Job Title: Cisco ASA / Network Security Engineer
Location: US (Remote)
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Cisco ASA / Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure and high-performance Cisco network environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls (ASA/Firepower), and VPN technologies. You will ensure network availability, optimize performance, and support mission-critical applications while collaborating with cross-functional technology teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and troubleshoot Cisco network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls (ASA/Firepower), and VPNs.
Configure and maintain Cisco IOS/IOS-XE/NX-OS devices, performing regular updates and optimizations.
Integrate Cisco solutions with other technologies to ensure secure and reliable application delivery.
Monitor and optimize LAN/WAN performance and network reliability.
Propose and implement system enhancements to improve network performance and security.
Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and resolution across Cisco platforms.
Collaborate with network, security, and systems teams to achieve shared objectives.
Develop technical documentation, procedures, and knowledge base articles for network operations.
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering with Cisco products.
Strong expertise in Cisco routing and switching, ASA/Firepower firewalls, and VPN technologies.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Cisco Certifications: CCNP or higher (CCIE strongly preferred).
F5 Certification: F5-CA or F5-CTS.
DoD Certification: IAT Level II or higher (Security+, CCNA Security, etc.).
Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance.