Network Security Administrator in Durham, NC

Network Security Administrator job description

Network security administrators are responsible for installing, administering and troubleshooting an organization’s security solutions. The role requires a strong technical background, including working knowledge of network management protocols, networking architecture, authentication practices and security administration. Candidates integrate and implement network designs by evaluating business strategies and requirements, researching network security standards, and identifying integration issues. Excellent communication skills and experience with virtual network environments, datacenter and WAN networking technologies, and network security technologies from other providers is preferred. Employers typically seek a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, along with three to six years of relevant experience.

Typical network security administrator duties:

Implementing network security policies and procedures

Administering and maintaining firewalls

Managing, monitoring and updating malware prevention systems

Monitoring security advisory groups to ensure all necessary network security updates, patches and preventive measures are in place

Preventing and detecting intrusion

Performing intrusion detection analysis

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Salary for Network Security Administrator in Durham, NC

117700 - 171200

Low

117700

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

142310

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

171200

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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