Network Security Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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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Principal Cyber Security Engineer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 45+ days ago

practices, TCP/IP networking, 802.1x and network security concepts is required IAT Level II (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire Preferred...

Cybersecurity Engineer - 100k - 160k/annually

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, 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
  • 19 days ago
  • Norfolk, 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
  • 17 days ago
  • Portsmouth, 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...

Cyber Security Engineer

  • McLean, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 4 days ago

Experience with one or more of the following: SIEM systems, network security tools, log analysis tools, cybersecurity principles, incident detection, analysis, and response methodologies, operating...

Expert Security Engineer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 45+ days ago

security analysis Demonstrated experience developing risk management methodologies Demonstrated experience analyzing test results to develop risk/threat mitigation plans Demonstrated experience communicating...

CyberSecurity Engineer III

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Examples of these appliances and applications are Firewalls, Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Switch/Routers, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), EMASS and, Endpoint Security...

IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 9 hours 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...

Security Engineer, AWS Security, Vulnerability Management

  • Arlington, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 17 hours ago

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a passionate, innovative, and motivated Security Engineer for the AWS Security Vulnerability Management team....

Security Technician

  • Lorton, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lorton, VA
  • 18 hours ago

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

Sr Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

8116 - Midtown Office - 2220 W. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23220 CarMax, the way your career should be! About this job This position will be the subject matter expert on all platforms that...

Application Security Engineer

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

Participate in Internal Penetration Testing of web applications....

CyberSecurity Engineer

  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago

PCAP + Experience with security log analysis. + Experience working on a Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) + Previous experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) + Virtualization technologies...

Security Engineer, Enterprise Protection Program

  • Herndon, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 1 day ago

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of the following locations: Seattle, WA, USA Herndon, VA, USA The Enterprise Protection Program (EPP) is seeking a Security Engineer who can hunt...

Security Engineer - Zscaler

  • VA
  • 1 day ago
  • VA
  • 1 day ago

Overview/ Job Responsibilities The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security (CISA) mission is to lead the national effort to protect and enhance the resilience of the nation's physical and...

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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
Welcome to Check Point Jump Start: Network Security This course will introduce Check Point's Network Security solution. During this course, you will learn how to configure, deploy, manage, and...

Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in Virginia 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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