Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 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
- 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
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.
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