Network Engineer - Network Access Control and CISCO

Emergent Technologies•Reston, VA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Emergent Technologies Inc., a veteran-owned provider of cutting-edge IT and engineering solutions, is seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer (SME Level) with deep expertise in Network Access Control (NAC) and CISCO network appliances. This role supports a mission-critical program for a key government client and offers the opportunity to lead the design and implementation of secure network access strategies in a high-impact, on-site environment.

Requirements

Minimum 16 years of relevant experience in network engineering
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
Proven Subject Matter Expert (SME) in network engineering with a specialized focus on network security and NAC
Extensive hands-on experience with CISCO technologies, including firewalls (e.g., Cisco FTD), routers, switches, and NAC tools
Strong understanding of network security principles and network protocols (TCP/IP, OSI model)
Experience translating complex security requirements into scalable, enterprise-grade NAC solutions
Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for NAC policy creation, profiling, and enforcement
Industry certifications such as: CCNA Security, CCNP Security, CCIE Security, Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA)
Proficiency with Linux operating systems and Python scripting
Experience working with a broad range of network technologies and architectures
Strong understanding of network design principles and systems engineering concepts
Experience extending on-premise networks to cloud and hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle)

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage advanced NAC solutions using CISCO network devices, including load balancers, LINUX servers, and CISCO appliances
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot NAC policies, profiles, and enforcement mechanisms
Monitor network activity to detect, analyze, and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure NAC strategies align with enterprise network security objectives
Evaluate and recommend new NAC tools and vendors to enhance network protection
Provide expert-level technical support and mentorship to internal and external teams on NAC-related technologies and challenges
Stay informed on evolving network security best practices and emerging NAC technologies