Security Engineer - Network Access Control (NAC)
Summary
Security engineer with 2–3 years of hands-on Network Access Control (NAC) experience: configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting NAC in enterprise wired/wireless networks — 802.1X, RADIUS/TACACS+, LDAP/Active Directory, endpoint profiling, VLAN/role-based access — with customer-facing implementations on platforms like Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC, or Forescout.
Role Summary
We are seeking a Security
Engineer – Network Access Control (NAC) with 2–3 years of hands-on experience
in Network Access Control, network security, authentication, and endpoint
access management.
The ideal candidate should have
practical experience in configuring, implementing, monitoring, and
troubleshooting NAC solutions in enterprise network environments. The candidate
will work closely with network, security, infrastructure, and customer teams to
ensure secure and controlled access to wired and wireless networks.
Experience with NAC platforms
such as Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC, or Forescout will be
preferred.
Key Responsibilities
1. Network Access Control
- Configure, implement, and maintain Network Access
Control solutions.
- Manage network access policies for users, endpoints,
devices, and different network segments.
- Configure authentication and authorisation policies
based on organisational requirements.
- Support secure access for corporate, guest, BYOD, and
IoT devices.
- Monitor NAC environments and ensure access policies
are functioning as expected.
2. 802.1X & Authentication
- Configure and
troubleshoot 802.1X authentication for wired and wireless networks.
- Work with RADIUS,
TACACS+, LDAP, and Active Directory authentication.
- Troubleshoot
authentication failures and endpoint access issues.
- Work with
certificates and authentication methods such as EAP-TLS.
- Support user and
device-based authentication policies.
3. NAC Implementation & Configuration
- Configure NAC
policies, profiles, authentication rules, authorisation rules, and endpoint
classifications.
- Perform endpoint
profiling and device identification.
- Configure VLAN
assignment and role-based access policies.
- Support NAC
deployments across enterprise network environments.
- Assist with NAC
upgrades, migrations, policy changes, and implementation activities.
4. Network Troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot network
access and authentication-related issues.
- Analyse NAC logs and
identify the root cause of access failures.
- Troubleshoot VLAN,
DHCP, DNS, RADIUS, and connectivity-related issues.
- Work with network
switches, wireless controllers, firewalls, and other network infrastructure.
- Coordinate with
internal teams and customers to resolve technical issues.
5. Network Security
- Implement network access policies based on security
requirements.
- Support endpoint compliance and posture assessment.
- Identify unauthorised or non-compliant devices
attempting to access the network.
- Assist in implementing segmentation and role-based
network access.
- Support security monitoring and incident
investigation related to network access
6. NAC Integration
Integrate NAC
solutions with:
- Active Directory
- RADIUS
- LDAP
- DHCP
- DNS
- Network Switches
- Wireless Controllers
- Firewalls
- SIEM / Security Monitoring Platforms
- Endpoint Security Platforms
7. Customer
& Project Support
- Work with customers
during NAC implementation and troubleshooting activities.
- Participate in
deployment, configuration, testing, and documentation.
- Understand customer
requirements and translate them into NAC policies.
- Provide technical
support during implementation and post-deployment activities.
- Coordinate with OEMs
and technology partners when required.
8. Monitoring & Reporting
Monitor and report:
- Authentication failures
- Endpoint onboarding status
- Unauthorized devices
- NAC incidents
- Policy violations
- Endpoint profiling
- Network access issues
- System health and availability
Prepare technical reports and
maintain appropriate NAC documentation.
9. Documentation
- Maintain NAC
configuration documentation.
- Document network
access policies and authentication flows.
- Prepare
implementation and troubleshooting guides.
- Maintain network
diagrams and configuration records.
- Ensure technical
documentation is updated following changes or deployments.
10. Team
Collaboration
- Coordinate with Network, Security, Server, Cloud, and IT Infrastructure
teams.
- Work with OEM technical support teams when required.
- Support senior
engineers and technical managers during complex NAC implementations.
- Participate in
knowledge-sharing and technical training activities.
Required Skills
· Strong understanding
of Network Access Control (NAC).
· Hands-on experience
with at least one NAC platform:
· Cisco ISE
· Aruba ClearPass
· FortiNAC
· Forescout
· Good understanding of 802.1X authentication.
· Knowledge of RADIUS
and TACACS+.
· Knowledge of Active
Directory and LDAP.
· Understanding of TCP/IP,
VLAN, DHCP, DNS, switching, and routing.
· Knowledge of wired
and wireless network authentication.
· Experience in
troubleshooting authentication and network access issues.
· Understanding of
endpoint profiling and device classification.
· Basic understanding
of network security concepts.
· Good analytical and
troubleshooting skills.
· Excellent
communication and coordination skills.
Preferred Experience
- 2–3 years of
experience in NAC / Network Security / Network Engineering.
- Hands-on experience
with Cisco ISE or Aruba ClearPass.
- Experience working
with enterprise network environments.
- Experience with wired
and wireless 802.1X implementation.
- Experience
integrating NAC with Active Directory and RADIUS.
- Experience with
endpoint profiling and posture assessment.
- Knowledge of Cisco
switching and wireless infrastructure.
- Experience working in
customer-facing implementation or support environments.
- Relevant networking
or security certifications will be an added advantage.
Key Deliverables
Deliverable | Expected Frequency | Purpose |
NAC Monitoring | Daily | Ensure NAC availability and proper
functioning |
Authentication Troubleshooting | As Required | Resolve user/device access issues |
NAC Policy Management | As Required | Maintain secure network access |
Endpoint Profiling | As Required | Identify and classify network devices |
NAC Configuration Documentation | As Required | Maintain accurate technical records |
Incident Resolution | As Required | Resolve NAC and authentication incidents |
Customer Support | As Required | Support NAC implementation and operations |
NAC Health Report | Monthly / As Required | Monitor system performance and issues |
Qualification
· Bachelor's degree in Computer
Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Networking, or a related field.
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