Senior Network Architect — Zero Trust & ISE

Fourways Consulting; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Network SME / Network Architect to design and secure enterprise network environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience with Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and various firewall technologies. Responsibilities include implementing Zero Trust security architectures and collaborating with cybersecurity teams. This full-time position requires hands-on expertise and excellent troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, SME, or architecture roles.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and NAC.
• Deep experience with firewalls: ASA, FTD, Palo Alto, Fortinet.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect secure enterprise network and access control solutions.
• Implement and manage Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and NAC environments.
• Define and enforce Zero Trust network security architectures.
• Configure and optimize firewalls (ASA, FTD, Palo Alto, Fortinet).
• Troubleshoot complex network and security issues across layers.

Skills

Cisco ISE

802.1X

NAC

ASA Firewalls

Palo Alto Firewalls

Fortinet Firewalls

Zero Trust Principles

Network Security

VPN Configuration

Troubleshooting Skills

Job description

A consulting firm in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Network SME / Network Architect to design and secure enterprise network environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience with Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and various firewall technologies. Responsibilities include implementing Zero Trust security architectures and collaborating with cybersecurity teams. This full-time position requires hands-on expertise and excellent troubleshooting skills.