Network Engineer

This position requires U.S Citizenship, a DoD Security Clearance (NOT ACCEPTED - H1B, F1, or Greencard/Permanent Resident), and the ability to work onsite (remote/telework is not an option) - no exceptions.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cisco Enterprise Engineer for a critical opportunity to design, build, and defend a Zero Trust Network Security architecture. The ideal candidate will leverage a deep understanding of modern Cisco technologies—including Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Catalyst Center, SD-WAN, and Cisco Secure Workload—to implement robust Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) frameworks. This role requires strong experience in network security and troubleshooting to ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of critical network infrastructures at Warfare Centers.

Job Description

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for a variety of critical security and networking tasks, including:

• Architect and Implement: Design and deploy enterprise-level Cisco ISE solutions, integrating them with third-party tools to meet mission-critical business requirement.
• Automate and Manage: Leverage Cisco Catalyst Center and SD-WAN for network automation, assurance, and policy enforcement across the software-defined network.
• Integrations: Integrate several Cisco technologies such as ISE, Catalyst Center, SD-WAN, Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) and Splunk.
• Secure and Enforce Policy: Develop and configure robust network access policies in Cisco ISE, including comprehensive Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) frameworks using protocols like RADIUS and TACACS , to enforce Zero Trust security across all network segments.
• Troubleshoot and Resolve: Serve as a subject matter expert for Cisco NAC, SDN, and core networking technologies, resolving complex issues related to authentication, fabric overlays, and security.
• Maintain and Document: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all assets under configuration control, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

• Due to customer requirements, U.S Citizenship is required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoW Security Clearance for duration of employment.
• Bachelor’s level degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
• CompTIA Security certification.

A strong foundation in network engineering, demonstrated by one of the following:

• 5 years of relevant experience with a CCNA certification.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience with a CCNP certification.
• Proven, hands-on experience with Cisco ISE and network access control (NAC) solutions.
• Strong experience with Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) configuration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with core Cisco networking technologies (e.g., WLC, APs, Catalyst switches, ISR routers), SDN technologies (e.g., Catalyst Center, SD-WAN, ACI) and security products (e.g., Firepower Threat Defense Firewalls, Secure Client VPN).
• In-depth knowledge of network security principles and protocols, including RADIUS and TA CACS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center for network management and automation.
• Knowledge of software-defined networking (SDN) principles and technologies.
• Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)Advanced certification, such as a CCIE Experience with log analysis and security monitoring using Splunk