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EPMA · 3 months ago

ACI Datacenter Segmentation Engineer -Onsite- Houston- W2 only- No C2C.

EPMA is a trusted leader in Project and Portfolio Management Services, seeking an ACI Datacenter Segmentation Engineer to join their team. The role involves leading the design and deployment of Cisco ACI and SD-Access solutions to enable segmentation and access control within enterprise networks.

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Responsibilities

Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of Cisco ACI fabric, including application profiles, endpoint groups (EPGs), and contracts
Architect and implement SD-Access across campus environments, integrating with Cisco DNA Center and ISE for identity-based access and policy enforcement
Develop and execute ACI segmentation strategies, including mapping user groups and endpoints using security group tags (SGTs) from ISE
Ensure seamless integration of campus switching, desktop VLANs, and data center networks within the ACI-based fabric
Oversee end-to-end segmentation and access control, from wired/wireless edge through the core network to the data center
Collaborate with security, desktop, and application teams to align segmentation with organizational access policies
Provide troubleshooting, optimization, and ongoing support for the ACI/SD-Access environment
Mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional project efforts

Qualification

Cisco ACICisco ISECisco DNA CenterSD-AccessACI segmentation designCampus switchingL2/L3 protocolsCisco certificationsAutomation PythonAutomation AnsibleHybrid cloud experienceProject leadershipCross-functional collaborationCommunication skills

Required

8+ years in enterprise networking, with deep, hands-on experience in Cisco ACI
Strong expertise with Cisco ISE, Cisco DNA Center, and SD-Access deployments
Demonstrated experience with ACI segmentation design and implementation (SGTs, EPGs, contracts)
Proficient in campus switching (Catalyst/Nexus) and integrating wired/wireless access into ACI fabric
Familiarity with enterprise security and access control principles
Strong understanding of L2/L3 protocols, routing, and multicast within ACI fabrics
Ability to lead projects independently, work cross-functionally, and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, Cisco Certified Specialist – ACI or SD-Access)
Experience with automation via Python, Ansible, or Cisco APIs
Familiarity with hybrid cloud or multi-site ACI environments

Company

EPMA

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Kaly Samadi
Chief Customer Officer (CCO)
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