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Director Ccnp Data Center Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Configure Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, and cloud routing architectures. * Integrate ... CCNP Data Center or CCNP Enterprise. * Cloud networking certifications: AWS Advanced Networking ...

Data Center Manager

Akron, OH · On-site

$159K/yr

Supervise and direct all Data Center operations staff and monitor performance of their assigned duties * Ensure adherence to Data Center and company processes including, but not limited to change ...

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$102K - $128K/yr

Direct experience using network troubleshooting tooling as a primary diagnostic method, including ... CCNP Data Center, CCNP Enterprise, DevNet Professional, CCIE Data Center, CCIE Enterprise, or ...

Data Center Manager

Akron, OH · On-site

$159K/yr

Supervise and direct all Data Center operations staff and monitor performance of their assigned duties * Ensure adherence to Data Center and company processes including, but not limited to change ...

Data Center Manager

Akron, OH

$159K/yr

Supervise and direct all Data Center operations staff and monitor performance of their assigned duties * Ensure adherence to Data Center and company processes including, but not limited to change ...

Data Center Networking Program Manager Location: 100% Remote Duration : 6- to 12-Months Contract on ... Certifications such as PMP, CCNP/CCIE, or CDCP are highly desirable. * Excellent leadership ...

Preferred : • Certifications related to IT infrastructure such as CompTIA Server+, CompTIA Network+, and CCNP. • Experience with data center infrastructure management (DCIM), including tools to ...

Senior Network Engineer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

Preferred : • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Data Center. • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise. • Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE ...

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How much do director ccnp data center jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director ccnp data center in the United States is $147,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $196,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Ccnp Data Center vs Network Engineer?

AspectDirector Ccnp Data CenterNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCisco CCNP Data Center, CCNP Routing & SwitchingCisco CCNP, CCNA, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing data center infrastructure, strategic planningHands-on network configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Industry UsageData center management, enterprise IT, large-scale infrastructureNetwork design, implementation, support in various organizations

The main difference is that the Director Ccnp Data Center focuses on strategic leadership and management of data center operations, while a Network Engineer handles technical network setup and troubleshooting. The director role requires higher-level certifications and experience, whereas the network engineer role is more technical and hands-on. Both roles are essential in enterprise IT environments but serve different functions within the organization.

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Infographic showing various Director Ccnp Data Center job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,461 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Network Engineer

MalaceHR

Phoenix, AZ • Hybrid

$60/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Pay rate $60/hour
Key skills/experience we're looking for:
  • Lead deployment, configuration, and optimization of Cisco ACI fabric components.
  • Experience in Juniper and Arista datacenter switching and routing
  • Experience In Load Balancing / Application Delivery (F5 LTM/GTM/EnterpriseManager/vCMP, Viprion)
  • Strong Skills and Hands on Cloud Networking concepts in Azure (VNET, NSG, ASG, UDR,Express Route, VNET Gateway, Etc.) and other Cloud providers such as GCP, AWS
  • Oversee ACI fabric maintenance, upgrades, and operational health checks.
Job Summary:
The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for leading the implementation and optimization of Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Juniper and Arista Datacenter Switching and routing, F5 Load Balancer and hybrid cloud (AWS, GCP and Azure) networking environments. This role provides technical leadership, advanced troubleshooting support, and contributes to highlevel network design activities. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on experience in data center networking, cloud connectivity, automation, and crossteam collaboration. Validate that Data Center and cloud network solutions are implemented and operated in accordance with client standards, guidelines, run books and compliance requirements, be they operated internally or by external partners. Responsible for the architecture requirements gathering, business cases, design, documentation, knowledge transfer, compliance, and updates of technical infrastructure and standards for components and solutions including but not limited to:
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead deployment, configuration, and optimization of Cisco ACI fabric components.
  • Experience in Juniper and Arista datacenter switching and routing
  • Experience In Load Balancing / Application Delivery (F5 LTM/GTM/Enterprise Manager/vCMP, Viprion)
  • Strong Skills and Hands on Cloud Networking concepts in Azure (VNET, NSG, ASG, UDR, Express Route, VNET Gateway, Etc.) and other Cloud providers such as GCP, AWS
  • Design and configure ACI constructs including VRFs, Bridge Domains, EPGs, contracts, and associated policies.
  • Implement segmentation and microsegmentation strategies in ACI environments.
  • Oversee ACI fabric maintenance, upgrades, and operational health checks.
  • Partner with architects on high-level design decisions and solution validation.
  • Design and implement hybrid connectivity solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Configure Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, and cloud routing architectures.
  • Integrate ACI with cloud-native networking services to support hybrid workload traffic flows.
  • Ensure best practices for cloud network security, routing, and performance optimization.
  • Perform deep-dive diagnostics, packet captures, and traffic-flow analysis.
  • Lead incident root cause analysis and preventive remediation activities.
  • Contribute to High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation.
  • Create operational runbooks, implementation guides, and standard operating procedures.
  • Ensure adherence to compliance requirements, network governance standards, and change management processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Strong expertise in Cisco ACI (policy model, spine-leaf architecture, multi-pod/multi-site concepts).
  • Solid understanding of L2/L3 networking (BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN).
  • Strong Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP networking constructs and hybrid-cloud connectivity.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex network issues.
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications:
  • CCNP Data Center or CCNP Enterprise.
  • Cloud networking certifications: AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, Azure Network Engineer Associate, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Network Engineer.
  • Network monitoring and alerting and Dashboarding(Solarwinds Orion, Netflow, Grafana, Net Brain, Etc)
  • Strong scripting and Automation skills, i.e., PowerShell, Python, Ansible and Terraform
  • Experienced in troubleshooting TCP/IP packet capture and analysis using Wire shark and Network Monitor