Network Security Engineer Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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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Security Technician

  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000...

Service Technician I

  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000...

Cybersecurity Engineer III

  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Proficiency in networking technologies, network security, and network monitoring solutions....

Remote Work

Security Architect

  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Why Join Us? As the world's leading vendor of Cyber Security, facing the most sophisticated threats and attacks, we've assembled a global team of the most driven, creative, and innovative people....

Staff Security Engineer

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 5 days ago

What you can expect The Staff Security Engineer is responsible for security design and reviews across our products and services. The ideal candidate brings broad technical expertise and hands-on...

Remote Work

Senior Security Engineer - USA Virtual .

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Salary Not Available Senior Security Engineer - USA Virtual. Alight Solutions Location: Kansas City, MO - 64118 Positions available: 1 Job #: R-33283 Source: FileImport - Alight Solutions Posted:...

Lead Firewall & Security Engineer

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve Must be a US Citizen (GPS initiatives) Preferred Qualifications: Expert level knowledge of Checkpoint...

Fire/Security Technician

  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 11 days ago

Who is Tech Electronics? We provide systems and services that help our customers work smarter, feel safer, and collaborate more effectively. Tech Electronics is a technology services organization...

Senior Security Engineer

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 15 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 15 days ago

This includes network security, security monitoring, data protection, and compliance configuration May assist the Security Architect in conducting threat modeling and risk assessments for new projects...

Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 18 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 18 days ago

Understanding load balancers (ex - A10, F5), firewalls (ex - CheckPoint), Venafi, MDM (ex - Mobile Iron), Cloud (ex - AWS, Azure), Malware Protection (ex -FireEye), Advanced Persistent Threats (ex -...

GRC Security Architect

  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 23 days ago

**Title:** GRC Security Architect **Location:** Remote-US **Salary:** Up to $150K **About PSI** Join Us at PSI - Where You Belong, Grow, and Thrive! At PSI, we believe that people achieve their...

Network Security Engineer (Store Support Center, Lenexa, KS)

  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 25 days ago

Service, Passion, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence Job Title: Network Security Engineer Department: Information Technology Reports To: Senior Manager, Technical Services Exemption Status:...

Network Security Engineer II

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 29 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 29 days ago

Segra is searching for a dynamic and experienced Network Security Engineer II....

Sr Cybersecurity Engineer - Threat Hunting

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Checkpoint, McAfee, ISS, Snort, etc.) Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Network Windows/Linux forensics techniques Vulnerability scanning tools (WebInspect, Nessus, etc.)...

Security Engineer

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

Company Description Spring Venture Group is a leading digital direct-to-consumer sales and marketing company with product offerings focused on the senior market. We specialize in distributing...

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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 Overland Park, KS

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Overland Park, KS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.1%
Master's Degree
31.6%
Associate's Degree
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.4%
High School or GED
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%



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