Network Security Engineer Jobs in Westlake, TX

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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Network Security Analyst

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 12 hours ago

Access Control Lists TCP/IP Protocols IPSec Preferred Skills Solid Data Networking & Network Security Experience with Cisco Routers & Switches, Checkpoint Firewalls, Palo Alto Network Firewalls....

Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer, Resiliency

  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

SOX, PCI & CPNI Familiarity with load balancers (ex - A10, F5), firewalls (ex - CheckPoint), Venafi, MDM (ex - Mobile Iron), Cloud (ex - AWS, Azure), Malware Protection (ex -FireEye), Advanced Persistent...

F-35 Senior Air Systems Information Assurance Security Engineer TS/SCI clearance

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Information...

Cyber Security Engineer- Entry Level with Training!

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Join Northstar Technologies Where Problem-Solvers Grow Northstar Technologies is looking for individuals who bring more than just technical know-how. We value energy, initiative, and a curiosity...

Senior Security Engineer - PAM

  • Southlake, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Southlake, TX (5 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Your Opportunity In Schwab Cybersecurity Services (SCS), Office of CISO, we provide platforms, services, and security operations capabilities which enable the firm to produce successful client and...

Network Security Engineer

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Architecting Network Security Solution Driving Systems and Software requirements Working with Product and Team of Engineers for solution design Hold responsibility of Software architecture, Solution...

Security Engineer (Cloudflare)

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago

The ideal candidate will possess strong network security, web application protection, and performance-tuning skills across enterprise-grade CDN platforms....

Security Engineer

  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Skills Policy Development Software as a Service (SaaS) Network Security Information Rights Management Cloud Security DLP Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Information Security About the job The...

Fulltime - Network Security Analyst - Irving, Tx/Jacksonville, FL (Only need 3- 5 yrs of experience)

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Experience with Cisco Routers & Switches, Checkpoint Firewalls, Palo Alto Network Firewalls....

Physical Security Systems Engineer (Alarms / Video / Badges)

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 3 days ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Cloud Security Engineer (Wiz, Prisma)

  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Hello Everyone, Hope you are doing good!!!! My name is Pavan and I work with SPAR Information System., I have a great opportunity for you, please find the job details below, if you are interested...

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Firewall Engineer - (15 Yrs Experience)

  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Experience with firewall policy management and risk analysis. Proficiency in configuring and managing network security devices....

Senior Information Security Firewall Engineer

  • Westlake, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Westlake, TX
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge of cybersecurity threats, vulnerability management, and risk assessment techniques. + 2+ years' experience in designing and implementing security solutions that meet business requirements...

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

  • Westlake, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Westlake, TX
  • 5 days ago

The Role Fidelity’s Security Operations Center (SOC) is seeking a Senior SOC Responder. This is an opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a highly visible security operations function with...

Cloud Security Engineer

  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (24 miles from Westlake, TX)
  • 5 days ago

**Technical Skills:** + Cloud Network Security-specific skills: Subnetting and Routing, VPN, DNS, Direct Connect,, Serverless Infrastructure, Load Balancers, WAFs, DDoS, CDNs, Private Link. + Strong...

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Network Security Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in Westlake, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Network Security Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Westlake, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.5%
High School or GED
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%



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