Network Engineer - Network Access Control and CISCO

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

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 youre 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.