Network Authentication Administrator Level II

PLEASE NOTE:

• Client is requiring Hybrid work.
  
• Must be located into commutable distance to Baltimore, MD office to support on-site role requirements 2-3 times a week with our customer.
  
• This position requires from 25% to 50% travel to our customer site located in Baltimore, MD. This selected individual is required to be onsite 2-3 times a per week, as needed by our customer.
  
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
  

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

• Client is seeking an experienced Cisco ISE Network Engineer will be working on innovative network design and operation supporting our Client customer.
  
• This is an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and be a part of a first-class organization working on complex, leading edge network technology.
  
• In this role, the selected individual will be responsible for providing engineering expertise for complex multi-service networking.
  
• The identified Network Engineer is responsible for engineering, and supporting of the network design, deployment and operations for a large government customer located in Baltimore, Maryland.
  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze current network configurations and determine implementation requirements.
  
• Configure routing protocols, complex switch networks, and Fabric Path configurations
  
• Prepare network equipment for deployment by loading appropriate software and configuration setting according to pre-engineered design templates.
  
• Assemble required equipment, cables, adapters, etc. and arrange delivery to site for installation.
  
• Upgrade configuration of existing network equipment to support new features and functions.
  
• Work with field installation contractors while they are on-site and provide all technical details to complete installations.
  
• Continually review the customer's network and practices looking for opportunities to enhance network functionality, performance and reliability.
  
• Assist in the evaluation of potential network products or technical solutions.
  
• Test LAN/WAN and WLAN equipment software (i.e.: IOS, NXOS)
  
• Contribute to the development of network documentation, including diagrams, standards, specifications and operating procedures.
  
• Monitor for opportunities to enhance the customer network/system performance or reliability.
  
• Monitor for opportunities to improve the customer service delivery practices.
  
• Perform on-going management of network installation and upgrade projects and maintain deployment schedules.
  
• Provide guidance to team members and provide status metrics to Government customer and Peraton management.
  
• Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems. Periodically provide after-hours and weekend support.
  
• Maintain and extend expertise in applicable areas of network and computer hardware and software technology.
  
• Understand Network requirements of remote customer offices, campus buildings, and Data Centers. Define equipment, cables, adapters and configurations needed to upgrade buildings and sites to established standard.
  

Requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA with 8 years of experience, MS/MA and 6 years experience or 3 years with PhD, or High School Diploma and 11 years of related experience in lieu of degree requirement.
  
• Must have 4 years’ of experience administering and using the Cisco ISE platform
  
• Must have 4 years of experience in a System Administration discipline with experience administering VMware vCenter, Unix/Linux and Windows platforms.
  
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience with Cisco router and switch configuration commands and configuring network authentication using the TACACS and RADIUS protocols.
  
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience configuring management tools using to use the SNMP protocol as well as Microsoft Active Directory user account administration
  
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with Python scripting language
  
• Must have Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Certification.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passed the Cisco Certified Internetworking Professional – Enterprise Core exam within the last two years.
  
• A minimum 4 years of experience writing Python scripting language and Regular Expression
  
• A minimum 5 years of experience implementing Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) product in a large multi-data centers and enterprise environment.
  
• A minimum 5 years of experience deploying Cisco Virtual Private Network product such as Cisco ASA and Cisco Wireless LAN in a multi office and large campus environment.
  
• At least 5 years of experience working with physical media and equipment associated with each wired and wireless networking.
  
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical topics to management and non-technical audiences, as well as interface with the customer on a daily basis.