The Network Access Control (NAC) Engineer will deliver effective onsite and remote network support firm wide: design, implement, evaluate, maintain, monitor, report, manage and support of various network related hardware and software. This position will provide support for various projects, new installations, hardware upgrades, modifications, and application upgrades.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Day to day administration of firm-wide NAC Systems (implement and manage).
• Provides network access for various projects, such as new installations, server hardware and software upgrades and application upgrades. Create access polices to enhance security posture.
• Micro-segmentation experience in data centers and/or cloud environment using Guardicore.
• Configuration/modification Firewall Security products (particularly Cisco ASA and/or Palo Alto) to work with network access control.
• Monitor and report on NAC related systems.
• Support, design and implement network solutions and manage network upgrades including but not limited to LAN, WAN and Firewall.
• Analyzes and resolves NAC related issues and responds to user requests in a timely manner. Works with IT Staff to determine specific needs and how to best implement technical solutions. Analyzes potential impact of new threats and exploits and communicates risks to relevant management.
• Provide network solutions for both co-located data centers and cloud-based systems, Azure.
• Writes scripts to facilitate automation and ensure accuracy of routine tasks.
• Creates written documentation of systems design and capabilities, and updates IT management as required.
• Identifies and recommends new technologies that will increase the overall efficiency of the firm’s network systems.
• Evaluates new products and maintain awareness of industry updates.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of existing computer system from the infrastructure to the desktop with the purpose of finding improvements.
• Maintains an inventory of all network related software and hardware.
• Works with IT staff on any and all technology related issues and provides emergency support on major systems or problems when necessary. Provides assistance to other offices as required.
• Implements network related updates and patches in accordance with firm policy.
• Often requires evening and weekend work to implement service affecting changes.
• Performs other technology related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• A Bachelor’s degree in a computer related field from an accredited college or University is required. Equivalent combination of an associate’s degree and experience in Computer Science field will be acceptable. Cisco certification: CCNP required.
• Three to five years of experience and certified proficiency with Cisco networks or other industry leading NAC systems (like Forescout and FortiNAC etc..) including configuring and supporting routers, switches ( including Nexus core switches) and ASA firewalls.
• Deep knowledge and experience with NAC configuration and implementation.
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF).
• Micro segmentation experience preferably Guardicore.
• Experience automating the administration of systems through scripting and APIs a plus.
• A thorough knowledge of current Cisco, IOS, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, network communication protocols, SAN, switching and routing, VPN, virtualization and load balancing systems. Knowledge of scripting Cisco IOS.
• Strong knowledge of IEEE 802.1x network authentication.
• Advanced knowledge of multiple operating systems and platforms, internet and other related technologies.
• Exceptional information analysis abilities; ability to perform independent analysis and distill relevant findings and root cause.
• Knowledge of information systems security concepts and technologies; network architecture; general database concepts; document management; hardware and software troubleshooting and security tools.
• Ability to work extremely well under pressure while maintaining a professional image and approach.
• Strong analytical writing skills to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively; experience creating and presenting documentation and management reports.
• Team player with proven ability to work effectively with other business units, IT management and staff, vendors, and consultants.
• Strong communication skills such as planning and leading effective meetings, conducting structured interviews to collect information, interpersonal and negotiation skills, and presenting to a variety of audiences.
