Network Engineer; DOD Secret Clearance

Connection has a fantastic opportunity through our Technical Staffing division for a long-term hybrid contract role in Falls Church, VA. The candidate must possess a previous (within 2 years) or existing United States SECRET clearance and must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.

About the role

The Network Engineer will focus on expanding the capabilities of the Network Access Control (NAC) system and will play a key role in the current NAC environment, working with a team to add new functionalities.

Responsibilities

• Work with the existing NAC system (experience with ForeScout, Cisco ISE, ClearPass, or similar NAC solutions)
• Analyze network traffic and device behavior to identify areas for NAC improvement
• Design and implement new NAC functionalities to enhance security posture
• Collaborate with security and network operations teams
• Document procedures and configurations for new NAC features

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Familiarity with NAC platforms; experience with ForeScout NAC is a plus
• 3-5 years of experience in network engineering or a similar role
• Strong understanding of network security concepts, including access control principles
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) is a plus
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Benefits

Outstanding benefits package included.