Network Security Engineer Jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

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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Principal Security Engineer

  • Florham Park, NJ (19 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (19 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Proficiency in Public Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) & Network Security....

US E EA - Lead Firewall & Security Engineer - T&I

  • Morristown, NJ (20 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (20 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Network Firewall Engineer Recruiting for this role ends on May 31, 2025 Work youll do Provides engineering, security compliance and administration of the firewalls....

Advanced Cyber Security Engineer & Access Management (IAM)

  • Morris Plains, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity This position is intended to convey to the new, independent company, to be named Solstice Advanced Materials when the separation...

Snow Security Architect

  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title - Snow Security Architect Duration - 6+ Months They MUST BE local to one of the following locations as they will be required to work onsite 5 days a week every week: Middletown, NJ...

Manager, Cloud and Security Engineer

  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

, Private Link, NAT Gateway, and more) Firewall and network management qualifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP...

Senior Information Assurance Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Overview** GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Information Assurance Engineer to support our client's SA&A contract needs. This position will fully remote. **Responsibilities** + Lead efforts...

Remote Work

Lead Firewall & Security Engineer

  • Morristown, NJ (20 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (20 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Lead Cybersecurity VPN Security Engineer

  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Develop scripts and use automation tools to streamline firewall management tasks and processes (e.g. policy updates, log analysis, migration activities)....

IT Cloud Security Architect - Digital Technology Services

  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

of malware, emerging threats, attacks, and vulnerability management. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft...

E2E Customer Security Architect

  • New Providence, NJ (14 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Providence, NJ (14 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

As an E2E Customer Security Architect, you will be responsible for analyzing customer security requirements and developing the E2E security architecture and high-level design for IMS-based...

Application Security Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

. + Performs and conducts penetration tests and manual/automated code reviews. + Trains developers and other relevant team members on Secure Code Development as well as other security protocols as needed...

Staff Security Engineer, Threat Intelligence

  • Livingston, NJ (21 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ (21 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Staff Security Engineer, Threat Intelligence at CoreWeave Livingston, NJ / New York, NY / Sunnyvale, CA / Bellevue, WA CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge...

Network Security Engineer - Red Team

  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Security Red Team BGP Ethical Hacking Penetration Testing Metasploit Cobalt Strike Network Security Red Team BGP Ethical Hacking Penetration Testing Metasploit Cobalt Strike...

Security Architect

  • Whippany, NJ (23 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ (23 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Job Title: Open Policy Agent - Security Architect Job Location : Whippany, NJ Job Type: Full-Time Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Open Policy Agent - Security...

Principal Cybersecurity - Enterprise Security Architect

  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

The Tactical Architecture Group is a group of lead network security architects and strategists within the ACC Enterprise Security Architecture organization....

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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...
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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in New Brunswick, NJ 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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