Cisco ACI Engineer | Flint International | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Recruiting CompanyRecruiting Company: Flint InternationalJob LocationJob Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesJob TypeJob Type: Full-Time, Onsite (Client-Site)Application MethodApplication Method:Position SummaryPosition Summary: We’re hiring a Cisco ACI Engineer to architect, deploy, and operate policy-driven SDN fabrics that power large-scale enterprise data centers. Your expertise will translate application intent into secure, scalable network policy.Detailed Job DescriptionDetailed Job Description: You will lead end‑to‑end ACI deployments—APIC setup, fabric discovery, policies, contracts, and multi‑pod/multi‑site designs—while aligning closely with application and security teams. Expect to drive migrations to ACI, integrate with virtualization (e.g., VMware), L4‑L7 service graphs, and build reusable templates for consistency. You’ll implement tenant segmentation, enforce zero‑trust principles, and ensure high availability. The role includes advanced troubleshooting, automation, and detailed documentation to support operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign multi-tenant ACI architectures (tenants, VRFs, BDs, EPGs, contracts)Implement multi‑pod/multi‑site and L3Out integrations with external networksIntegrate L4‑L7 services and virtualization platforms with ACICreate reusable policy templates and enforce segmentation/zero‑trustLead migrations and deliver test plans, as‑builts, and operational runbooksProvide escalation support, RCA, and performance optimizationRequired Qualifications & Skills5+ years in DC networking with 3+ years hands‑on Cisco ACIStrong grasp of VXLAN/EVPN, BGP/OSPF, and L3Out designsExperience with APIC, service graphs, contracts/filters, and AEP/AAEPSkilled in troubleshooting, packet analysis, and ACI health/telemetryExcellent stakeholder communication and documentation skillsNice‑to‑Have SkillsCCNP/CCIE Data Center; Cisco ACI Specialist certificationsAutomation (Python/Ansible), ACI REST/Visore/SDKExperience with NSX, firewalls, load balancers, and DNS/IPAM integrationMulti‑cloud connectivity and DC interconnect experienceFamiliarity with ACI Multi‑Site Orchestrator (MSO)Recruitment Pro TipRecruitment Pro Tip: Attach a concise ACI project summary (1 page): topology, scale (tenants/EPGs), migration approach, and outcomes (e.g., reduced change time, improved security posture). Concrete results help you rise to the top.#J-18808-Ljbffr