RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce is immediately seeking an experienced Lead Data Center Engineer in support of our enterprise networking and cloud solutions client based in Richardson, TX.
Summary:
In this role, the Data Center Lead Engineer will work as part of the L&C Data Center Operations Team, which plans, operates, and maintains the L&C Data Center footprint globally, catering to tens of thousands of lab requests per year. They will also work with the wider L&C team to support IT professionals' learning and training needs in outstanding ways. We provide world class training, community outreach, educational events, technical documentation, and hands-on learning across all of the company's portfolio of solutions. We are passionate about education, learning and improving careers. The Data Center Lead Engineer will also work closely with Cisco product teams across the entire Cisco portfolio - including Networking, Security, Data Center, Collaboration, and Applications. Safe to say, you won't always be in a Data Center, though you'll feel right at home in one.
Responsibilities:
* Dedicated to maintaining a 'Source of truth' for the network through our NetOps Tooling
* Generate first rate technical documentation of new, existing, evolving data center and network implementation
* Own high and low visibility issues and be accountable for resolving them
* Troubleshoot & resolve incidents, providing excellent levels of clear communication
* Innovate - Identify and lead continuous improvement of systems, tools, and processes
The Engineer will plan, build and manage the existing footprint and expansion of all aspects of a data center including:
* Power, cooling, and equipment air flow management
* Rack, Infrastructure, Cable Design & Management
* Device Network & IP Management
* Issue Resolution Management of Infrastructure & Network
* Asset Management
* Capacity Management
* Vendor Management
* Compliance Management
* Data Center Policy Compliance
REQUIREMENTS:
* CCNP/CCIE certification (R&S and/or DC)
* 5+ years of experience in Data Center Operations & Production Network Operation roles
* 3+ years of experience with various Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, and Cisco network operating systems
* Strong Data Center knowledge including Nexus Routing & Switching
* Experience operating and troubleshooting complex networks with segmentation and virtualization
* Experience with implementing dynamic routing with OSPF, EIGRP and BGP
* Experience with implementing client and site-to-site VPN solutions
* Experience with virtual machine networking with VMWare
* VMWare, ESXi, vCenter, and VM configuration, and operation experience
* Experience with Cisco ACI, DNA and automation with Ansible and Python
* Able to manage core routers, switches, firewalls, etc.
* Self-starter who requires little guidance to achieve the goals of complex data center projects
* Deep and multifaceted technical expertise and enjoy working on a team and mentoring others
* See the big picture even when analyzing multiple sophisticated factors under pressure, having an eye and a passion for the details
* Excellent verbal and written skills and hold yourself to high standards in your results and communication
Experience in the following products/solutions:
* Cisco Nexus 2000, 3000, 5000, 7000, 9000
* Catalyst 9000 switches
* ISR 4000 and 1000 routers
* ASA and Firepower Firewalls
* UCS server management
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
