Network Security Engineer (NAC) - North Central (Remote in the U.S.)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation's top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

We are looking for a Network Security Engineer with deep expertise in Network Access Control (NAC) to lead and support NAC implementations in complex enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and a strong understanding of 802.1X, RADIUS, posture assessment, and endpoint profiling. This is a consulting-focused role that requires strong client-facing skills and the ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot NAC solutions in diverse network infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, deployment, and operational support of NAC solutions, primarily using Cisco ISE.
• Work with clients to develop access control policies, device profiling, posture assessments, and guest/BYOD workflows.
• Configure and troubleshoot 802.1X, MAB, RADIUS, TACACS+, and integration with AD, PKI, and other identity stores.
• Integrate NAC with other security tools such as firewalls, SIEMs, MDM solutions, and EPP/EDR platforms.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on NAC policy development, user segmentation, and zero trust principles.
• Deliver documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer for ongoing client operations.
• Support NAC assessments, policy refinement, and incident response scenarios where NAC plays a role.
• Work in tandem with network, security, and desktop teams to ensure alignment across all access control layers.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience implementing and managing Cisco ISE in enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of network security concepts including 802.1X, RADIUS, EAP-TLS, device profiling, and posture checks.
• Experience integrating ISE with Active Directory, certificate authorities, and third-party MDM/SIEM tools.
• Solid knowledge of LAN switching, VLANs, and network architecture required to support NAC deployments.
• Familiarity with NAC in both wired and wireless environments, including Cisco Catalyst, Cisco WLC, or Meraki infrastructure.
• Experience working in a consulting or MSP environment and managing multiple projects or clients.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for stakeholder engagement and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other NAC platforms such as Aruba ClearPass, Forescout, or Portnox.
• Cisco certifications such as CCNP Security, Cisco ISE Specialist, or relevant NAC vendor certifications.
• Understanding of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and how NAC fits into a modern segmentation and access strategy.
• Experience with guest access portals, self-registration, and contractor device onboarding.

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 customers.

Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company's success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks....

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option