Network Security Engineer Jobs in Connecticut

A Network Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer and information security systems. They play an essential role in ensuring the safety and integrity of a company's data, detecting and mitigating network threats, and implementing security protocols. These professionals also conduct system checks for security vulnerabilities, develop security standards, and recommend security enhancements. They also respond to any network security incidents and provide a thorough post-event analysis.

Network Security Engineers should possess strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills. They should be well-versed in various networking languages, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security technologies. Important certifications include Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security. Before becoming a Network Security Engineer, an individual may work as a Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, or a Junior Network Engineer.

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Lead Security Technician

  • North Haven, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 2 days ago

Come join our team! At Unlimited Technology, we are committed to our company's core values of Passion, Collaboration, Innovation and Adaptability. With offices throughout the United States, we are...

Principal, Microsoft Security Engineer - Purview

  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago

Who You'll Work With As a modern technology company, our Slalom Technologists are disrupting the market and bringing to life the art of the possible for our clients. We have passion for building...

Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 7 days ago

Defines security configuration and operations standards for security systems and applications, including policy assessment and compliance tools, network security appliances, and host-based security...

Senior PAM Security Engineer, BeyondTrust CVS Health 2.7 ( ) Hartford, CT Why you should apply for a job to CVS Health : 62% say women are treated fairly and equally to men 52% say the CEO...

Senior Security Engineer - Kubernetes Security CVS Health 2.7 ( ) Hartford, CT Why you should apply for a job to CVS Health : 62% say women are treated fairly and equally to men 52% say the CEO...

Staff Security Engineer -Sailpoint Identity Security Cloud CVS Health 2.7 ( ) Hartford, CT Why you should apply for a job to CVS Health : 62% say women are treated fairly and equally to men 52%...

Cybersecurity Engineer, Network Security

  • Stamford, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 10 days ago

Hands-on experience with cloud-based security services, network security controls, and incident response. Familiarity with SASE, firewalls, IDS/IPS, PKI infrastructure, and certificate management....

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 days ago

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property...

Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 days ago

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. Thats the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property...

Information Systems Security Engineer {W}

  • Danbury, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 17 days ago

This analyst will report to the Senior Manager of Information Assurance (IA) while providing program support on a multitude of levels....

Principal Security Architect - GenAI and Emerging Technologies - Remote

  • Hartford, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 19 days ago

security, software engineering, cryptography, penetration testing, mobile security, and/or infrastructure services Cloud Security Engineering : Experience Designing and deploying robust cloud security...

Remote Work

Cloud and Security Architect

  • Windsor, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Together we fight for everyone's opportunity for a better financial future. We will do this together - with customers, partners and colleagues. We will fight for others, not against: We will stand...

Staff Security Engineer -Sailpoint Identity Security Cloud

  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Cloud Security Architect

  • Hartford, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Cloud Security Architect Experience Required - 10+ Years Must Have Technical/Functional Skills • Excellent Understanding of GCP Services like IAM, VPC, KMS, Logging & other native GCP security...

Cybersecurity Engineer - Shelton, CT (Hybrid)

  • Shelton, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 45+ days ago

. + Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and endpoint / network security. + Familiarity with change management and project delivery methodologies....

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Network Security Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Network Security
Learn the process of network security, including intrusion detection, evidence collection, network auditing, and contingency planning against attacks. In this course, you will examine the various...
Security Engineer Nanodegree Program
Youll master the foundational skills necessary to become a Security Engineer. This program will focus on how to protect a companys computer systems, networks, applications and infrastructure. Our...
Jump Start: Network Security
Welcome to Check Point Jump Start: Network Security This course will introduce Check Point's Network Security solution. During this course, you will learn how to configure, deploy, manage, and...

Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTechnology research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.1%
Master's Degree
31.6%
Associate's Degree
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
High School or GED
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%



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