Senior NAC & Cisco Network Engineer — On-Site, Herndon

Emergent Technologies Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A veteran-owned IT solutions provider based in Herndon, VA is seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer specializing in Network Access Control (NAC). You will design and manage advanced NAC solutions using CISCO network devices, monitor network activities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires 16+ years of experience and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field. This position offers competitive salary and benefits while engaging in critical national security projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of relevant experience in network engineering.
• Proven SME in network engineering with a focus on network security.
• Extensive hands-on experience with CISCO technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced NAC solutions using CISCO devices.
• Monitor network activity to detect and mitigate security threats.
• Provide expert-level support for NAC-related technologies.

Skills

Expertise in Network Access Control (NAC)

CISCO network appliances

Strong understanding of network security principles

Effective communication skills

Experience translating security requirements into solutions

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering

Tools

CISCO firewalls (e.g., Cisco FTD)

Linux operating systems

Python scripting

Job description

A veteran-owned IT solutions provider based in Herndon, VA is seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer specializing in Network Access Control (NAC). You will design and manage advanced NAC solutions using CISCO network devices, monitor network activities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires 16+ years of experience and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field. This position offers competitive salary and benefits while engaging in critical national security projects.