Network Security Engineer

Riverside Health

. Conduct and analyze vulnerability scans of hosts and networks .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,800 - $117,975 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting vulnerability scans, performing network security assessments, and enforcing security policies to protect data and systems. Proficient in managing security infrastructure, including firewalls and endpoint protection, while ensuring compliance with best practices in cybersecurity.

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Vulnerability ScanningNetwork Security AssessmentsCompTIA Security+ CertificationCompTIA Network+ CertificationCompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification

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Hard Skills

FirewallsNIDSHIDSSIEMEndpoint ProtectionEmail SecurityMFAWindows Operating SystemsLinux Operating SystemsAzure/AWS Cloud Experience

Tools & Technologies

AntivirusHIPSData Loss PreventionVPNs

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+CompTIA Network+CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF)Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityInternet Security Best PracticesSecurity PoliciesData ProtectionHealth System Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityFirewallsLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct and analyze vulnerability scans of hosts and networks
Perform network security threat/impact assessments
Oversee host-based security across the Health System, including antivirus, HIPS, data loss prevention, and rogue system detection
Respond to malware reports and assist in implementing protective and anti-malware measures
Enforce computer and network security processes
Confer with management, technical staff, and end-users to define requirements for new systems and security infrastructure development
Ensure maximum uptime for firewalls, endpoint protection, and VPNs
Design highly secure infrastructure to ensure maximum uptime and performance
Participate in daily operational needs and strategic projects for the health system
Report to the Chief Information Security Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
3-4 years of working knowledge of technical security solutions, including Firewalls, NIDS, HIDS, SIEM, Endpoint Protection, Email Security, MFA, etc. (Required)
3-4 years enforcing security policies, procedures and plans to safeguard data and systems from cyber attacks (Required)
CompTIA Security+ certification (Required)
CompTIA Network+ certification (Required)
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) certification (Required)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related field (Preferred)
1 year Azure and/or AWS cloud experience (Preferred)
2 years broad technical security knowledge of networking, and Windows and Linux operating systems (Preferred)
Knowledge of Internet security best practices
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GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) certification (Preferred)
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification (Preferred)
Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals certification (Preferred)