Data Center/Lab Engineer at Kforce Inc.

Richardson, TX 75082

About the Job

Kforce is immediately seeking an experienced Data Center Network Engineer in support of our enterprise networking and cloud solutions client based in Richardson, Texas. The Data Center/Lab 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 amazing ways. We provide world class training, community outreach, educational events, technical documentation, and hands-on learning across all of our client's portfolio of solutions. Duties:

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 Data Center/Lab Engineer will plan, build and manage the existing footprint and expansion of all aspects of a data center including:

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
Self-starter who requires little oversight to achieve the goals of complex data center projects
Deep and varied technical expertise and enjoys working in 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 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, ESXi and, vCenter, and VM networking
Some experience and working knowledge with Cisco ACI

Strong 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

Skills to:

Ruthlessly pPrioritize and fully complete projects
Collaborate with cross-functional teams effectively
Mentor new or less experienced team members
Communicate professionally and prudently to all internal and external stakeholders
Clearly articulate project status or challenges to leadership
With an ability to work in a hybrid environment on a global team using collaboration tools to stay connected

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.

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