42 Network Security jobs in Jersey City

We have an exciting opportunity for a Network Security Architect to support a financial services client in designing and implementing advanced traffic visibility and packet capture architectures across hybrid environments. This role plays a critical part in securing cloud and on-premise infrastructure through comprehensive inspection, decryption, and data forwarding solutions. The ideal candidate will leverage tools such as Palo Alto, Zscaler, Coralight, and TAP technologies to enable deep packet inspection, policy enforcement, and integration with SASE and DLP platforms. Key Responsibilities Architect and implement comprehensive traffic visibility solutions across cloud and on-premise networks. Design secure pipelines for data ingestion, such as exporting Palo Alto traffic logs to AWS S3 for analytics and DLP use. Deploy and optimize TAP and packet broker infrastructure (e.g., Coralight, Gigamon alternatives) for scalable packet inspection. Integrate decryption strategies to support visibility into encrypted traffic for both internal systems and end users. Collaborate with security architects to embed SASE principles and policy enforcement into network inspection workflows. Guide segmentation and traffic flow strategies across hybrid infrastructure using Palo Alto, Zscaler, and TAP technologies. Act as a technical liaison between internal teams and OEMs to ensure alignment of traffic visibility solutions with performance and compliance requirements. Required Qualifications 7+ years of experience in network security architecture with a strong emphasis on visibility and packet-level analysis Hands-on expertise with: Zscaler traffic inspection and logging Coralight or comparable network visibility platforms TAPs and packet brokers (Gigamon or similar) Deep understanding of encrypted traffic decryption, data forwarding, and cloud-based storage integration (e.g., AWS S3) Familiarity with SASE frameworks and secure architecture principles Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with telco backbone monitoring tools (e.g., CenturyLink Wire) Knowledge of AWS or Azure cloud TAPs and cloud-native visibility configurations Relevant certifications such as PCNSE, ZCCA-IA, or CISSP Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Industries IT Services and IT Consulting and Financial Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at IS3 Solutions by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Network Security Architect jobs in Jersey City, NJ . Jersey City, NJ $150,000.00-$75,000.00 2 days ago Principal Network Security Manager (F5 Load Balancers) New York, NY 165,000.00- 180,000.00 5 days ago Yonkers, NY 150,000.00- 200,000.00 6 months ago Yonkers, NY 150,000.00- 200,000.00 1 week ago Security Development Operations Architect Associate Director, Cloud Security Architect New York, NY 130,000.00- 150,000.00 2 weeks ago Associate Director, Cloud Security Architect Associate Director, Cloud Security Architect Principal Network & Cloud Research Architect New York City Metropolitan Area 2 weeks ago Solutions Architect (Hybrid - Flexible Options) Newark, NJ 175,000.00- 200,000.00 3 days ago BCG Platinion | Principal IT Architect, Public Sector Industry Leader (Defense & Security, Civil Sector) New York City Metropolitan Area 160,000.00- 200,000.00 4 months ago BCG Platinion | Principal IT Architect, Public Sector Industry Leader (Defense & Security, Civil Sector) BCG Platinion | Lead IT Architect, Public Sector Industry Leader (Defense & Security, Civil Sector) BCG Platinion | Lead IT Architect, Public Sector Industry Leader (Defense & Security, Civil Sector) New York, NY 114,279.00- 150,000.00 5 days ago Network Security Engineer -Middletown, NJ Onsite, 2nd Shift CISO- Network Security Engineer SME --Security Connectivity Network and Cyber Security Engineer for the Division of HPD Tech New York, NY 96,086.00- 110,499.00 2 months ago New York, NY 140,000.00- 160,000.00 1 week ago Fort Lee, NJ 180,000.00- 230,000.00 2 weeks ago Firewall Engineer / Security Architect (NY Local only) Edison, NJ 100,000.00- 165,000.00 4 days ago New York, NY 140,000.00- 170,000.00 1 week ago Englewood Cliffs, NJ 105,000.00- 135,000.00 3 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Responsibilities :
  • Configure and maintain firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and secure network architecture .
  • Perform network risk assessments and vulnerability scans.
  • Design and enforce access control policies and segmentation strategies.
  • Investigate and respond to security incidents or suspicious network behavior.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.).

