Exam Proctor

Akkodis; North Carolina; On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K plan

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Network Architect (CCIE Exam Proctor) for contract work in Raleigh, NC. You will oversee CCIE lab exams, ensure policy compliance, and support candidates throughout the exam process.

The role also involves designing and maintaining data center infrastructure, including servers, storage, and network devices, with an emphasis on availability, security, and performance.

Qualifications

• Must hold CCIE certification with strong knowledge of Cisco networking technologies.
• Experience designing and managing data center infrastructure and security.
• Ability to design, implement, and operate complex network architectures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site lab exam environment and enforce exam rules and security.
• Design, deploy, and maintain data center infrastructure including servers and network devices.
• Implement and monitor security appliances and data center protections.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for AI, ML, and cloud workloads.
• Lead modernization initiatives to improve scalability and efficiency.

Skills

Excellent communication

High-pressure handling

Solution design

Automation and telemetry

Team collaboration

Education

CCIE certification

Tools

Cisco UCS

Nexus switches

ACI

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a – “Network Architect (CCIE Exam Proctor)” for a Contract positions with a client locatedin Raleigh, NC (Research Triangle Park).

Pay Range: $70 - $75/hr. (The rate/salary may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Summary:

The CCIE Network Architect is responsible for overseeing the administration and integrity of Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) lab exams, ensuring strict adherence to exam policies, and providing candidate support throughout the exam process. Additionally, this role involves designing, implementing, managing, and maintaining the physical and virtual infrastructure within the data center environment in Brussels. The architect ensures the availability, performance, security, and scalability of data center systems to support critical business applications and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the on-site lab exam environment, including candidate check-in, briefing, and continuous monitoring to enforce exam rules and security protocols.
• Ensure no unauthorized materials are brought into the exam and maintain compliance with Cisco’s exam policies.
• Provide clarifications on exam instructions without offering technical assistance to candidates.
• Address technical or logistical issues during exams, coordinating with support teams as necessary.
• Design, deploy, and maintain data center infrastructure components such as servers, storage systems, network devices (routers, switches, firewalls), and application delivery controllers.
• Manage network infrastructure interconnecting physical and virtual servers, storage, and external networks.
• Implement and monitor network security appliances, including firewalls and intrusion prevention systems, to safeguard data center security.
• Oversee power, cooling, ventilation, fire suppression, and backup systems to ensure optimal data center operations.
• Monitor and optimize data center performance, availability, and capacity planning to meet evolving business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support AI, machine learning, and cloud workloads demanding high compute and storage resources.
• Implement automation and telemetry tools to enhance operational efficiency and enable proactive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies governing data center security and operations.
• Provide expert technical support and troubleshooting for data center hardware and software issues.
• Participate in data center modernization initiatives aimed at improving scalability, energy efficiency, and sustainability.

Skills and Expertise:

• Must hold CCIE certification with strong knowledge of Cisco networking technologies.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with candidates and Cisco teams.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations calmly and professionally.
• Experience in solution design, network architecture, and customer engagement.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco networking technologies, data center architecture, and virtualization platforms.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco UCS servers, Nexus switches, and Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI).
• Familiarity with data center power, cooling, and physical infrastructure management best practices.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and data protection within data center environments.
• Proficiency with automation, telemetry, and monitoring tools to optimize data center operations.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and adapt to rapidly evolving technology trends.
• Solid knowledge of Linux system administration and troubleshooting.
• Docker, Kubernetes, Generative AI and Agent autonomous system integration

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers