Cisco ISE Security Sr. Engineer - SME
Company: Bella Information Systems, LLC
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Cisco ISE Security
Sr. Engineer Subject Matter Expert Location: Washington, DC/On-site
Company: Bella Information Systems, LLC Employment Type: Full-Time
Clearance Required: Public Trust About Us Bella Information Systems
is a trusted IT solutions provider serving U.S. federal agencies
for over 20 years. With a strong focus on cybersecurity, enterprise
IT, cloud modernization, and systems integration, we are committed
to securing mission-critical environments through innovative and
reliable solutions. We are currently seeking a Cisco ISE Security
Senior Engineer to support our growing federal portfolio located in
washington DC. Position Overview As a Cisco ISE Security Senior
Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing,
and managing Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) solutions for
enterprise environments. You will collaborate with stakeholders
across infrastructure, security, and network teams to ensure
secure, compliant, and scalable access control systems. Key
Responsibilities: Design and implement Cisco ISE policies and
architecture for wired, wireless, and VPN access control. Configure
profiling, posture, guest access, and BYOD services. Perform policy
creation, testing, tuning, and troubleshooting. Integrate ISE with
external identity sources (e.g., Active Directory, RSA, PKI).
Monitor and analyze logs to ensure optimal security and compliance.
Develop documentation, SOPs, and technical diagrams. Provide Tier 3
support and mentor junior engineers. Collaborate with cybersecurity
teams to ensure NIST/FISMA compliance. Qualifications: Bachelor’s
degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent
experience). 7 years of IT experience, with 4 years hands-on Cisco
ISE experience. Deep understanding of network access control (NAC),
802.1X, EAP, RADIUS, and TACACS. Experience with Cisco switches,
firewalls, and wireless controllers. Experience integrating Cisco
ISE with SIEM tools and identity management platforms. Strong
troubleshooting and analytical skills. Cisco certifications
preferred (e.g., CCNP Security, CCIE Security). Experience
supporting federal clients or working in regulated environments is
a plus. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with NIST 800-53 controls and
FISMA requirements. Experience with cloud-based NAC or hybrid
access control environments. Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture
(ZTA) principles. Why Join Us? Work with a passionate and expert
team of IT professionals Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities to support high-impact federal projects Professional
development and training support Inclusive and supportive work
culture We are felxible for W2\1099\C2C hiring Location:
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