Sr. Network Infrastructure Security Engineer

Location: Hybrid 3 days a week on site in Plano, TX; Columbus, OH; or Jersey City, NJ

Address: Plano, TX 75024

Duration: 6 Months, possibility to extend

Rate: $70-$78 per hour W2

$90-$95 per hour C2C

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead NAC Solution Implementation & Optimization:
• Lead the strategic design, implementation, and optimization of NAC solutions, ensuring they provide secure, policy-driven access to the network for users, devices, and applications.
• Oversee the deployment, configuration, and management of NAC technologies (e.g., Cisco ISE, ForeScout, Aruba ClearPass) to enhance network access security and efficiency.
• Ensure the seamless integration of NAC systems with existing network security tools such as firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and security information and event management (SIEM) platforms.
• Access Policy Leadership:
• Develop and enforce robust network access policies, tailored to specific user roles, device types, locations, and compliance needs, particularly within the banking and financial services industry.
• Lead efforts to enforce Zero Trust architecture principles, leveraging NAC to ensure only authenticated and authorized devices gain access to sensitive systems.
• Provide thought leadership on evolving access control policies, including managing policies for BYOD, guest access, and other specialized scenarios.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Security Architecture Integration:
• Work closely with other senior network, security, and compliance teams to design and implement integrated access control solutions across the organization's network infrastructure.
• Lead the integration of NAC systems with security infrastructure, ensuring alignment with other security initiatives and threat intelligence platforms.
• Ensure NAC solutions and access control mechanisms adhere to industry compliance standards such as PCI-DSS, SOX, GDPR, and other relevant banking regulations.
• Security Auditing & Compliance Leadership:
• Oversee and manage the auditing process for NAC solutions, ensuring that access policies are in line with compliance frameworks and regulations.
• Lead internal audits and work with external auditors to assess the effectiveness of NAC systems and associated policies.
• Review network access logs, generate reports, and provide recommendations for improvements to meet security and compliance standards.
• Continuous Improvement & Strategic Initiatives:
• Lead efforts to continually assess and upgrade NAC systems, ensuring they remain effective in protecting the organization's network while supporting the dynamic needs of the business.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging NAC technologies and industry best practices to improve security, reduce risks, and drive operational efficiency.
• Participate in the development of long-term network security strategies and roadmap, aligning NAC initiatives with the organization's evolving security needs.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). A Master's degree is a plus.
• Certifications:
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or higher, especially in Security.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Network Security Professional (CNSP).
• Vendor-specific certifications such as Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) or Aruba ClearPass are highly desirable.
• Experience:
• 10+ years of experience in network security engineering with a strong emphasis on NAC solutions, network architecture, and security policy management.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Cisco ISE and other NAC technologies in large, complex, and regulated environments.
• Proven experience leading the implementation, upgrade, and optimization of NAC systems within large enterprises or highly regulated industries like banking.
• Strong understanding of 802.1X, RADIUS, VPNs, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation techniques.
• Skills:
• In-depth expertise in designing and managing NAC systems and access control policies for secure network operations.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, including 802.1X, RADIUS, and VPN technologies, as well as integration with network security infrastructure.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, with a demonstrated ability to resolve complex network access and security incidents quickly and effectively.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive change across cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in network security compliance frameworks (PCI-DSS, SOX, GDPR) and experience with banking and financial services regulations.
  
  

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