CDW · 1 day ago
Cisco Network Security Engineer
California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions, and they are seeking a highly skilled Cisco Network Security Engineer. This role involves designing, configuring, and maintaining secure network architectures, implementing Cisco security platforms, and collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless security integration.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, configure, and maintain secure network architectures across classified environments
Implement and manage Cisco security platforms including routers, switches, firewalls, and security appliances
Administer and optimize Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for authentication, authorization, and network access control (NAC)
Monitor and assess network performance, security posture, and compliance
Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis
Support continuous improvement of network security policies, procedures, and best practices
Collaborate with cyber, systems, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless security integration
Prepare documentation, diagrams, and change requests in accordance with government standards
Participate in on-call, incident response, and scheduled maintenance as required
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI clearance (no exceptions)
5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or Network Security Engineer
Strong background in Cisco networking technologies (routing, switching, firewalls)
Proven experience with Cisco ISE deployment, configuration, and policy management
Hands-on experience with protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, 802.1X, TACACS+, and RADIUS
Familiarity with network hardening and cybersecurity principles aligned with DoD or federal guidelines
Ability to work on-site in Seal Beach, CA
Preferred
Cisco certifications such as CCNP Security, CCNP Enterprise, or CCIE (Security or Enterprise)
Experience in DoD or Intelligence Community environments
Knowledge of Cisco ASA, Firepower, or Secure Firewall Threat Defense (FTD)
Background with monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk) or automation (e.g., Python, Ansible)
Strong documentation skills and experience with change management processes
Company
CDW
At CDW, we know how to make technology work so people can do great things.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$58.74M2015-08-01Post Ipo Equity· $58.74M
2013-06-27IPO
2008-07-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Christine Leahy
President & CEO
Sanjay Sood
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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