Network Engineer - Senior

New Directions Technologies, Inc; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Technologies, Inc. in Oxnard is seeking a Cisco Enterprise Engineer to design, build, and defend a Zero Trust Network Security architecture.

The role focuses on Cisco ISE, Catalyst Center, SD-WAN, and Secure Workload to implement robust AAA frameworks while ensuring scalable, secure networks for warfare centers. Responsibilities include deploying ISE with third-party integrations, automating via Catalyst Center, and maintaining detailed documentation.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor's level degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Strong experience with Cisco ISE and NAC.
• Experience with AAA configuration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Cisco networking technologies (WLC, APs, ISR routers) and SDN.

Responsibilities

• Architect and Implement: Design and deploy enterprise-level Cisco ISE solutions, integrating them with third-party tools to meet mission-critical business requirements.
• Automate and Manage: Leverage Catalyst Center and SD-WAN for network automation, assurance, and policy enforcement across the software-defined network.
• Integrations: Integrate Cisco technologies such as ISE, Catalyst Center, SD-WAN, WLC and Splunk.
• Secure and Enforce Policy: Develop and configure robust network access policies in ISE, including AAA frameworks using RADIUS and TACACS+, to enforce Zero Trust security across all segments.
• Troubleshoot and Resolve: Serve as SME 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.

Skills

Cisco ISE

NAC

AAA configuration

SD-WAN

Splunk

Firepower

CCNA

CCNP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems

Tools

Catalyst Center

WLC

Catalyst switches

SDN

Cisco Secure Workload

Job description

Location:

Oxnard Office

Status:

Full Time

Job Description:

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.

Other responsibilities include:

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 requirements.
• 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.

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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 TACACS+.

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

Salary: the expected salary for this position is $83,200 to $106,080 but is subject to change.