Network Engineer - Network Access Control and CISCO

Job Description

Job DescriptionBenefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Now Hiring: Network Access Control (NAC) Subject Matter Expert (SME) Network Engineer
POS-5036
Location: On-Site | Herndon, VA
Company: Emergent Technologies Inc.

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.

Key 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
  
  

Required Education & Experience

• Minimum 16 years of relevant experience in network engineering
  
  
• Bachelors or Masters 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
  
  

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• 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)
  
  
• Experience managing NAC policies across diverse endpoint environments
  
  

Why Join Emergent Technologies Inc.?

• Contribute to high-impact national security and government initiatives
  
  
• Join a technically advanced, veteran-owned team with a culture of integrity, innovation, and excellence
  
  
• Engage in complex, meaningful work in a secure, on-site environment
  
  
• Receive competitive salary and benefits in a mission-driven organization
  
  

If you're a senior-level network engineer with deep NAC expertise looking to lead critical infrastructure security efforts, apply now to join Emergent Technologies Inc. in Herndon, VA.