Forescout NAC Deployment Engineer

Forescout NAC Deployment Engineer

Network Access Control | Forescout | Eye Platform suite | 802.1 | RADIUS | Segmentation

Hybrid (3/2) | London, Docklands, E14 & Remote | Contract | Inside IR35

Role Network Security Engineer, NAC Engineer, Forescout Engineer, Deployment Engineer

Objective Deploy secure enterprise Forescout NAC solutions

Key Skills Forescout, Network Access Control, NAC, EyeSight, eyeInspect, eyeControl, eyeExtend, Network Segmentation, 802.1X, RADIUS, MAB, Routing, Switching, Wireless, Firewalls, Ansible, REST API, JSON, XML, Linux, VMware ESXi, Splunk, Enterprise Networking, Zero Trust.

Location Hybrid (3/2) | London, Docklands, E14 & Remote

Type Temporary, Contract, Full-Time

Status Contract for services. Inside IR35

Duration 18 months minimum

Overview

is recruiting for an experienced contract Network Access Control (NAC) Deployment Engineer with proven Forescout implementation experience to support a large-scale enterprise network security transformation programme.

Working within a complex enterprise environment, you will be responsible for deploying, configuring & integrating the Forescout platform to improve network visibility, endpoint security & dynamic network segmentation across wired, wireless & remote infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist engineer with strong Network Access Control, enterprise networking & security integration experience to join a major transformation programme delivering Zero Trust & enterprise security initiatives.

Purpose

Deliver the successful implementation, configuration & integration of the Forescout Network Access Control platform, ensuring secure endpoint authentication, policy enforcement, device visibility & network segmentation across enterprise infrastructure.

Technology Stack

* Forescout Platform
* EyeSight
* eyeInspect
* eyeControl
* eyeExtend
* Network Access Control (NAC)
* Dynamic Network Segmentation
* Device Discovery & Classification
* 802.1X Authentication
* RADIUS
* MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB)
* Routing & Switching
* Enterprise Wireless
* Network Firewalls
* Linux Administration
* VMware ESXi
* Splunk (SPL)
* Ansible
* REST APIs
* JSON/XML

Core Activity

* Deploy & configure enterprise Forescout solutions
* Implement NAC, device profiling & network segmentation
* Configure 802.1X, RADIUS & MAB authentication
* Integrate with routing, switching, wireless & Firewalls
* Automate deployments using Ansible & REST APIs
* Troubleshoot, optimise & support enterprise security environments
* Produce technical documentation & handover

Responsibilities

* Deploy, configure & optimise the Forescout platform
* Implement EyeSight, eyeInspect, eyeControl & eyeExtend capabilities
* Configure endpoint authentication using 802.1X, RADIUS & MAB
* Deliver dynamic network segmentation & Zero Trust security policies
* Integrate Forescout with enterprise network infrastructure
* Work closely with Network, Security & Infrastructure teams throughout deployment
* Troubleshoot authentication, connectivity & policy enforcement issues
* Develop automation scripts & API integrations where appropriate
* Support Linux-based Forescout appliances & VMware-hosted environments
* Create technical documentation, implementation guides & operational procedures
* Ensure all deployments meet security, compliance & operational standards

Deliverables

* Successful deployment of the Forescout Network Access Control platform
* Secure endpoint authentication across enterprise networks
* Dynamic device discovery & classification
* Effective network segmentation & policy enforcement
* Integration with existing enterprise network infrastructure
* Comprehensive technical documentation
* Stable operational handover to support teams

Working Environment

* Enterprise Network Security Programme
* Hybrid Working
* Multi-site Enterprise Infrastructure
* Large-scale Digital Transformation
* Collaborative Network & Security Engineering Teams

Candidate Profile

Must possess strong hands-on experience implementing enterprise Network Access Control solutions, using the Forescout platform. You will combine deep networking knowledge with security engineering expertise & strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, authentication technologies & segmentation.

Essential

* Deploying Forescout Network Access Control solutions
* EyeSight, eyeInspect, eyeControl & eyeExtend
* Network Access Control (NAC) technologies
* Implementing 802.1X, RADIUS & MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB)
* Enterprise routing & switching experience
* Wireless networking & Firewall integration
* Linux administration experience
* Excellent troubleshooting & analytical skills
* Strong communication & stakeholder management skills

Desirable

* Enterprise network segmentation experience
* Zero Trust security architecture
* VMware ESXi administration
* Splunk (SPL) experience
* Ansible automation
* REST API integration
* JSON/XML
* Python Scripting
* Experience working within highly regulated enterprise environments

Key Traits

* Strong analytical & problem-solving mindset
* Excellent troubleshooting capability
* Security-first approach
* Collaborative & consultative
* High attention to detail
* Delivery-focused with a proactive attitude
* Comfortable working in complex enterprise environments

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