Job Role: Network Administrator
Location: Hartford, CT
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Job Description
10+ yr Network Administrator
Strong Knowledge and hands on experience on Cisco ISE, cisco Wireless n ISE
1. Cisco ISE Profession/Expert level certification
2. Cisco certifications such as CCNP Security or CCIE Security to demonstrate expertise in network access control and identity management with Cisco ISE
Role Description:
1. Design and architect scalable Cisco ISE deployments, considering factors such as high availability, redundancy, and performance optimization
2. Develop detailed network diagrams, including physical and logical topologies, for Cisco ISE deployments
3. Configure Cisco ISE nodes, personas (Administration, Policy Service, and Monitoring), and services (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting).
4. Implement identity sources such as Active Directory, Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP), and external RADIUS servers for user authentication
5. Create and customize authentication and authorization policies using Cisco ISE Policy Sets, Policy Elements, and Policy Conditions
6. Configure Cisco ISE Profiler policies to classify and enforce access controls based on device types and attributes
7. Integrate Cisco ISE with Cisco switches (e.g., Catalyst, Nexus) using IEEE 802.1X, Cisco TrustSec, and Cisco AnyConnect for secure network access
8. Implement Cisco ISE pxGrid integration with third-party security products for real-time threat detection and response
9. Troubleshooting skills on Cisco ISE to resolve authentication and authorization issues
10. Implement Cisco ISE Posture Assessment policies to enforce endpoint security compliance with organizational policies and industry standards (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS).
11. Should be able to configure Cisco ISE Guest Services to provide secure guest access with self-registration, sponsor approval workflows, and captive portal authentication.
12. Document Cisco ISE deployment configurations, including network device profiles, identity stores, authentication and authorization policies, and posture assessment rules
13. Perform Cisco ISE software upgrades, patches, and hotfix installation per Cisco recommendations
14. Collaborate with IT security teams to define and implement Cisco ISE Threat-Centric NAC policies for dynamic threat containment and response
15. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, assess risks, and provide recommendations for enhancing network security posture with Cisco ISE
16. Network devices configuration, administration and troubleshooting skills
17. Deep understanding and troubleshooting skills of TCP/IP, Switching & Routing protocols, WLAN, ISE platform
18. Knowledge and experience in STP, VTP, HSRP, VLAN, QoS and other switching technologies
19. Prepare/update HLD & LLD and technical project documentation or presentation
20. Product knowledge: Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) Cisco Router (ISR, ASR) Switches -- Nexus 9K/7K/2K, Cisco 6500/4500/3750/2960 Cisco Wireless
Good-To-Have
1. Cisco ISE Profession/Expert level certification
2. Cisco certifications such as CCNP Security or CCIE Security to demonstrate expertise in network access control and identity management with Cisco ISE
