What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Security Engineer position at System Soft Technologies?
Job Description
Network Security Engineer
Raleigh, NC (on-site) - local candidates will only be considered
US or Green Card will only be considered
US Based Work Experience Required
The Network Security Engineer to protect the integrity and confidentiality of our network systems and data. This role is responsible for monitoring traffic, identifying vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and maintaining firewall and encryption protocols—all while staying ahead of emerging threats.
Key Responsibilities
Network Security Engineer
Raleigh, NC (on-site) - local candidates will only be considered
US or Green Card will only be considered
US Based Work Experience Required
The Network Security Engineer to protect the integrity and confidentiality of our network systems and data. This role is responsible for monitoring traffic, identifying vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and maintaining firewall and encryption protocols—all while staying ahead of emerging threats.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor network activity and respond to vulnerabilities in a timely manner
- Design, implement, and maintain security frameworks, policies, and tools
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
- Manage firewalls, user access, and authentication permissions
- Document security policies and incident responses
- Support audits and compliance efforts
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical area of study 5 years of IT network/security experience in the United States
- Expertise in TCP/IP networking, MPLS, SD-WAN, and firewalls
- Proficiency with security tools and technologies; strong knowledge of protocols and best practices
- Familiarity with Windows networking, SQL/SQL Server, and SAML
- Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA) preferred