Network Security Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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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Sr. Data Security Analyst- Remote- Genesco

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 hours ago

Job Summary This position serves as the lead for analyzing and monitoring information systems and applications, and recommends, develops and implements measures to protect Genesco Inc. information...

Remote Work

Manager, Cloud and Security Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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...

Senior Application Security Architect - North Central region (Remote in the U.S.) GuidePoint Security Posted 4 days ago | Updated 4 hours ago Overview Remote On Site Full Time Skills Cyber...

Sr Network Security Engineer (REMOTE)

  • TN
  • 2 days ago
  • TN
  • 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

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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...

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Lead Firewall & Security Engineer

  • Hermitage, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 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...

Strong understanding of application security, network security, and cloud security....

Senior Security Engineer

  • Milan, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Milan, TN
  • 3 days ago

Strong understanding of application security, network security, and cloud security....

Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer (Hybrid)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

testing is preferred Knowledge of the incident response lifecycle and the stages of a cyber-attack is preferred Knowledge of malware behavior, investigation, and containment strategies is preferred...

Network Security Architect

  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago

The network & infrastructure security architect will guide technology platform decisions to reflect approved defined network security capabilities and architectures, business impact and exposures, emerging...

Application Security Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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...

Network Security Analyst

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Skills Checkpoint, Cyber security, Siem, Security architecture, Active directory, Security, Firewall, Paloalto, Network security, Network engineering, Information security Top Skills Details Checkpoint...

Cyber Security Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 8 days ago

security, authentication, and security controls Familiarity with DOE & NNSA mission and cyber security requirements Why Y-12?...

Remote Nuclear Cyber Security Engineer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Review data with firewall administrators, engineering, system administrators, and other appropriate groups to determine the risk of security events....

Remote Work

Security Technician

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTechnology research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Tennessee 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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