SITEC - CISCO ISE & Network Specialist - MacDill AFB

Peraton•MacDill AFB, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is hiring a Senior Network Engineer – Cisco ISE & Network Specialist to support the Special Operations Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) 3 Enterprise Operations and Maintenance Task Order at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida. The contract provides USSOCOM, its Component Commands, Theater Special Operations Commands, and deployed forces with operations and maintenance services, including network operations and infrastructure maintenance, end-user and common-device support, configuration and asset management, training, and install, move, add, and change services. The supported mission operates around the globe 24x7x365. The contractor will architect, engineer, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise network environments, with particular emphasis on Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), secure authentication, policy enforcement, and network access control across enterprise and classified domains. The role also designs and optimizes routing, switching, and network protocols; integrates ISE with network hardware, software, SIEM, ITSM, and cybersecurity platforms; and applies Zero Trust principles as needed to support segmentation, access controls, and DoD standards. The position develops technical documentation and network diagrams for hybrid and physical environments, provides Tier II/III support, monitors system health, tunes performance, and supports compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements. It also uses scripting and broad systems and networking expertise to automate operations and support scalable solutions across hybrid, virtual, and physical infrastructures.

Requirements

At least 12 years of experience with a high school diploma, 10 years with an associate degree, 8 years with a bachelor's degree, 6 years with a master's degree, or 3 years with a Ph.D.
Active DoW TS/SCI clearance.
DoW 8140 compliance under Work Role Code 441 – Network Operations Specialist, Intermediate level or higher.
DoD 8570 IAT II certification and CCNP.
Ability to configure, administer, and troubleshoot Cisco ISE and related integrations.
Experience designing and implementing secure, scalable network solutions across hybrid, virtual, and physical environments.
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network, authentication, and connectivity issues.
Ability to maintain network and ISE documentation and implement effective monitoring and visibility.
Proficiency with TCP/IP, SNMP, NetFlow, sFlow, Windows and Linux administration, and Cisco networking technologies.
Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, RADIUS, TACACS+, and related protocols.
Experience implementing network access control, Zero Trust, and enterprise security policies and controls.
Ability to integrate Cisco ISE with enterprise and third-party security and network platforms.
Ability to develop clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation and configuration records.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting complex security challenges.
Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security.
Cisco Certified Specialist – Security Identity Management (300-715 SISE).
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, configure, and maintain Cisco ISE solutions for secure authentication, policy enforcement, and network access control.
Design, deploy, and optimize enterprise network infrastructures using routing, switching, and network protocols expertise.
Integrate Cisco ISE with network hardware and software, as well as SIEM, ITSM, and cybersecurity platforms.
Implement and manage network access policies, granular access controls, and secure onboarding of users and devices.
Apply Zero Trust principles as needed to enhance segmentation and support compliance with DoD standards.
Create technical documentation, network diagrams, configuration records, and operational procedures for hybrid and physical environments.
Provide Tier II/III support, monitor system health, tune performance, and support regulatory and contractual compliance.
Design and deploy scalable networking solutions across hybrid, virtual, and physical USSOCOM enterprise infrastructures.
Use scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate network and security operations.