Network Engineer NAC SME

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Location:

On-Site | Herndon, VA Company:
Emergent Technologies Inc.

Emergent Technologies Inc., a veteran-owned provider of cutting-edge IT and engineering solutions, is seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer (SME Level) with deep expertise in Network Access Control (NAC) and CISCO network appliances. This role supports a mission-critical program for a key government client and offers the opportunity to lead the design and implementation of secure network access strategies in a high-impact, on-site environment.

• Design, implement, and manage advanced NAC solutions using CISCO network devices, including load balancers, LINUX servers, and CISCO appliances
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot NAC policies, profiles, and enforcement mechanisms
• Monitor network activity to detect, analyze, and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure NAC strategies align with enterprise network security objectives
• Evaluate and recommend new NAC tools and vendors to enhance network protection
• Provide expert-level technical support and mentorship to internal and external teams on NAC-related technologies and challenges
• Stay informed on evolving network security best practices and emerging NAC technologies

• Minimum 16 years of relevant experience in network engineering
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
• Proven Subject Matter Expert (SME) in network engineering with a specialized focus on network security and NAC
• Extensive hands‑on experience with CISCO technologies, including firewalls (e.g., Cisco FTD), routers, switches, and NAC tools
• Strong understanding of network security principles and network protocols (TCP/IP, OSI model)
• Experience translating complex security requirements into scalable, enterprise‑grade NAC solutions
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment

• Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for NAC policy creation, profiling, and enforcement
• Industry certifications such as: CCNA Security, CCNP Security, CCIE Security, Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA)
• Proficiency with Linux operating systems and Python scripting
• Experience working with a broad range of network technologies and architectures
• Strong understanding of network design principles and systems engineering concepts
• Experience extending on‑premise networks to cloud and hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle)
• Experience managing NAC policies across diverse endpoint environments

• Contribute to high‑impact national security and government initiatives
• Join a technically advanced, veteran‑owned team with a culture of integrity, innovation, and excellence
• Engage in complex, meaningful work in a secure, on‑site environment
• Receive competitive salary and benefits in a mission‑driven organization

If you're a senior‑level network engineer with deep NAC expertise looking to lead critical infrastructure security efforts, apply now to join Emergent Technologies Inc. in Herndon, VA.