Validation Engineer jobs in Pocatello, ID

Job#: 2022446

Job Description:

Apex Systems, the nation's 2nd largest Information Technology staffing firm, has an opportunity for a Datacenter Engineer to work for a technology company supporting DoD programs in Pocatello, ID.

Location (city & campus): Pocatello, ID

Remote Option: No

Contract Length: This role is anticipated to last 18 months with potential to hire, however Apex cannot guarentee any length of contract.

Role & Responsibilities

• Connects with Cisco internal stakeholders, customers and partners across functions and boundaries to achieve significant results. Earns the confidence of Cisco leaders and customers and able to use the confidence to achieve results.
• Has a global impact.
• Decisions impact the achievement of customer, operational, program or service objectives.
• Contribute effectively in the areas of Customer Problem Resolution; Innovation; Engineering Engagement; Intellectual Capital; Talent Development.
• Interacts effectively with Engineering to solve complex problems, identifies serviceability issues and drives resolution of the issues with Engineering and other organizations.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance to resolve complex customer problems in support of critical issues.
• Owner and keeper of our culture.
• Continuously learning and strengthening technical skills for relevant technical domain and adjacent technologies.
• Is a technical expert in a broad area covering multiple technologies. Applies expected product behavior across industry practices. Knows how the technology is expected to work in the industry.
• Recognized as a technical expert and leader in their technical domain.
• Independently applies knowledge and experience in creating solutions for customer outcomes.
• Solves extremely complex problems where analysis requires in-depth evaluation of factors with imaginative and innovative troubleshooting and experimentation as well as evaluation of intangible variables.
• Initiates reviews of ideas and technical objectives within and across Services. Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed by management and through consultation from a relatively long time perspective for results.
• Works independently, with guidance in complex situations only. Able to lead some projects or programs within a function and may act as a team leader to coordinate activities of other personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically requires BS in a technical field (CS/EE preferred) or equivalent plus 8 years related experience.
• CCNP-level Networking (Routing and Switching) experience required.
• CISSP, Security or equivalent required.
• Has moderate to advanced knowledge of software programmability, automation, orchestration, virtualization and/or security.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to function effectively in ambiguous circumstances.
• Successfully communicates difficult concepts. Guides, influences and persuades others either internally and externally.
• Client-facing experience. Ability to be onsite 3-4 days/week at the customer location.

This is a Data Center role. Knowledge of Data Center Networking and various Cisco components (NEXUS, UCS, etc.) that can deliver these capabilities is highly preferrable.

• ACI and UCS
• Data Center Layer 2 overlays for example VXLAN, OTV, EVPN
• Network management protocols for example PTP, NTP, DNS, DHCP
• Traffic management for example queuing, policing, shaping
• Layer 2 security features for example port security, MACsec, ACL, private vlans
• Routing Protocols and features for example OSPF, ISIS, MBGP, IBGP, PBR, BFD
• Layer 3 Overlay Protocols for example OTV, LISP
• Multicast protocols for example PIM, IGMP, RP, BSR
• Layer 3 security features for example CoPP, ACLs, DAI, ip source guard
• Monitoring services for example Netflow
• Policy driven External Fabric Connectivity for example L2/L3 connectivity

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.