Network Engineer (NAC) - Active DOD Secret Clearance

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding benefits

Hybrid work model

Job summary

A technology staffing firm is seeking a Network Engineer in Falls Church, VA, to enhance the capabilities of the Network Access Control (NAC) system. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of network engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in IT, and familiarity with NAC solutions. This hybrid position requires a current DOD SECRET clearance. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3-5 years of experience in network engineering.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with the existing NAC system.
• Analyze network traffic for improvements.
• Design and implement new functionalities for NAC.

Skills

Network Access Control (NAC) experience

Network security concepts

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

ForeScout

Cisco ISE

ClearPass

Job description

Introduction

Elegant solutions to sophisticated problems. That’s what you deliver. Surround yourself with the team, resources, and support you need to design and build world-class IT solutions.

Overview

Connection has a fantastic opportunity through our Technical Staffing division for aNetwork Engineer in Falls Church, VA. Thisopportunity is Hybrid and offers outstanding benefits.

The candidate must possess a previous (within 2 years) or existing United Stated Department of Defense (DOD) SECRET clearance.

The Network Engineer will focus on expanding the capabilities of the Network Access Control (NAC) system and will play a key role in current NAC environment and working with a team to add new functionalities.

Responsibilities

• Work with the existing NAC system (experience with ForeScout, Cisco ISE, ClearPass, or similar NAC solutions).
• Analyze network traffic and device behavior to identify areas for NAC improvement.
• Design and implement new NAC functionalities to enhance security posture.
• Collaborate with security and network operations teams.
• Document procedures and configurations for new NAC features.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Familiarity with NAC platform, experience with ForeScout NAC a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in network engineering or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of network security concepts, including access control principles.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.