SMX · 11 hours ago
Network Engineer (4962)
Patuxent River, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$86K/yr - $143K/yr
3+ years expSMX is seeking a Network Engineer to support their customer on-site at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. The role involves deploying and managing Cisco SDA solutions, configuring Cisco DNA Center, and implementing software-defined access for secure network management.
AnalyticsCloud ComputingCloud Data ServicesCloud SecurityCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyIT ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Deploy and manage Cisco SDA solutions for enterprise networks
Configure Cisco DNA Center for network automation, assurance, and policy enforcement
Implement software-defined access (SD-Access) for secure segmentation and simplified network management
Integrate SDA with existing network infrastructure to enhance scalability and agility
Configure and manage ISE for endpoint profiling, authentication, and authorization
Implement 802.1X authentication for wired, wireless, and VPN users
Integrate ISE with Active Directory, LDAP, and other identity management systems
Deploy posture assessment and remediation policies to ensure endpoint compliance
Qualification
Required
Clearance Required: Top Secret
Security+ or other IAT Level II certification
3+ years of related networking experience
Proficiency in network security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems
Hands-on experience with Cisco routers, switches, and wireless controllers
Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, Cisco Prime)
Knowledge of virtualization technologies and cloud networking (e.g., VMware, AWS, Azure)
Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, etc.)
Knowledge of ISE integration with third-party security tools for enhanced threat detection and response
Knowledge of fabric technologies, including VXLAN, LISP, and TrustSec, for secure and efficient data transport
Advanced knowledge of Cisco ISE for network access control and policy enforcement
Proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing enterprise networks using Cisco SDA and ISE
Experience in large-scale network migrations and upgrades
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving complex network issues
Strong communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Ability to document network designs, configurations, and policies effectively
Leadership and mentoring capabilities to guide junior engineers and support team development
Preferred
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise. (Preferable, not required)
Additional certifications in cybersecurity or cloud technologies (e.g., CISSP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid leave
Retirement
Company
SMX
SMX is a provider of information technology (IT), services, and advanced engineering with a focus on Cloud Solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Peter LaMontagne
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-11-24
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