IT Security Engineer Jobs in Tennessee
IT Security Engineer jobs in Tennessee are open across Nashville, Brentwood, and Clarksville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Bharat Forge, Bridgestone Americas, and Conexess hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description:
Primary Job Function:
We are seeking a skilled Senior IT Infrastructure & Network Engineer with strong expertise in enterprise IT environments, network infrastructure, cloud services, and security frameworks.
- Server & Infrastructure Management
- Manage and maintain Windows Server & Linux environments.
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Server monitoring, hardening, patching, and performance tuning.
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Virtualization Management
- Administer VMware and Nutanix.
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VM provisioning, tuning, DR, and optimization.
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Network Infrastructure Management
- Manage LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN.
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Configure routers, switches, firewalls (Fortinet).
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Network Security & Compliance
- Implement firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS.
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Conduct audits, VA, policy compliance.
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Cloud Infrastructure Management
- Manage Azure environments.
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Cost optimization, governance, cloud security.
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Storage & Backup Management
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Administer NAS/SAN, backups, DR readiness.
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IT Security & Risk Management
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Infrastructure security, patching, remediation.
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Troubleshooting & Support
- User problem troubleshooting.
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Vendor coordination.
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Automation & Scripting
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PowerShell, Bash, Python automation.
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Continuous Improvement
- Technology upgrades, optimization initiatives.
Requirements:
The candidate should have a minimum of 7 to 10 years' experience.
- Network Administration, Firewall management and personal computers.
- Windows/Linux admin, VMware/Nutanix, Networking.
- Azure/AWS cloud, NAS/SAN storage.
- CCNA/CCNP.
- VCP preferred.
Candidate should have strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Educational qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other equivalent degree in IT.
Description:
Primary Job Function:
We are seeking a skilled Senior IT Infrastructure & Network Engineer with strong expertise in enterprise IT environments, network infrastructure, cloud services, and security frameworks.
- Server & Infrastructure Management
- Manage and maintain Windows Server & Linux environments.
-
Server monitoring, hardening, patching, and performance tuning.
-
Virtualization Management
- Administer VMware and Nutanix.
-
VM provisioning, tuning, DR, and optimization.
-
Network Infrastructure Management
- Manage LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN.
-
Configure routers, switches, firewalls (Fortinet).
-
Network Security & Compliance
- Implement firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS.
-
Conduct audits, VA, policy compliance.
-
Cloud Infrastructure Management
- Manage Azure environments.
-
Cost optimization, governance, cloud security.
-
Storage & Backup Management
-
Administer NAS/SAN, backups, DR readiness.
-
IT Security & Risk Management
-
Infrastructure security, patching, remediation.
-
Troubleshooting & Support
- User problem troubleshooting.
-
Vendor coordination.
-
Automation & Scripting
-
PowerShell, Bash, Python automation.
-
Continuous Improvement
- Technology upgrades, optimization initiatives.
Requirements:
The candidate should have a minimum of 7 to 10 years' experience.
- Network Administration, Firewall management and personal computers.
- Windows/Linux admin, VMware/Nutanix, Networking.
- Azure/AWS cloud, NAS/SAN storage.
- CCNA/CCNP.
- VCP preferred.
Candidate should have strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Educational qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other equivalent degree in IT.
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IT Security Engineer Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Bharat Forge1
- Bridgestone Americas1
- Conexess1
- Dialysis Clinic1
- M.C. Dean1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Chemicals & Materials1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Manufacturing1
- Retail1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT security engineer jobs across Tennessee.
- 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 Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many IT security engineer jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 7+ IT security engineer openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Nashville, Brentwood, and Clarksville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do IT security engineers make in Tennessee?
IT security engineers in Tennessee earn a median of about $115,430 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,870 for the lowest 10% to over $250,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Tennessee cities have the most IT security engineer jobs?
Nashville, Brentwood, and Clarksville have the most IT security engineer openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire IT security engineers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring IT security engineers in Tennessee include Bharat Forge, Bridgestone Americas, and Conexess, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote IT security engineer jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 0% of IT security engineer openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for IT security engineer jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to IT security engineer jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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