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TEKsystems · 1 week ago

Cisco ISE Engineer Must Have DoD Clearance, CISSP Or CASP+

United States

Contract

Remote

Senior Level

$60/hr - $70/hr

5+ years exp

TEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Cisco ISE Engineer with DoD clearance and relevant cybersecurity certifications. The role involves assessing system compliance, leading the design and implementation of CISCO ISE solutions, and providing advanced troubleshooting and technical support for NAC-related issues.

Information Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Assess system compliance against NIST and DoD security requirements to include the NIST 800-53 controls and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs)

Lead the design and implementation of CISCO ISE and Centralized AAA solutions to ensure secure and compliant network access control

Configure, manage, and maintain NAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and security of the network infrastructure

Develop and enforce NAC policies and procedures in accordance with DoD standards and best practices

Provide advanced troubleshooting and technical support for NAC-related issues, working closely with network and security teams to resolve incidents

Design and deploy the CISCO ISE and Centralized AAA network architecture in accordance with industry best practices, Army and USACE policies

Conduct thorough analysis of current network infrastructure and recommend enhancements

Implement security controls and policies to regulate access to sensitive data and systems, ensuring least-privilege access is maintained

Serve as a subject matter expert, advising on best practices, emerging threats, and strategic security developments

Work collaboratively with IT, network, and security teams to create a seamless and secure user experience across all company platforms

Stay current with emerging security trends, threats, and best practices, and integrate this knowledge into the organization's security strategy

Qualification

CISCO ISECentralized AAACyber securityCISSPCASP+Vulnerability assessmentNISTSecurity policyIncident responseInformation securityRisk assessmentSupportMonitoringImplementationConfigurationContinuous monitoringVulnerability management

Required

Must Have DoD Clearance

CISSP Or CASP+

Proven expertise in CISCO ISE and Centralized AAA platform configuration, management, and integration

Excellent analytical skills

Strong experience in creating, performing, and documenting technology evaluations

Experience with integrating industry best practices for security into the engineering of complex systems

Collaborate openly and frankly with all internal and external partners, such as Government Engineers, Contractor Engineers, Contractor Operations staff, Management, and third-party vendors

Ability to handle high-pressure situations and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

Relevant cybersecurity certifications one or more such as CISSP, ISSEP, CISM, CEH, CRISC, CISA, OSCP, CCSP, or GSEC are required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field

A minimum of 5+ years of expertise in cybersecurity, with hands-on experience with a focus on vulnerability management and network security

Prior experience in implementing and managing security solutions in large, complex environments, preferably within the defense or government sectors