Senior Data Center Network Engineer, New York City

W2 Role (Visa Independent) Title: Senior Data Center Network Engineer Location: NY, NY (3 days per week onsite - HYBRID) Length: 6+ months Key Responsibilities• Conduct network audits to identify devices targeted for decommissioning • Back up configurations, VLAN databases, and routing tables prior to any retirement activity• Design and execute traffic migration strategies to reroute services before decommissioning • Decommission routers, switches, and firewalls; update network diagrams and topology documentation accordingly • Migrate legacy platforms (e.g., Catalyst 6500, Brocade) to modern infrastructure (Nexus 7K/5K/2K) as part of consolidation efforts• Lead terminal server consolidation and streamline out-of-band access methods • Perform post-migration validation (PAT/NRFU) to confirm service continuity • Operate within change-controlled environments with CAB approval processes • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate decommission timelinesRequired Technical Skills• Routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS • Switching: VLANs, VTP, STP/MSTP, EtherChannel, vPC, VDC, OTV • Cisco Nexus (9K, 7K, 5K, 2K), Catalyst (6500, 9300, 4500), ASR routers • Cisco ACI Spine-Leaf architecture, fabric path, legacy integration • Juniper MX/EX switches and routersa plus• F5 BIG-IP LTM/GTM experience a plus • EVPN, VXLAN, data center fabric technologies • Python scripting and/or Ansible for configuration auditing and automation • NMS tools: SolarWinds, CiscoWorks, or equivalent • Proficient in network diagramming (Visio or equivalent) Certifications• CCNP required (Enterprise or Data Center track) • CCIE Data Center strongly preferred • PMP or ITIL Foundation a plus If interested, send the resume to