Systems Security Engineer in Reading, PA

Systems Security Engineer job description

A systems security engineer is responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining security measures that help protect an organization's technology infrastructure, systems and data. These professionals play a critical role in safeguarding network environments, applications, cloud platforms and enterprise systems against cybersecurity threats and unauthorized access. As organizations face increasingly complex security challenges and evolving regulatory requirements, systems security engineers help strengthen security postures and support business continuity.

Systems security engineers work closely with information technology, infrastructure, compliance and business teams to integrate security into technology initiatives and daily operations. Their efforts help organizations reduce risk, support regulatory compliance and maintain the availability, integrity and confidentiality of critical systems and information.

Typical systems security engineer duties:

Design and implement security controls that protect systems, networks, applications and data

Monitor security environments and investigate vulnerabilities, threats and security incidents

Deploy, maintain and optimize security technologies across enterprise systems and infrastructure

Collaborate with IT and business teams to integrate security requirements into technology projects and operational processes

Conduct security assessments, risk reviews and testing activities to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls

Support compliance initiatives, security audits, incident response planning, documentation and efforts to strengthen architecture and reduce risk

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Salary for Systems Security Engineer in Reading, PA

117975 - 162094

Low

117975

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

Mid

140156

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

High

162094

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

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