Cisco ISE Network Engineer

Title: Network / Systems Analyst Location: BOC 1006 E Bearss Ave, Lutz, FL 33549 Duration: 6 Months contract Hours: M-F 8am -5pm Openings: 2 Hybrid: 4 days onsite Key Requirements: Hands‑on experience with Cisco ISE, network segmentation, or Catalyst Center Responsibilities Patch and upgrade Cisco network equipment (routers and switches), conduct vulnerability assessments, and support design and implementation of secure, resilient network infrastructure. Design, implement, and manage LAN, WAN, SDN, Cisco ACI fabrics, and OT networks for high availability, performance, scalability, and reliability. Deploy, maintain, and optimize Cisco network technologies including routers, switches, wireless access points, and ACI components with proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and lifecycle upgrades. Enhance network security and compliance by developing, implementing, and enforcing policies related to segmentation, NAC enforcement, and industry‑aligned standards and regulatory requirements. Implement and maintain network segmentation strategies, including micro‑segmentation and policy‑based controls across ACI and traditional environments. Administer NAC technologies such as Cisco ISE, ensuring secure device authentication, access enforcement, and continuous posture assessments. Monitor, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues related to network infrastructure, DDoS protection, NAC, segmentation policies, and load balancer load balancers. Provide project leadership and collaborate with peers on network security, segmentation strategy, and compliance initiatives. Required Experience 5–7 years of experience planning, designing, implementing, and supporting new and existing network systems. Extensive hands‑on experience with Cisco routers, switches, wireless access points, and route/switch configuration. Strong background in patching and upgrading Cisco network equipment. Proficiency in router/switch configuration and break‑fix troubleshooting. 8 years of experience in network management focusing on Cisco technologies, WAN, SDN, and ACI environments. Experience implementing network segmentation and NAC enforcement. Preferred Experience with data center architectures, OT network environments, and regulated industries such as utilities. Experience with cloud, compute, and storage ecosystems, ITIL processes, and vendor/operations management. Advanced IP networking knowledge and understanding of industry‑specific compliance and regulatory requirements. Familiarity with network licensing optimization, cloud networking solutions, and modern hybrid architectures. Commitment to staying current with technological advancements and best practices. Licenses / Certifications CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent professional certifications. Additional certifications in Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, or SDN networking are advantageous. Nice‑to‑have Skills Experience with load balancers (NetScaler, F5). Experience using SolarWinds, Net Flow or similar network monitoring tools. Exposure to DDoS protection solutions. Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities Patching and upgrading Cisco routers and switches, vulnerability remediation, and maintaining secure operational readiness. Designing, implementing, and supporting network infrastructure across Power Plants, Solar Fields, and Control Centers with Cisco routers, switches, wireless APs, and ACI fabrics. Performing network device replacements, upgrades, and lifecycle refreshes across multiple sites. Partnering with cross‑functional teams for seamless deployment of server, storage, and infrastructure components. Monitoring, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving issues related to network infrastructure, DDoS protection, NAC, segmentation policies, and NetScaler load balancers. Providing project leadership and collaborating with peers on network security, segmentation strategy, and compliance initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobs via Dice