Network Consulting Engineer (UCS)

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design, implement, and manage Cisco UCS infrastructure including Fabric Interconnects, Blade Servers, and Rack Servers. 
• Configure and maintain UCS Manager and UCS Central. 
• Perform upgrades, firmware management, and patching on UCS components. 
• Monitor server performance and proactively resolve hardware or configuration issues. 
• Work with virtualization teams to integrate UCS with VMware vSphere or other hypervisors. 
• Collaborate with storage and network teams to ensure end-to-end functionality and performance. 
• Maintain documentation for UCS configurations, procedures, and topology. 
• Provide on-call support and participate in disaster recovery planning and implementation. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents, including working with Cisco TAC when needed. 

Qualifications: 

• 3–7 years of experience managing Cisco UCS systems in a production environment. 
• Strong knowledge of Cisco UCS Manager, Fabric Interconnects (6200/6300/6400 series), and chassis components. 
• Hands-on experience with B-Series Blade Servers and C-Series Rack Servers. 
• Proficient in integration with VMware ESXi and vCenter. 
• Good understanding of SAN/NAS storage and Fibre Channel connectivity. 
• Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, or UCS PowerTool) is a plus. 
• Familiarity with Red Hat Linux, Windows Server, or other OS installations and deployments via UCS. 
• Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA Data Center, CCNP Data Center) are a plus. 

Preferred Skills:  

• Experience with hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) or Cisco HyperFlex. 
• Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Cisco Intersight, SolarWinds, or Nagios. 
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management