• Demonstrated understanding in routing, switching and data center protocols and technologies (e.g., VXLAN, EVPN, BGP, OSPF, QoS).
• Proficiency with network monitoring tools (e.g. Splunk) and troubleshooting methodologies.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco ACI.
• 8+ years of proven experience in Routing and Switching Networking, with at least 4 years focused on verified Cisco ACI deployments.
• Demonstrated understanding in routing, switching and data center protocols and technologies (e.g., VXLAN, EVPN, BGP, OSPF, QoS).
• Proficiency with network monitoring tools (e.g. Splunk) and troubleshooting methodologies.
  
  

Job Code/Title

E2064:Comm System Design Engr Stf

Job Description

Lockheed Martin Enterprise Information Technology (IT), Digital Workplace and Communication Services (DWCS) is seeking a Cisco ACI Network Engineer to join Lockheed Martin's Data Center Network (DCN) Service Team and lead our data center networking initiatives while leveraging Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) to deliver high-performance, secure, and scalable network environments.

The Cisco ACI Network Engineer will serve as the technical lead for designing, implementing, and managing Cisco ACI-based data center networks. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic oversight, and leadership to guide a team of engineers in delivering mission-critical infrastructure solutions that meet the demands of modern data center operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, deployment, and optimization of Cisco ACI fabrics within multi-tenant data center environments.
• Design and implement network policies, VRFs, bridge domains, and endpoint groups (EPGs) to support application workloads.
• Oversee integration of ACI with data center technologies, including virtualization (e.g., VMware ESXi, Nutanix), storage systems, and compute platforms.
• Collaborate with data center architects and operations teams to ensure seamless connectivity, redundancy, and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced network issues involving ACI, Nexus switches, and Layer 2/Layer 3 protocols.
• Develop automation scripts and workflows (e.g., using Python, Ansible, or ACI REST APIs) to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure network security compliance through micro-segmentation, firewall integration.
• Provide technical leadership in capacity planning, performance optimization, and scalability assessments for data center networks.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams and configurations.
  
  

Desired Skills

• Experience with hybrid cloud networking and ACI integration with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams or projects in a data center environment.
• Familiarity with software-defined storage and compute platforms (e.g., Cisco UCS, NetApp).
• Advanced scripting or programming skills for network automation.
• Previous experience in a lead or senior engineer role within a large-scale data center operation.
• Knowledge of ITIL practices or data center certifications (e.g., CDCP, CDCS).
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Data Center certification or equivalent (CCIE Data Center highly desirable).
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience documenting and presenting technical designs.
  
  

Proactive mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to work remotely

Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.

Select the Telework classification for this position

Employee that will telework full-time

Ability to Telecommute

Full time telecommuter

Shift

First

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Work Schedule

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Security Clearance

None

LMCareers Business Unit

ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES

Department

50273:Infrastructure VP

Job Class

Information Technology

Job Category

Experienced Professional

City, State

Fort Worth-TX, King of Prussia-PA

City

Fort Worth, King of Prussia

Zip

19406, 76108

Virtual

yes

Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

No

Req Type

Full-Time

Direct/Indirect

Indirect

• At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
  
  

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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