Required Skills:
6+ years of experience in network security with 3+ years of direct Cisco ISE administration and support.
Solid understanding of AAA protocols (RADIUS, TACACS+) and 802.1X configurations.
Experience integrating ISE with Active Directory and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
Hands-on expertise with ISE profiling, posture assessment, and guest access.
Proficient in troubleshooting network authentication and security issues.
Valuable understanding of network protocols, switches, and wireless infrastructure.
Possess at least basic working knowledge of other security technologies like firewalls since they would occasionally be interacting with these security teams as well.
Preferred Skills:
Cisco certifications such as CCNP Security, Cisco ISE Specialist, or equivalent.
Familiarity with Cisco DNA Center and Software-Defined Access (SD-Access).
Experience with scripting (Python, Ansible) for network automation.
Knowledge of ITIL processes for incident, change, and problem management.