Zero-Trust Cisco Network Security Engineer

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

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.