Network Security Engineer Jobs in Plainsboro, 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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Security Architect Cloud & Enterprise Security

  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

, Google Cloud Platform), on-prem, and hybrid environments Apply Zero Trust, network segmentation, and IAM best practices Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and threat mitigation Oversee firewalls...

Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Warren, NJ (20 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (20 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

/security, and audit standards. - Manage and maintain technologies such as antivirus, encryption systems, firewalls, access, and authentication technologies. - Manage off-shore support resources and...

Staff Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than...

Senior Information Assurance Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 5 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

IT Cloud Security Architect - Digital Technology Services

  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 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...

Application Security Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 7 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...

Senior Application Security Architect, Technology Architecture

  • Holmdel, NJ (22 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Holmdel, NJ (22 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Overview Guardian is seeking a Sr Application Security Architect to serve as a strategic leader and subject matter expert in application and product security. This role will be pivotal in defining...

Security Technician

  • Langhorne, PA (19 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (19 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Securitas Technology Corporation is a division of Securitas AB, the largest protective services provider in the world with over 370,000+ Securitas Heroes across the world. Securitas Technology...

Security Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Security & Threat Prevention Experience in configuring and maintaining firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) 3 years' experience with Identity & Access Mgt (IAM) Strong knowledge...

Principle Network Security Engineer

  • Bedminster, NJ (22 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bedminster, NJ (22 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Must Have: 10+ years in large network Red Team operations Penetration testing, network security, or protecting large networks Proficiency in BGP hijacking, ACL bypasses, segmentation flaws, and/or protecting...

HSM Security Architect

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Calling all innovators - find your future at Fiserv.** We're Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial...

Mainframe Security Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Mainframe Security EngineerRemote - United StatesJR011549 At Ensono, our **Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things** **_!_** We...

Remote Work

Staff Application Security Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

. * Relevant experience in offensive security, penetration testing, or red teaming. * Expertise of cloud-native (AWS) technologies including containers, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform...

Manager, Security Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

security and desire to be a member of a teamwork-oriented organization....

Senior Security Engineer (Infrastructure & Identity Security)

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Management & EDR: Wiz, Snyk, Qualys/Nessus, Crowdstrike SIEM: SumoLogic or Splunk Experience with Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD: Terraform, Helm, Chef, Ansible, Buildkite, Jenkins, ArgoCD 4+ years...

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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
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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in Plainsboro, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Plainsboro, 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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