CCIE Network Architect in Raleigh

Job Description

Role Overview:

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.
• 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.

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