• Key Tasks :
  • Expertly configure Palo Alto Networks firewalls using features like App-ID, User-ID, and Content-ID.
  • Manage and optimize security policies , NAT , and traffic inspection .
  • Utilize Panorama for centralized firewall management.
  • Troubleshoot complex network security issues related to Palo Alto products.
  • Implement advanced threat prevention and zero trust models using Palo Alto technologies.

• Responsibilities :
  • Configure and manage IPSec, SSL, and client-based VPNs .
  • Troubleshoot connectivity issues and VPN authentication failures .
  • Ensure VPN solutions support MFA, strong encryption , and are aligned with corporate access policies .
  • Monitor and audit VPN sessions to detect misuse or anomalies.
  • Integrate VPN configurations with Palo Alto firewalls and cloud access controls.

Network Security Engineer

BCforward is currently seeking highly motivated Network Security Engineer opportunity in Jersey City, NJ

Our client is one of the oldest financial institutions and offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporations. Their history spans over 200 years and today are the leaders in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

Title: Network Security Engineer

Location: Jersey City, NJ 07310

Duration: 5 months contract to hire

Pay Rate Range: $65/hr W2 - $70/hr W2
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The role involves collaborating with multiple stakeholders to build out, deploy and document the customer proxy-based Edge Secure Web Gateway (SWG) solution.
* Cross-team co-ordination and collaboration to ensure end to end project delivery.
* Need to support Operations team for day to day running of the platform along with triage and troubleshooting of any issues that arise. Adherence to Change Management processes and responsibilities related to updating documentation and tools
* Ability to quickly adapt to changes and strong appetite to learn new technologies will be desired.

Primary Skills:
7 years' of experience in development or security/cybersecurity roles.
* 5 years' of experience building and supporting a suite of Broadcom products including Proxy SG, Secure Web Gateway (ISG), Symantec Content Analysis Systems (CAS), SSL Visibility appliances and Symantec Management Center (SMC)
* 3 years' of experience with Proxies, PAC File generation, Upgrades of software, Certificate file renewal, Whitelisting and URL access troubleshooting.
* Good Automation expertise with scripting skills for automation of a Proxy environment.
* Good understanding of network infrastructure, application layer protocols ( and vulnerability mitigation
* Familiarity with Load Balancing concepts
* Must be highly proficient in network security concepts
* Proficient in use of SEIM tools for investigate purposes
* Role is not 24x7 but would require maintenance schedules.

Secondary skills:
Experience with other Secure Gateway vendors: Zscaler, Netskope, Umbrella, etc
* Experience in networking and security is highly desired.
* Strong Experience working with Agile methodologies like Kanban & Scrum.
* Bachelor degree desired

About BCforward:
BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCforward also operates numerous delivery centers across North America and India. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm in Indiana. Our uninterrupted growth has allowed BCforward to deliver uniquely configured IT staffing and project solutions for over years of catering to our customers' specific needs. BCforward currently maintains a team of over 5000 global resources. With our additional brand, Stafforward, together we have the capabilities to deliver services for a variety of industries in both public and private sectors which allows us to address your most challenging needs.



This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and willing cooperate with a background check and drug screen, to the extent permitted by federal and local laws up to, and including, both criminal and financial reviews. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this job posting shall render the applicant ineligible for the position. BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. Any subsequent offer of employment shall be considered employment at will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 240024 when responding to this ad.

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it's so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don't plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as a Network Security Engineer, and find your superpower. We need you!

We want to find an innovative, adaptable, and results-oriented Network Security Engineer for our Network Security team. This position can be located in Brooklyn, NY, Hicksville, NY, Syracuse, NY, or Waltham, MA (candidates may also reside in either Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Maine). If you yearn to be innovative, contribute new ideas, and play a critical part in our Security organization, we want to hear from you!

As a Network Security Engineer for our Network Security Operations Center (NSOC), you'll be part of a team responsible for day to day management of Network Security capabilities within the NSOC. You'll act on incident, change, and problem management activities. Additionally, you'll actively seek opportunities to enhance the NSOC's overall capability and process workflow. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders to optimize Network Security capabilities, with the goal of improving user experience and enhancing the organization's security posture. This position will on occasion require you to field a call off hours . Key responsibilities include the following:

* Gather requirements, assess the risk of and implement firewall changes to address the demands of the business.
* Triage application and user connectivity issues, implement configuration change where necessary
* Provide guidance in operating, maintaining, and enhancing Network Security capabilities
* Engage effectively with key stakeholders to ensure that the services supported by the NSOC meet customer and stakeholder requirements.
* Cross train with other team members to support professional development
* Help identify key trends and execute remediation plans for recurring incidents

