Cisco CCNP Security Specialist

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We're one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 25 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals, Material Handling, Consumer Products and Food & Beverage industries. Our national scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - Security Specialist with expertise in Cisco Catalyst / DNA Center, next-generation firewalls, and industrial security architecture. The ideal candidate will play a key role in securing and optimizing our customers networks and infrastructures by leveraging Cisco's latest technologies and policy-driven automation strategies.

You will:

• Design, configure, and maintain secure network environments leveraging Cisco Catalyst / DNA Center for automation and policy enforcement.
• Manage and secure next-generation firewalls, including Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD), remote access VPN, and advanced threat policies.
• Implement identity-based access control and network segmentation using Cisco ISE.
• Support Zero Trust initiatives and enforce policy controls across industrial and remote network environments.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to support incident response, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement of the network security posture.
• Monitor and manage network security events through integrated monitoring and SIEM platforms.
• Maintain thorough documentation of network configurations, policies, and operational procedures in line with compliance and audit requirements.
• Be an ambassador that prioritizes the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the Careers of our associates.

You have:

• Active Cisco CCNP Security Certification
• 5+ years of experience in industrial network security roles
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst / DNA Center provisioning, templates, and assurance features
• Strong knowledge of Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) and VPN technologies
• Experience with Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and identity-based access policies
• Understanding of authentication protocols such as RADIUS, TACACS+, SAML, and MFA integrations
• Familiarity with cybersecurity compliance frameworks such as NIST, DFARS, or CMMC
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork

You may have:

• Experience supporting operational technology (OT) environments
• Familiarity with cloud security platforms and SASE/SSE concepts
• Automation experience
• Strong communication and technical documentation skills

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.