Data Center Implementation Engineer

Job ID: 113065
Location: Morrisville, North Carolina  [Remote]
Category: Infrastructure
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 07/16/2026
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Role Summary
An experienced Implementation Engineer specializing in Cisco Nexus data center upgrades and deployments is responsible for leading and executing complex infrastructure projects. This role involves planning, implementing, validating, and optimizing Cisco Nexus switch platforms within enterprise and service provider environments. The position requires strong technical expertise, hands-on troubleshooting skills, and effective collaboration with customers and technical teams to ensure successful data center modernization with minimal operational disruption.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the installation, configuration, migration, and upgrade of Cisco Nexus 5000, 6000, 7000, and 9000 Series switches.
  • Execute hardware refreshes and platform migrations within Nexus environments.
  • Implement and validate Layer 2 and Layer 3 data center network designs.
  • Perform NX-OS software upgrades, lifecycle management, and code validation activities.
  • Configure and troubleshoot networking technologies including vPC, VRF, VLANs, VXLAN, OSPF, BGP, HSRP, Multicast, QoS, and Port Channels.
  • Develop and execute detailed migration plans, implementation procedures, rollback strategies, and validation testing protocols.
  • Conduct pre-deployment assessments and post-implementation health checks.
  • Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams to align deployments with customer requirements.
  • Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide root cause analysis within data center environments.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, network diagrams, migration runbooks, and customer-facing reports.
  • Support network automation and scripting initiatives using tools such as Python, Ansible, REST APIs, and Git.
  • Adhere to operational best practices, security standards, and change management policies during all deployment phases.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience supporting Cisco data center networking solutions.
  • Proven experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting Cisco Nexus platforms (5000, 6000, 7000, 9000 series).
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, Ethernet, Routing and Switching protocols, including OSPF and BGP.
  • Hands-on expertise with NX-OS administration, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with vPC, FabricPath, VXLAN, and data center technologies.
  • Ability to develop comprehensive migration and validation plans, along with rollback strategies.
  • Extensive experience working in large-scale data center environments.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
  • Ability to lead and support complex migration events with minimal downtime.
  • Certifications such as CCNP Data Center required; CCIE Data Center preferred.
  • Experience supporting automation and cloud-related environments is a plus.

Publishing Pay Range: $60.00 – $65.00 Hourly

This position is remote and can be performed from an approved location.

About GDH:
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, “We care about people,” isn’t just a tagline – it’s the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women’s services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee’s life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!  For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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