Information Security Engineer - Automation (Cisco ISE)
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AI Summary
Design and implement automation solutions for Cisco ISE platform, develop Python-based automation scripts, and integrate systems via APIs.
Key Highlights
Design and implement automation workflows for Cisco ISE configuration and policy updates
Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts and Ansible playbooks
Create secure and scalable API integrations with internal systems and third-party services
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Contract opportunity
W2 employment only
Visa sponsorship available
Onsite work required
24+ month contract
Job Description
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Job Title: Information Security Engineer- Automation (Cisco ISE)
Location: Charlotte, NC 28262/ Raleigh, NC 27607
Onsite Work
Contract Length: 24+ Months
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About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Information Security Engineer to design and implement automation solutions that streamline and enhance management of the Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) platform. This role is ideal for a proactive, self-directed engineer who thrives in complex environments and enjoys building scalable, secure automation that reduces manual effort and improves operational efficiency.
You will play a key role in developing automation workflows, integrating systems via APIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business and security requirements into reliable, maintainable solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement automation workflows to support Cisco ISE configuration, policy updates, and operational tasks
- Build and maintain Python-based automation scripts and Ansible playbooks aligned with business and security requirements
- Develop application and system integrations using RESTful and/or SOAP APIs, including authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT), data transformation, and error handling
- Create secure, scalable API integrations with internal systems and third-party services
- Utilize API testing tools such as Postman and Swagger to validate functionality, performance, and security compliance
- Integrate automation solutions with external platforms (e.g., HashiCorp Vault) for secure credential and secrets management
- Develop custom tooling to simplify administrative processes and reduce manual day-to-day operational tasks
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver scalable automation solutions
- Document automation architecture, workflows, and usage guidelines to support maintainability and knowledge transfer
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance automation scripts for reliability, scalability, and performance
- Strong experience managing network infrastructure as code
- Advanced Python development skills
- Proven experience building Ansible playbooks based on business and operational requirements
- Hands-on experience creating and maintaining technical documentation (automation architecture, READMEs, runbooks)
- Ability to work independently, adapt to evolving requirements, and navigate complex or ambiguous processes with minimal supervision
- Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
- Background in network engineering or network security
- This is a hybrid role requiring 3 full days per week onsite (8 hours per day) at one of the following locations: