Network Engineer - SECRET clearance required

Connection has a fantastic opportunity through our Technical Staffing division for a Network Engineer in Falls Church, VA. This is a full-time opportunity and offers outstanding benefits.

The candidate must possess a previous (within 2 years) or existing United Stated SECRET clearance.

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

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Familiarity with NAC platform, experience with ForeScout NAC 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.

Connection, a Fortune 1000 Global Solutions Provider, drives customer growth by calming the confusion of IT, guiding the connection between people and technology. The Connection brand includes Connection® Business Solutions, Connection® Enterprise Solutions, and Connection® Public Sector Solutions, which provide IT solutions and services to SMB, enterprise, and public sector markets. Connection holds hundreds of certifications with top vendors and offers expertise across multiple technology areas, delivering solutions to customers in over 174 countries.