Network Security Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

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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IT Risk and Security Engineer

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC? Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At...

Hybrid Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

Knowledge of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and SIEM technologies; Splunk, endpoint detection, Firewalls and Sourcefire and similar tools preferred....

Advanced Cyber Security Engineer & Access Management (IAM)

  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Senior Information Assurance Engineer-Systems Security NEW

  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Senior Information Assurance Engineer-Systems Security L3Harris Technologies Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - Security Camden, NJ (ON-SITE/OFFICE) L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting...

Manager, Cloud and Security Engineer

  • Short Hills, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Short Hills, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Junior Cyber Security Engineer

  • Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Experienced with penetration testing and techniques. Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities. Understand patch management. Knowledge of firewalls, antivirus and IDPS concepts....

Sr Network Security Engineer (REMOTE)

  • NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • NJ
  • 2 days ago

Security Architecture Design: + Vulnerability Management + Lifecycle Management + Network Patch Management + Encryption Technologies: PKI, AES, RSA + Network Security Capability: NGFW, IDS/IPS, ATP...

Remote Work

Senior Information Assurance Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 3 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ
  • 4 days ago

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

Security Engineer II, Identity, Security and Abuse Prevention

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago

security experience - Experience with AWS products and services - Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C++ Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on...

IT Cloud Security Architect - Digital Technology Services

  • Edison, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 5 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
  • 5 days ago
  • New Providence, NJ
  • 5 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 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...

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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in New Jersey 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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