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CISCO ACI Engineer

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Cisco ACI Engineer - REMOTE The Cisco ACI Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) solutions. The role involves working ...

... Engineer to support and maintain network platforms across North America. The role involves ... Cisco APIC/ACI, Nexus Dashboard, Cisco DNAC, Cisco Client, PagerDuty, Nagios & Thousand Eyes. • ...

Job Summary: * 10+ years of experience as a network engineer is required. * IT project in the banking industry as a network engineer is required. * Must be familiar with Cisco ACI. (the most ...

Senior Cisco Network Engineer Expected Duration: 12 Months -With potential for renewal Location: 100% Remote-For the first 2-4 weeks, this resource may be required t0 work onsite in Huntsville, TX ...

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How much do senior cisco aci engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior cisco aci engineer in the United States is $142,750.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Cisco Aci Engineer vs Cisco Network Engineer?

AspectSenior Cisco Aci EngineerCisco Network Engineer
CertificationsCCNA, CCNP, Cisco ACI-specific certificationsCCNA, CCNP, CCIE (optional)
Work EnvironmentData centers, enterprise networks, SDN environmentsCorporate networks, enterprise LAN/WAN, data centers
ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and manage Cisco ACI solutionsConfigure and maintain Cisco network devices and infrastructure

The main difference is that a Senior Cisco Aci Engineer specializes in Cisco ACI SDN solutions, focusing on data center automation and fabric management, while a Cisco Network Engineer handles broader network infrastructure tasks. Both roles require Cisco certifications and work in enterprise environments, but their specific focus areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Senior Cisco Aci Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,750 per year, or $68.6 per hour.

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Job description

Cisco ACI Engineer - REMOTE
The Cisco ACI Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) solutions. The role involves working closely with network architects, security teams, and cloud engineers to ensure a secure and scalable networking environment.

Must Have Skills:
  • CCNP (Enterprise or Data Center) or higher
  • 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years focused on Cisco ACI
  • Strong understanding of ACI fabric architecture, VXLAN, Spine-Leaf topology, and APIC controller management
  • Experience with Layer 2/3 networking (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, multicast, etc.)
  • Proficiency in automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, REST API, JSON, YAML)
  • Familiarity with firewalls, load balancers (F5, Citrix ADC), and security integrations within ACI
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switches (9000 series), UCS, and data center infrastructure
  • Strong troubleshooting skills using Wireshark, packet captures, and ACI logs
Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience integrating ACI with VMware NSX, Kubernetes, or OpenStack
  • Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and SD-WAN solutions
  • Experience with ACI Multi-Site and Multi-Pod deployments
  • Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices
  • Strong documentation and process improvement skills
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, and manage Cisco ACI fabric, including tenant policies, endpoint groups (EPGs), contracts, and application profiles
  • Configure and optimize ACI fabric, spine-leaf architecture, and ensure high availability and redundancy
  • Implement ACI contracts, filters, service graphs, and L4-L7 integrations with firewalls and load balancers
  • Develop automation scripts using Python, Ansible, or Terraform for network configuration and policy enforcement
  • Work with VMware NSX, AWS, Azure, or GCP to integrate ACI with hybrid and multi-cloud environments
  • Implement Zero Trust Security policies within ACI and ensure compliance with industry standards
  • Use APIC, SNMP, Syslog, and telemetry tools for proactive monitoring and performance tuning
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, document configurations, and provide knowledge-sharing sessions for operational teams
Compensation 
Hourly Rate Range - $40-$60/ hr 
Benefits Offered:
[Health, Dental, Vision Insurance]
Deadline: Applications accepted until 10/30/2025 at 11:59 PM CST
We are an Equal Pay Employer. All employment decisions, including compensation, benefits, hiring, training, and promotions, are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and regularly review our compensation practices to promote fairness, equity, and transparency across our organization.
 

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CEDENT strives to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where they can all develop professionally and build a rewarding career. As a result, we create an inclusive environment that is rich in diversity, acknowledges each individual's uniqueness and promotes respect, personal achievement and stewardship. Our clients are global and so is CEDENT. We build and maintain a global workforce that includes people from different backgrounds, with a vast range of skills and experience all united by a common culture and commitment to help our clients achieve high performance. Cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment makes business sense. Our peoples varied skills are the talent engine that powers CEDENT, enabling it in turn to deliver the innovative solutions that help our clients outperform competitors.

Industry

It services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Plano, TX, US

Year founded

2008