Network Security Engineer

Digital Management Llc; Pikesville (MD); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

DMI is seeking a Network Security Engineer to migrate Cisco ASA to Firepower Threat Defense and to assess an existing Cisco ISE deployment at the Pikesville, MD site. The position offers hybrid work and requires on-premise presence at 1201 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208.

The role emphasizes security engineering, TACACS enablement, remediation, and knowledge transfer sessions, with a strong emphasis on Cisco ISE expertise and high-level security strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field
• Master’s degree equal to 1 year of specialized + 2 years general experience
• 12+ years of computer-related experience
• 10+ years specialized experience in defining security requirements

Responsibilities

• Assess existing Cisco ISE deployment and review topology, configuration, logs and device integrations
• Enable TACACS and create AAA templates for admin use cases; provide remediation and KT sessions
• Lead the migration from Cisco ASA to Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) and consolidate features
• Conduct Wireless Health Check and provide optimization and remediation recommendations

Skills

ISE Expertise

Cisco Networking

Network Security

Hybrid Work

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering

Master's degree or equivalent experience

12+ years computer-related experience

10+ years specialized security experience

Tools

Cisco ASA

Cisco Firepower

Job description

About DMI

DMI is a leading global provider of digital services working at the intersection of public and private sectors. With broad capabilities across IT managed services, cybersecurity, cloud migration and application development, DMI provides on-site and remote support to clients within governments, healthcare, financial services, transportation, manufacturing, and other critical infrastructure sectors. DMI has grown to over 2,100+ employees globally and has been continually recognized as a Top Workplace in both regional and national categories.

About the Opportunity

DMI is seeking a Network Security Engineer to successfully complete the migration from two (2) pair of Cisco (high availability) ASA firewalls to Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) image, combining Cisco ASA and Firepower features into one hardware and software inclusive system. In addition, the candidate will perform an assessment of an existing Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) deployment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Task 2

Provide an assessment of an existing Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). Cisco ISE is currently deployed During this assessment the candidate will review:

• Deployment Topology of ISE Servers
  • Deployment Mode
  • Best Practices
  • Network Architecture
  • High Availability
  • GA Recommended Code Levels
• Review current Configuration.
• Review Logs
• Review Integration of Infrastructure Devices
• Review Golden Configs
• Review enhanced Authentication.

In addition:

• Enable TACACS for (3) admin use cases and create up to 3 AAA device templates.
• Provide remediation from the information collected during the Assessment Phase of this project.
• Knowledge Transfer Sessions.

Wireless Health Check, Primary WLC/Dashboard: Gather assessment services of the production Wireless LAN (WLAN) environment including optimization and remediation recommendations as necessary Assessment will be based on manufacturer recommended best Practices for WLAN Design and Deployment. A closure meeting with the Client will be scheduled to review the assessment findings.

Qualifications

Education and Years of Experience:

• a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in computer science, information systems, engineering, business, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
• A Master's Degree in one of the above disciplines is equal to one(1) year of specialized and two (2) years of general experience.
• An additional year of specialized experience may be substituted for the required education.
• Must have at least twelve (12) years of computer related experience.
• Must have at least ten (10) years of specializedexperience in defining computer security requirements for high-level applications, evaluation of approved security product capabilities, and security management.

Required and Desired Skills/Certifications: Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) Expertise.

Min Citizenship Status Required: US Citizen or valid work permit.

Physical Requirements: No Physical requirement needed for this position.

Location: Pikesville, Maryland

Work Arrangement: With the option of Hybrid – must work on-premise location at 1201 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville,MD21208

Minimum Salary Rate

$96,086

Median Salary Rate

$120,108