Network Security Engineer Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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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Cybersecurity Engineer - 100k - 160k/annually

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

security boundary architectures utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) Perform log reviews utilizing Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) and SolarWinds Event Manager (SEM) tools Assess...

Cybersecurity Engineer III

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 19 days ago

Management (IAVM) reviews Perform automated ACAS scanning, STIG, SCAP checks (Evaluate STIG, Tenable Nessus, etc.) on various standalone and networked systems Analyze cybersecurity test scan results...

Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 17 days ago

security boundary architectures utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) Perform log reviews utilizing Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) and SolarWinds Event Manager (SEM) tools Assess...

IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center...

Cybersecurity Engineer - Employee owned company

  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

security boundary architectures utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) Perform log reviews utilizing Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) and SolarWinds Event Manager (SEM) tools Assess...

Cybersecurity Specialist (OT/Iot)

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Led by Rodolphe Saade, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world...

Sr. Cyber Security Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Sev1tech, Inc. Sr. Cyber Security Engineer US-VA-Norfolk Job ID: 2024-8598 Type: Full Time W/Benefits Ret Match # of Openings: 10 Norfolk, VA Overview Sev1Tech is looking for a Senior Cyber...

IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN-INFOSEC)

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Summary This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), Business Operations Division (BOD), Performance and Process Management Branch...

Cybersecurity Engineer NEW

  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Work with AOC WS group members to ensure drawings, databases, and spreadsheets are accurate Create and maintain LAN/WAN security standards Develop and implement network security policies and conduct...

Cyber Security Engineer (Pipeline)

  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Cyber Security Engineer (Pipeline) Technica Corporation Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified IT - Security Langley AFB, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Overview About Technica : At Technica...

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Secret clearance

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) | Secret clearance General Dynamics Information Technology Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - Security Norfolk, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Transform...

Blue Team Cyber Security Engineer Manager (Virginia Beach, VA)

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking qualified individuals to join our team to provide engineering support for Cyber Situational Awareness (SA), Cyber Command and Control (C2), Mission Assurance,...

Network Cyber Security Engineer, Littoral Combat Ship Support (Virgina Beach, VA)

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago

MS and 8 years of experience as a Network Security Engineer. Advanced Cyber Networking Certifications....

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago

SMX is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist in Norfolk, VA to join our growing team! Essential Duties & Responsibilities Collaborate with existing ISSO/ISSEs in completing A&A activities...

Cyber Security Specialist

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview: The group CMA CGM is a world leading company in maritime transportation, expanding its activities on logistics and digital solutions for transport and logistics. In this context, the...

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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Chesapeake, VA 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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