SC Cleared Cisco Network Engineer

Summary: The SC Cleared Cisco Network Engineer role is a 5-month initial contract based in Leeds, requiring candidates to hold active SC clearance. The position focuses on utilizing Cisco technologies for network security, automation, and troubleshooting. Candidates must demonstrate proven experience with Next-Generation Firewalls, Cisco Identity Services Engine, and Cisco Catalyst Center. The role is within a leading consultancy firm, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience and problem-solving capabilities in network environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily configuration, administration, troubleshooting, and optimization of Next-Generation Firewalls using Firepower Management Console.
• Management of network security and policy enforcement using Cisco Identity Services Engine, including authentication and authorization.
• Configuration, administration, patching, and upgrading of Cisco Catalyst Center for network automation and monitoring.
• Utilization of industry-standard tools for diagnosing, isolating, and resolving network and security issues efficiently.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience with Cisco technologies, specifically Firepower Management Console, Cisco Identity Services Engine, and Cisco Catalyst Center.
• Strong troubleshooting methodologies and hands-on experience with relevant tools.
• Active SC clearance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced consultancy environment.

Salary (Rate): £481

City: Leeds

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT