Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for two Cisco ISE Engineers to support our client’s contract needs. This position is located in the Raleigh, NC area and will be and can be a full remote position. Travel may be required up to 20%.

Responsibilities

The Network Engineer will be highly specialized in one or more phases of software systems development, systems integration, or network engineering. Provides technical assistance and advice on complex activities. Formulates / defines specifications, develops / modifies / maintains complex systems and subsystems, using vendor engineering releases and utilities for overall operational systems. Applies analytical techniques when gathering information from users, defining work problems, designing technology solutions, and developing procedures to resolve the problems. Develops complete specifications to enable computer programmers to prepare required programs. Analyzes methods of approach. Reviews task proposal requirements, gathers information, analyzes data, prepares project synopses, compares alternatives, prepares specifications, resolves processing problems, coordinates work with programmers and engineers, and orients users to new systems. Works with considerable freedom to make decisions on the techniques and approaches to be used. Prepares recommendations for system improvement for management and user consideration.

• Administer CISCO ISE

• Configure, administer, document custom policies for Network Access Controls

• High level troubleshooting of network and application issues

• Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.

• Working as Network Access Controls (NAC) ISE Engineer in managing, planning, and designing a framework for authenticating and authorizing national clients via various methods: to include dot1x and profiling; and to enforce compliance across remote VPN, wireless, and wired networks.

• Manage and build Cisco ISE VMWare servers: to include certificate management, licensing, and Integration with 3rd party application servers.

• Manage Cisco ISE Guest Network environment and users accounts.

• Assist in the onboarding and introduction of new endpoints onto the network via investigative testing and probing of endpoint attributes, protocols and behavior; to culminate in the creation and/or assignment of appropriate policy.

• Utilize Splunk to drive reporting and search for data collected from Cisco ISE.

• Perform packet captures and TCP dumps to analyze application traffic to troubleshoot issues related.

• Provide support for ISE related issues, including off-shift and weekend support functions.

• Utilize ServiceNow application to monitor troubleshoot and track all ISE related tickets.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 8+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• 5+ years experience withCisco ISE, Security device management and Traffic and log analysis

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, UDP/IP, DNS, DHCP

• Knowledge of TCP, understanding network, protocol and application traffic flows

• Ability to troubleshoot basic network issues including IPv6.

• Proven ability to multi-task

• Knowledge of best practices and IT operations in an always-up, always-available service

• Manages time effectively

• Creative thinking skills

• Detail-oriented personality

• Ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with co-workers

Clearance Required: be able to acquire and maintain USPS Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 20+ years of experience

• Experience with the following: Firewalls, Proxy, Switches/routers (Juniper Mist/Fortinet/Aruba)

• Cyber Security Skills

• Network and Log Analytics

• Proficient with application layer protocols – HTTP, SSH, SSL, etc

• Active federal experience

• USPS Public Trust or Active DOD Secret clearance

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $90,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-NC-Raleigh

ID 2024-4038

Category IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering & Operations

Position Type Full-Time