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# Data Center Network Engineer

- **Company:** GDH Consulting
- **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $143,458.0 - $154,586.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Complex Networks, Data Centers, Domain Name System (DNS), Network Connections, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Load Balancing, Firewall Services Module, Cisco Switches, Citrix Netscaler
- **Published:** July 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://gdhinc.com/jobs/net-developer-113027/

## About the Role

* Proven experience with enterprise routing and switching across data center environments.
 * Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus and Cisco Catalyst platforms.
 * Familiarity with load balancer migration, including Citrix NetScaler and F5.
 * Working knowledge of Infoblox DNS management tools.
 * Understanding of firewall rules and security policies, including the impact of network changes.
 * Ability to support network migration, decommissioning, and infrastructure validation projects.
 * Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in cross-functional settings.
 * Availability to support occasional onsite activities in Pittsburgh, PA.
 * Relevant certifications such as CCNP Enterprise or Data Center preferred; CCIE certifications are a plus.
 * ITIL Foundation certification is a plus.

## Description

This position involves managing enterprise networking infrastructure with a focus on routing and switching within data center environments. The role requires coordination with cross-functional teams to support migration, decommissioning, and validation of network systems. Candidates will be responsible for executing complex network changes and ensuring system integrity during infrastructure transitions., * Plan and execute enterprise data center decommissioning activities, including project coordination and execution.

 * Conduct comprehensive network assessments to identify infrastructure targeted for retirement or consolidation.
 * Implement routing and switching modifications to facilitate workload and service migrations.
 * Support the migration and decommissioning of load balancers such as Citrix NetScaler and F5, ensuring minimal service disruption.
 * Manage DNS updates and migration activities utilizing Infoblox DNS management tools.
 * Navigate Cisco ACI fabrics to identify tenants, policies, and network objects involved in decommission efforts.
 * Validate network connectivity and performance following infrastructure changes and document all modifications.
 * Adhere to established change management processes and collaborate with network, security, and infrastructure teams.
 * Support onsite activities as required, occasionally working in Pittsburgh, PA.
 * Ensure compliance with security policies and effectively communicate complex network changes to stakeholders.


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