IT Security Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

IT Security Engineer jobs in New Jersey are open across Princeton, Jersey City, and Franklin Lakes and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Princeton IT Services, Jefferies, and BD hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles20+
Top employerPrinceton IT Services
Top cityPrinceton, NJ
Cities hiring11
Work type75% On-site
Top industryTechnology

Showing 5 of 20+ IT Security Engineer jobs

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
Associate Director IT Security Engineering
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The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
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Associate Director IT Security Engineering
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
Jersey City, New Jersey
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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ConnectiveRx
Engineer, IT Information Security Operations
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ConnectiveRx
Added 1w ago
Engineer, IT Information Security Operations
ConnectiveRx
Whippany, New Jersey
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
$71k - $103k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Prudential
Lead, Infrastructure Security Engineer
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Prudential
Added 5d ago
Lead, Infrastructure Security Engineer
Prudential
Newark, New Jersey
Cybersecurity
IT Support & Systems Administration
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
IT Support
$134k - $220k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cross River Bank
Engineer II, IT Infrastructure
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Cross River Bank
Added 1mo ago
Engineer II, IT Infrastructure
Cross River Bank
Fort Lee, New Jersey
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Security Engineering
$80k - $110k/yr
Hybrid
None
501-1,000

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Cls US Services
Assistant Vice President, Information Cyber Security Engineer
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Cls US Services
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Assistant Vice President, Information Cyber Security Engineer
Cls US Services
Iselin, New Jersey
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
Hybrid
Associate's

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IT Security Engineer Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Princeton
5 jobs
Jersey City
4 jobs
Franklin Lakes
2 jobs
Iselin
2 jobs
Fort Lee
1 jobs
Neptune City
1 jobs
New Brunswick
1 jobs
Newark
1 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
1 jobs

IT Security Engineer Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Princeton IT Services
    Princeton IT Services5
  • Jefferies
    Jefferies2
  • Cls US Services
    Cls US Services2
  • BD
    BD1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software9
  • Consulting & Professional Services5
  • Investment & Asset Management4
  • Banking & Financial Services2
  • Education2

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in IT security engineer jobs across New Jersey.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field
  • Active certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or CISM
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems
  • Proficiency in vulnerability assessment tools and penetration testing methodologies
  • Working knowledge of compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2
  • Experience with cloud security controls in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments

IT Security Engineer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many IT security engineer jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 20+ IT security engineer openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Princeton, Jersey City, and Franklin Lakes. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do IT security engineers make in New Jersey?

IT security engineers in New Jersey earn a median of about $134,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $86,860 for the lowest 10% to over $204,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Jersey cities have the most IT security engineer jobs?

Princeton, Jersey City, and Franklin Lakes have the most IT security engineer openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire IT security engineers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring IT security engineers in New Jersey include Princeton IT Services, Jefferies, and BD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote IT security engineer jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 25% of IT security engineer openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for IT security engineer jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to IT security engineer jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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