Implementation Engineer (Connectrix DCX-7 and 7730B / SANNav solutions)

Job Title:         Implementation Engineer (Connectrix DCX-7 and 7730B / SANNav solutions)

Duration:         480 Hours (3 Months) 

Location:         Remote

Description:

**Key Responsibilities**
* Describe Connectrix key features and capabilities, including their use in an IT environment
* Explain Connectrix management options and tools, including hardware and software configurations
* Provide in-depth knowledge of Connectrix architecture, key terminology, and hardware/software options
* Discuss the features and functions offered with B-series products, including FCOE capabilities
* Describe the Connectrix solution Dell EMC offers and its key use cases
* Identify different B-series switch and director models, as well as available blades
* List tasks for switch initial setup and management options for B-series products
* Explain the steps required for basic installation of B-series switches or directors
* Describe Fabric login and Name services, popular fabric topologies, and Fibre channel protocol
* Discuss Gen 6 director hardware and extension blade hardware/software overview
* Explain interoperability and support for Connectrix in CloudIQ
* Describe IO Insight introduction and MAPS updates
* Discuss IPEXT feature enhancements and deployment considerations for common fabric features
* Explain deployment considerations for zoning, fabric expansion, and fabric virtualization
* Describe steps required for basic installation of MDS series switches or directors
* Provide knowledge of platform software, licensing, security, and FabricOS updates
* Explain the 3 ESRS solutions and remote connectivity life cycle
* Describe the technical training video series from Brocade Education, including task-specific tools and procedures
* Explain the tools used to manage Connectrix B-Series and MDS-Series switches, as well as licensing schema
* Describe the knowledge required to install and perform maintenance on a Connectrix SAN environment
* Provide knowledge on MDS-series switches and director models, basic understanding of features and functions, and management options
**Requirements**
* In-depth knowledge of Connectrix DCX-7 and 7730B / SANNav solutions
* Strong understanding of network infrastructure and architecture
* Experience with Fibre channel protocol, its place in the OSI model, and addressing/naming conventions
* Familiarity with Gen 6 director hardware and extension blade hardware/software
* Ability to design, implement, and manage complex network infrastructure solutions
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
* Experience with remote connectivity and its various options
* Knowledge of platform software, licensing, security, and FabricOS updates
* Familiarity with the 3 ESRS solutions and remote connectivity life cycle
* Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and solutions
* Strong technical skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
* Experience with task-specific tools and procedures for Brocade products
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong understanding of SAN zoning, fabric expansion, and fabric virtualization
* Familiarity with IO Insight introduction and MAPS updates
* Experience with IPEXT feature enhancements and deployment considerations