Cisco Network Services Specialist – CCNP Data Center

**Introduction** At IBM Infrastructure & Technology, we design and operate the systems that keep the world running. From high-resiliency mainframes and hybrid cloud platforms to networking, automation, and site reliability. Our teams ensure the performance, security, and scalability that clients and industries depend on every day. Working in Infrastructure & Technology means tackling complex challenges with curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies and colleagues worldwide to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions that power innovation. With continuous learning, career growth, and a supportive culture, IBM provides the opportunities to build expertise and shape the infrastructure that drives progress. **Your role and responsibilities** As a Network Services Specialist, you will have expertise in one or more networking system technology areas and work with products or solutions based on any vendor hardware and/or any vendor operating system software. You will architect and implement networking solutions to address client requirements. Your primary responsibilities will include: • Design Networking Solutions: Architect and implement networking solutions to address client requirements, utilizing expertise in one or more networking system technology areas. • Develop Proof-of-Concept Solutions: Build proof-of-concept solutions with networking system technology to demonstrate feasibility and effectiveness. • Implement Networking Technologies: Work with various networking technologies, including routers, networking controllers, bridges, or networking software related to these technologies. • Collaborate on Solution Delivery: Work with clients to understand their requirements and deliver tailored networking solutions to meet their needs. • Optimize Networking Systems: Utilize expertise to optimize networking systems and ensure they meet client requirements and expectations. **Required technical and professional expertise** · CCNP Data Center certification or equivalent hands-on experience. · Experience Hands -on experience with Cisco ACI ( implementation and support): · ACI Fabric · Tenants · VRFs · Bridge Domains (BDs) · Endpoint Groups (EPGs) · Contracts · VMM Integration · Multi-Pod and Multi-Site architectures · ACI operations and troubleshooting · Knowledge of Cisco Nexus 9000 platforms. · Experience with networking protocols such as BGP, OSPF, VXLAN EVPN, VRF, and vPC. · Experience in Data Center implementation, migration, and troubleshooting projects. · Intermediate to advanced English proficiency. **Preferred technical and professional experience** · Additional Vendor Hardware Knowledge: Experience with various vendor hardware and operating system software is beneficial for this role. · Advanced Networking Software Skills: Knowledge of specialized networking software related to routers, controllers, and bridges is advantageous. · Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator (NDO). · Integration with VMware, NSX, and OpenStack. · Cloud knowledge (AWS, Azure, or GCP). · Automation experience with Ansible, Python, Terraform, or REST APIs. · Additional Cisco certifications such as DevNet or CCIE. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.