CISCO ACI Network Engineer

About the role

Through NRI Resource Management Services (RMS), we provide custom talent solutions to match technology professionals with client needs. This is a contract opportunity with the client in Milwaukee, WI, not with NRI.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Cisco ACI fabric in an enterprise environment.
• Configure and optimize Nexus 9000 series switches in ACI and NX-OS modes.
• Manage Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) configurations, policies, and troubleshooting.
• Implement VXLAN, VRF, EPGs, contracts, L3Out, and multi-pod/multi-site ACI architectures.
• Troubleshoot network performance issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cloud, security, and server teams to align ACI with business needs.
• Perform software upgrades, patches, and lifecycle management for ACI and Nexus environments.
• Document network designs, best practices, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Requirements

• 7+ years of enterprise network engineering experience, with a strong focus on Cisco ACI.
• Expertise in Cisco Nexus switching, including Nexus 9000, 7000, 5000, and 2000 series.
• Hands-on experience with ACI Fabric Deployment, APIC management, and policy-based networking.
• Proficiency in routing & switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VXLAN, EVPN).
• Experience in data center networking, SDN, and network automation.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE, or ACI-related certifications).
• Experience in highly available, mission-critical enterprise environments.