Network Security Engineer Jobs in Cary, NC

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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Cloud Security Engineer

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 2 days ago

management function leveraging vulnerability management tools and processes Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field....

Cybersecurity Firewall Engineer

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 4 days ago

You Have: Experience with critical protocols, information assurance or information security ( IA / IS ) architecture, embedded systems, network design processes, risk management, and network security...

Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, DE, NJ, or DC)

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, DE, NJ, or DC) at GuidePoint Security Reston, VA GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise,...

Sr. Security Engineer - IAM

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 7 days ago

If you are motivated and believe in the credit union philosophy of "People Helping People," join our team! Position Overview: The Sr. Security Engineer - IAM is a mid to senior-level role...

Security Engineer - ISE

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Top Skills: 1) Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) experience: troubleshooting and configuring as well as ability to utilize ISE to determine where in the chain something is broken. Experience...

Network and Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Description The opportunity Join the Grid Integration team at Hitachi Energy and help shape the secure future of power systems. As a Cyber Security Network Engineer based in Raleigh, NC (hybrid),...

Network Security Specialists

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Infosys Public Services is seeking a Network Security Specialists, to join our Team....

Principal IT Security Architect (Threat Detection)

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago

If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the...

Security Technician II

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 15 days ago

The Technician will be responsible for installation, termination and configuration, without direct supervision, of access control devices, such as: card readers, request to exits, electrified door...

Security Engineer - Hybrid in Raleigh, NC

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 days ago

About the Team LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,300 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics...

Security Engineer, Access Risk

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 days ago

Meta's security team is the central engine driving data and systems security at the company, supporting Meta and all of its family of apps. The organization is responsible for preventing malicious...

Senior Security Engineer - Network Defense

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 days ago

Purpose: The Senior Security Engineer uses their industry experience and technical knowledge across a broad portfolio of Network, Security, Virtualization and Cloud technologies to ensure operational...

Principal AI Security Engineer

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 20 days ago

. * Perform security assessments and penetration testing on generative AI models, infrastructures, and applications to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies. * Partner with the...

Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Company Cox Communications, Inc. Job Family Group Information Technology Job Profile Cybersecurity Lead Engineer Management Level Manager - Non People Leader Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability...

Remote Work

Senior Product Security Engineer

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 23 days ago

management We're looking for someone with: Education Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience Experience 7+ years relevant work experience preferred Other Expertise with common security testing...

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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 Cary, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Cary, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
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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