• A degree in Cyber Security related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with security technologies, including Palo Alto and Cisco Fire Power.
• Experience with incident and change activities in a large enterprise environment.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, supporting, and optimizing network security capabilities.
• Understanding of networking protocols and infrastructure designs, including cloud infrastructures, routing, firewall functionality, host and network intrusion detection systems, encryption, load balancing, and other network devices.
• The following certifications would be a plus: - Cisco CCIE Security, Checkpoint CCSE/CCSM, Palo Alto PCNSE, F5 201/401 and Zscaler ZDTA/ZTCA

Are you the right fit for this exciting role? You want to learn more about the position and National Grid's ambitious Digital Transformation? Then let's chat!

Rewarding work and a collaborative, team-oriented culture are just the beginning . Review our digital benefit guide at ngbenefitslivebrighter.com for full details and descriptions.

Our organization follows a hybrid work structure in our service territory (NY & MA and adjacent states) where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration. We work with our employees to foster a flexible work schedule.

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Salary

Dowstate NY 97,000 - $114,000 a year

Massachusetts $1,000 - 107,000 a year

Upstate NY 81,000 - 95,000 a year

Salary is commensurate with experience and location

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the unique differences people bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation that comes with having diverse teams and business need.
We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and provide a working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

We are looking forNetworkSecurity Engineerin Jersey City, NJ.

Position type: Contract to Hire
Duration: 6+ Months

Roles and Responsibilities:

• The role involves collaborating with multiple stakeholders to build out, deploy and document the customer proxy-based Edge Secure Web Gateway (SWG) solution.
• Cross-team co-ordination and collaboration to ensure end to end project delivery.
• Need to support Operations team for day to day running of the platform along with triage and troubleshooting of any issues that arise. Adherence toChange Management processes and responsibilities related to updating documentation and tools
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes and strong appetite to learn new technologies will be desired.

• 7 years of experience in development or security/cybersecurity roles.
• 5 years of experience building and supporting a suite of Broadcom products including Proxy SG, Secure Web Gateway (ISG), Symantec Content Analysis Systems (CAS), SSL Visibility appliances and Symantec Management Center (SMC)
• 3 years of experience with Proxies, PAC File generation, Upgrades of software, Certificate file renewal, Whitelisting and URL access troubleshooting
• Good Automation expertise with scripting skills for automation of a Proxy environment.
• Good understanding of network infrastructure, application layer protocols ( and vulnerability mitigation
• Familiarity with Load Balancing concepts
• Must be highly proficient in network security concepts
• Proficient in use of SEIM tools for investigate purposes
• Role is not 24x7 but would require maintenance schedules.

• Experience with other Secure Gateway vendors: Zscaler, Netskope, Umbrella, etc
• Experience in networking and security is highly desired.
• Strong Experience working with Agile methodologies like Kanban & Scrum.
• Bachelor's degree desired

• Self-Starter who can take initiative and has the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Organized and able to follow processes designed to minimize risk to the environment
• Proven communications skills including technical writing and presentation
• Comfortable in coordinating across geographically diverse delivery and product teams.

• Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024
• Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
• One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Operate and maintain security solutions within the designated area of responsibility Ensure production stability and control sustainability Conduct security analysis activities within the scope of expertise Possess in-depth expertise in Key Management Systems Have a minimum of 5 years' experience deploying and managing KMS/HSM technologies Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python Title: Network Security Engineer III Location: Northeast Region (Onsite) Employment Type: Contract Compensation Pay Range:TBD Description Operate and maintain security solutions within the designated area of responsibility Ensure production stability and control sustainability Conduct security analysis activities within the scope of expertise Possess in-depth expertise in Key Management Systems Have a minimum of 5 years' experience deploying and managing KMS/HSM technologies Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python Key Responsibilities Evaluate, design, develop, deploy, test, and transition security capabilities and processes Deliver and maintain technical documentation related to platform engineering Provide expert support for platform-related processes Create and maintain security policies, procedures, baselines, guidelines, and control standards Support Service Delivery Management activities for the platform Qualifications Minimum of 10 years' professional experience in the technology field, including 5 years in security Experience in developing and maintaining tools, procedures, and documentation Thorough understanding of technologies and security concepts Ability to present complex solutions and methods to a general audience Security certifications are a plus Team leader experience is a plus Core Technologies Key Management Systems | Scripting Languages Contact Information Syed Siraj, Benefits Learn more about our benefits offerings here EEO Statement Learn more about our EEO policy here Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Other Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Banking Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mitchell Martin Inc. by 2x Get notified about new Network Security Engineer jobs in Jersey City, NJ . Security Engineer, Network Infrastructure Network Security Engineer -Middletown, NJ Onsite, 2nd Shift Network and Cyber Security Engineer for the Division of HPD Tech New York, NY $96,086.00-$10,499.00 2 months ago CISO- Network Security Engineer SME --Security Connectivity Security Engineer, Enterprise Infrastructure Protection, Network Infrastructure Jersey City, NJ 1,000.00- 1,111.00 1 week ago Security Engineer, Enterprise Infrastructure Protection, Network Infrastructure Security New York, NY 141,410.00- 151,410.00 1 week ago New York, NY 90,000.00- 100,000.00 1 week ago AVP, Network Security Engineer - Edge Security Fort Lee, NJ 180,000.00- 230,000.00 1 week ago Cyber Security Systems Engineer - Remote Vice President – Network Security Engineer Jersey City, NJ $1 5,000.00- 195,000.00 1 day ago New York, NY 140,000.00- 160,000.00 3 days ago Security Engineer II, Security Operations Brooklyn, NY 135,000.00- 175,000.00 18 hours ago New York, NY 141,000.00- 202,000.00 1 week ago IT Security Generalist / Network Security Engineer New York, NY 155,000.00- 195,000.00 23 hours ago New York, NY 141,410.00- 151,410.00 1 week ago New York, NY 141,000.00- 202,000.00 3 days ago Livingston, NJ 185,000.00- 230,000.00 6 days ago New York, NY 185,000.00- 230,000.00 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Hirextra - World's First Staffing Aggregator Senior Technical Recruiter | Experienced in full life cycle recruiting Network Security Proxy Engineer Location: Jersey City, NJ (5 Days onsite) Contract: 12 Months Must have: Minimum 5-7 years of experience in enterprise / data center environments. Network Security experience. Nice to Have: SASE SWG Broadcom Zscaler Roles and Responsibilities: The role involves collaborating with multiple stakeholders to build out, deploy, and document the customer proxy-based Edge Secure Web Gateway (SWG) solution. Cross-team coordination and collaboration to ensure end-to-end project delivery. Support Operations team for day-to-day platform management, troubleshooting, and adherence to Change Management processes, including documentation updates. Ability to adapt quickly to changes and a strong appetite for learning new technologies. Primary Skills: 7 years’ experience in development or security/cybersecurity roles. 5 years’ experience supporting Broadcom products like Proxy SG, Secure Web Gateway (ISG), Symantec CAS, SSL appliances, and SMC. 3 years’ experience with proxies, PAC files, software upgrades, certificate renewal, whitelisting, and URL troubleshooting. Automation skills for proxy environment scripting. Understanding of network infrastructure, application layer protocols (HTTP/HTTPS), and vulnerability mitigation. Familiarity with load balancing concepts. Proficiency in network security concepts. Experience with SIEM tools for investigation. This role is not 24x7 but requires maintenance scheduling. Secondary Skills: Experience with other Secure Gateway vendors like Zscaler, Netskope, Umbrella, etc. Networking and security expertise. Experience with Agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum. Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level Employment Type: Contract Job Function: Information Technology Industries: Staffing and Recruiting, IT Services, IT Consulting, Technology, Information, and Media Referrals can increase your chances of interviewing at Hirextra - World's First Staffing Aggregator by 2x. Get notified about new Network Security Engineer jobs in Jersey City, NJ . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Skill sets: Security Routing and Switching Cisco SDWAN Security switched and routed data networks Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP) Sound experience in designing, implementing, and supporting medium- to large-scale SDWAN, LAN/WAN infrastructures in enterprise environments Excellent understanding of Datacenter components, TCP/IP protocol, and end-to-end IT processes In-depth troubleshooting skills to resolve complex network issues across a broad range of technologies Hands-on experience working with different models of Cisco/Juniper/Arista switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and wireless systems Ability to work under high-pressure and challenging environments #J-18808-Ljbffr