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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Cisco Security Engineer to implement and support advanced Cisco security solutions for our clients. This role involves hands-on design, configuration, and migration of security systems, with a focus on Cisco’s security technologies. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and internal teams to ensure secure, effective, and scalable implementations.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, configure, and deploy Cisco security solutions including Secure Firewall, Defense Orchestrator, Duo, and the Breach Protection Security Suite.
Lead project planning activities, including kickoff meetings and ongoing status updates with clients.
Develop detailed network architecture diagrams and security implementation plans.
Migrate clients from legacy security systems to modern Cisco-based architectures.
Configure advanced security features, policies, interfaces, and zones.
Test, validate, and troubleshoot deployed security solutions.
Deliver knowledge transfer sessions and detailed documentation to customer teams.
Additional Responsibilities:
Provide ongoing support for client network infrastructures, with an emphasis on security systems.
Conduct security assessments, apply patches, and recommend improvements.
Respond to security incidents and escalations in a timely and effective manner.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving cybersecurity threats and Cisco technologies.
Contribute to internal documentation and the team knowledge base.
Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency security incidents (approximately one week every 6–8 weeks).
Occasional travel (up to 20%) and after-hours work for planned implementations or maintenance.
Required Skills & Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience in network security engineering, with a strong emphasis on Cisco technologies.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security.
Cisco Certified Specialist – Security Core.
At least one of the following specialty certifications:
Cisco Certified Specialist – Identity Management
Deep expertise in Cisco Secure Firewall platforms and Threat Defense.
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Defense Orchestrator.
Proficiency in multi-factor authentication, particularly Cisco Duo.
Familiarity with the Cisco Breach Protection Security Suite.
Advanced understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, VPN, NAT).
Solid troubleshooting skills, including packet-level analysis.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is preferred.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Information Technology
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
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