SD-Access SME

SD-Access SME

Remote

12 Months

Part time (10-20 hours)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Zero Trust Networking and Segmentation Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing and optimizing our SD-Access deployment, implementing best practices for ISE deployment, and enhancing our network security through advanced segmentation strategies. This role requires a deep understanding of Zero Trust principles, SD-Access, ISE, and integration with security platforms such as Palo Alto and Zscaler.

Key Responsibilities:

Zero Trust Networking & Segmentation:

• Implement and manage Zero Trust Networking strategies, focusing on micro and macro segmentation.
• Develop and enforce segmentation policies on Catalyst Center/SD-Access/ISE for IoT and user segmentation.
• Integrate and manage segmentation policies on Palo Alto/Panorama and Zscaler ZPA.

SD-Access & ISE Deployment:

• Review and optimize SD-Access deployment for best practices.
• Conduct thorough assessments of SD-Access Wireless and ISE deployments to ensure alignment with industry standards.

Security Tagging & Integration:

• Implement inline tagging for transporting security tags.
• Utilize SXP and ISE API for integrating IP:SGT mappings with Palo Alto/Panorama.

Documentation & Design:

• Develop comprehensive design documents and drawings illustrating micro/macro segmentation strategies.
• Maintain detailed records of all configurations and changes in the lab and production environments.

Testing & Validation:

• Conduct rigorous testing in a full lab environment to validate configurations before production deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of security solutions.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years as a Network Engineer or similar role
• Proven experience in Zero Trust Networking, SD-Access, and ISE deployment.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles and technologies, including Palo Alto and Zscaler platforms.
• Experience with security tagging, SXP, and API integrations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.