Information Security Engineer (Onsite)

The application window is expected to close on: 05/08/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . This is an onsite position for RTP, North Carolina, US. The successful candidate will be performing work on U.S. Government classified environments, and therefore, must be a U.S. citizen, as defined and verifiable in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 NISPOM, using acceptable documentary evidence of U.S. citizenship. Meet the Team Government Security Services (GSS) is looking for a Data Center Engineer to work in several secure environments to build, deploy, and support mission crucial networks. This candidate must have a TS/SCI with Counter Intelligence Polygraph. The successful candidate will work closely with a team supporting our government customers by delivering innovative and compliant technical solutions tailored to their critically important needs. Your Impact This role involves providing day-to-day customer service to end users within the facility and ensuring flawless network operations. Responsibilities include: Serving as the primary engineering resource for a customer base of 20-30 users, addressing their technical needs and ensuring efficient network performance. Designing and implementing secure, scalable solutions in government environments. Minimum Qualifications DoD 8570 level III certification or DoD 8140 equivalent 5 years of experience in Linux and Windows systems and how they interact in the computing environment on the network. Proficiency in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Cisco network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls Experience with VMWare's vSphere virtualization suite Preferred Qualifications Experience with Centralized Logging Products (Splunk, etc.). Experience with McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator Experienced in Linux and Windows systems and how they interact in the computing environment on the network. Experience in disaster recovery planning and network redundancy strategies Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $128,400.00 to $172,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks.  Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco re ... (truncated, view full listing at source)