Network Security Engineer Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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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Cyber Security Engineer

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Experience with one or more of the following: SIEM systems, network security tools, log analysis tools, cybersecurity principles, incident detection, analysis, and response methodologies, operating...

Information System Security Engineer

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Knowledge of network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems....

Sr. Security Engineer, Hardware Security Research, InfraSec-HLS

  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 days ago

InfraSec-Threat is part of the Infrastructure Security organization responsible for threat intelligence, vulnerability management, security information and event management (SIEM), incident response...

Qualys Security Engineer

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

security....

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

working in air-gapped, classified, or highly secure environments with no direct internet access Basic scripting for automation (Bash/Powershell) Networking experience - TCP/IP, DNS, NetBIOS, switching, firewalls...

Cyber Security Engineer - ACAS (Hybrid)

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

Cross-reference weekly IAVM (Information Assurance Vulnerability Management) compliance reports with ACAS scan results to identify and remediate vulnerabilities....

Mainframe Security Engineer - TSS

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of...

Senior Network Security Engineer

  • Hyattsville, MD (6 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hyattsville, MD (6 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 hours ago

Primary Purpose: A Network Security Engineer will provide expertise and leadership in the design, configuration, and management of all corporate, distribution center and retail digital media devices...

Firewall Engineer - Secret Clearance Required

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

Skills Network engineering, Firewall, CCNA, Palo Alto, CCNP, checkpoint, security clearance, Router, Cisco routers, security Top Skills Details Network engineering, Firewall, CCNA, Palo Alto, CCNP,...

Remote Work

Senior Network Security Engineer

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

Security Engineer to support the Revolutionary Information Technology Services (RITS) program in support of the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)....

Remote Work

It Cybersecurity Specialist (Appsw/Infosec)

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

This position is in the Professional Work Category at the Full Performance Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. This position is for the DISA White House Situation Support at the New...

Senior Systems Security Engineer ISSE

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

BAE Systems is excited to offer an opportunity to support a dynamic DOJ program as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), providing mission critical support to our federal law...

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

Management. - Conduct evaluation and implementation of new security technologies, tools, and methodologies....

Sr Associate Cybersecurity Engineer - Incident Response

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

This is a highly technical role with the understanding that you are already conversant in incident response, security automation, system security, network security, and threat hunting....

DHS HSEN - Senior Security Engineer (Process Improvement)

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Ensuring that the network security architecture follows security standards and complies with federal and DHS architectural guidelines....

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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Silver Spring, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
10.0%
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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