Network Engineer - Senior

New Directions Technologies, Inc; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Technologies, Inc. seeks a highly skilled Cisco Enterprise Engineer to design, build, and defend a Zero Trust Network Security architecture for critical network infrastructures at Warfare Centers.

You will implement Cisco ISE, Catalyst Center, SD‑WAN, and related security technologies, and ensure scalable, reliable operations with robust AAA controls and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain DoD security clearance for duration of employment.
• Bachelor’s degree as listed in requirements.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Experience with Cisco ISE/NAC and defining AAA controls.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement enterprise Cisco ISE solutions integrated with third‑party tools.
• Automate and manage network using Catalyst Center and SD‑WAN for policy enforcement.
• Integrate Cisco tech (ISE, Catalyst Center, SD‑WAN, WLC, and Splunk).
• Configure robust AAA with RADIUS and TACACS+ to enforce Zero Trust.
• Troubleshoot Cisco NAC, SDN, and core networking issues; document assets under configuration control.

Skills

CCNA

CCNP

Cisco ISE

NAC

AAA configuration

RADIUS

TACACS+

WLC

SDN/Catalyst Center

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, CS, or IS

Tools

Cisco Catalyst Center

SD-WAN

Splunk

Job description

Location:

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:

• 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 $79,040 to $101,920 but is subject to change.