Network Security Manager Jobs

Network Security Manager jobs are open across government, defense, finance, healthcare, and technology, from mid-level to director, with specializations in threat intelligence, security operations center leadership, and compliance and risk management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles295+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerBooz Allen Hamilton
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type42% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Enterprise Technology - Network Security Operations Analyst
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Enterprise Technology - Network Security Operations Analyst
NBH Bank
Kansas City, Missouri
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Healthcare Network Security Manager
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Healthcare Network Security Manager
Allied Universal
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Healthcare Network Security Manager
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Healthcare Network Security Manager
Allied Universal
Charlotte, North Carolina
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Healthcare Network Security Manager
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Healthcare Network Security Manager
Allied Universal
Raleigh, North Carolina
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Sales
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Healthcare Network Security Manager
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Healthcare Network Security Manager
Allied Universal
Richmond, Virginia
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Network Security Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

Booz Allen Hamilton8 open roles
General Dynamics Information Technology8 open roles
Deloitte6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software20
  • Education3
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Electronics & Hardware2
  • Investment & Asset Management2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in network security manager jobs.

  • Five or more years of experience in network security, information security, or a related discipline
  • Active CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security management certification
  • Hands-on experience managing firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM platforms
  • Demonstrated knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or comparable security frameworks
  • Experience leading and developing a security operations or network security team
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field

Tips for Your Network Security Manager Job Search

Align your resume to compliance frameworks

Network security manager roles in regulated industries require demonstrated fluency with NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls. Name the specific frameworks you've implemented and what measurable outcomes they produced, not just that you're familiar with them.

Certify before targeting senior roles

CISSP and CISM consistently appear in senior network security manager postings as requirements, not preferences. If you hold either, place it in your resume header and your application headline so it clears automated screening before a human ever reads your resume.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists network security manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that match your environment size

Job descriptions often signal whether the team manages cloud-native infrastructure, legacy on-premise networks, or hybrid environments. Matching your experience to that environment in your cover letter, using their exact stack terminology, sharply increases callback rates.

Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews

Network security manager interviews frequently include live threat-response scenarios, such as diagnosing a simulated breach or walking through an incident playbook you've authored. Rehearse out loud, not just in your head, with a specific past incident as your anchor example.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay

Security leadership roles frequently include budget authority, training allowances, and certification reimbursement that don't appear in the initial offer letter. Ask explicitly about each during the offer stage, as these benefits vary widely and are almost always negotiable.

Network Security Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most network security managers?

Booz Allen Hamilton, General Dynamics Information Technology, and Deloitte are hiring the most network security managers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Virginia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, large financial institutions, and healthcare systems consistently represent the highest volume of active postings.

How many network security manager jobs are remote?

About 58% of network security manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry and employer. Governance, risk, and compliance-focused roles and positions tied to cloud-native environments tend to offer the most location flexibility, while roles managing physical network infrastructure are more likely to require on-site presence.

How do you become a network security manager?

Start by building several years of hands-on experience as a network engineer, security analyst, or systems administrator so you understand the operational layer you'll eventually manage. Earn a recognized certification such as CISSP or CISM to demonstrate strategic and managerial competency. Take on team lead or project lead responsibilities whenever they're available, and document your ability to translate technical risk into business-level decisions.

Can you get a network security manager role with limited experience?

Moving directly into a manager title with no prior security leadership experience is difficult, but moving into an adjacent role first is a proven path. Titles like security team lead, senior security analyst, or network security engineer with informal supervisory duties give you the documented leadership experience hiring managers want to see before they'll consider you for a manager-level opening.

What does the network security manager interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four rounds and include an initial recruiter screen, a technical panel covering threat modeling, incident response, and your experience with security tools, and a leadership or behavioral interview focused on how you've managed teams and communicated risk to non-technical stakeholders. Some employers add a live scenario exercise where you walk through how you'd respond to a specific threat or audit finding.

Where can I find and apply to network security manager jobs?

You can find and apply to network security manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target environment, and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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