Security Operations Engineer Jobs in Tennessee
Security Operations Engineer jobs in Tennessee are open across Nashville, Memphis, and Brentwood and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Summit Fire & Security, Bridgestone Americas, and Deloitte hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Network Security Engineer
Reference Code 5052
Location:
Country: Canada; United States
US Locations: USA - Hermitage; USA - Nashville; USA - Tampa
Non-US Locations: CAN - Toronto; CAN - Ottawa; CAN - Vancouver
Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.
Work you'll do
Primary Responsibilities Include:
Solution Design and Architecture:
- Design and architect comprehensive network security solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our organization.
- Develop and document detailed security architectures, including network diagrams, security controls, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Ensure that security solutions align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Cybersecurity Expertise:
- Lead the development and implementation of advanced cybersecurity measures to protect against threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks.
- Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans to identify and address potential security risks.
- Stay current with emerging cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to proactively enhance our security posture.
Datacenter Security:
- Oversee the security of datacenter environments, including physical security, network segmentation, and access controls.
- Implement and manage security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and data encryption.
- Collaborate with datacenter operations teams to ensure the secure deployment and maintenance of infrastructure.
Collaboration and Leadership:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and compliance, to integrate security into all aspects of the organization.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior security architects and engineers.
- Communicate complex security concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Incident Response and Management:
- Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures to effectively respond to security incidents.
- Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Conduct post-incident analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Compliance and Governance:
- Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure adherence to security policies and standards.
Knowledge Sharing / Documentation
- Contribute to, produce, and maintain processes, procedures, operational and architectural documentation, that meet CTO Standards.
- Change Control - Ensure compliance with processes and adherence to standards and documentation.
- Assist in training new staff in technical processes and procedures.
- Work with CTO leadership and application teams in reviewing new documentation.
The team
Deloitte Technology works at the forefront of technology development and processes to support and protect Deloitte around the world. In this truly global environment, we operate not in "what is" but rather "what can be" to help Deloitte deliver and connect with its clients, its communities, and one another in ways not previously conceived.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 4 - 6 years of experience in network security, with at least 5 years in an engineering role.
- Extensive experience with cybersecurity technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
- Must be proficient in Palo Alto and Check Point Firewall platforms.
- Strong knowledge of datacenter security principles, including physical security, network segmentation, and virtualization security.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCIE Security, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Proven ability to design and implement complex security solutions in large-scale enterprise environments.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
Our culture
At Deloitte Global people are valued and respected for who they are - with opportunities to bring their unique perspectives, talents and passions to business challenges. Our global workspace creates room for individuality and collaboration. Ours is an inclusive, supportive, connected culture with a focus on development, flexibility, and well-being. This culture makes Deloitte Global one of the most rewarding places to work, and to transform your career.
Professional development
From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe in investing in you, helping you identify and hone your unique strengths at every step of your career. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities, and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.
Benefits
At Deloitte, we value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Our Total Rewards program reflects our continued commitment to lead from the front in everything we do - that's why we take pride in offering a comprehensive variety of programs and resources to support your health and well-being.
Recruiting for this role ends on .
Deloitte Global is required by local law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role for individuals applying to work in our (Open Cities Requiring Pay Disclosure) locations. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role would land at or near the top end of the range, but such a decision will be dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the range is - for individuals applying to work in these locations.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Network Security Engineer
Reference Code 5052
Location:
Country: Canada; United States
US Locations: USA - Hermitage; USA - Nashville; USA - Tampa
Non-US Locations: CAN - Toronto; CAN - Ottawa; CAN - Vancouver
Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.
Work you'll do
Primary Responsibilities Include:
Solution Design and Architecture:
- Design and architect comprehensive network security solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our organization.
- Develop and document detailed security architectures, including network diagrams, security controls, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Ensure that security solutions align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Cybersecurity Expertise:
- Lead the development and implementation of advanced cybersecurity measures to protect against threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks.
- Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans to identify and address potential security risks.
- Stay current with emerging cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to proactively enhance our security posture.
Datacenter Security:
- Oversee the security of datacenter environments, including physical security, network segmentation, and access controls.
- Implement and manage security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and data encryption.
- Collaborate with datacenter operations teams to ensure the secure deployment and maintenance of infrastructure.
Collaboration and Leadership:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and compliance, to integrate security into all aspects of the organization.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior security architects and engineers.
- Communicate complex security concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Incident Response and Management:
- Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures to effectively respond to security incidents.
- Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Conduct post-incident analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Compliance and Governance:
- Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure adherence to security policies and standards.
Knowledge Sharing / Documentation
- Contribute to, produce, and maintain processes, procedures, operational and architectural documentation, that meet CTO Standards.
- Change Control - Ensure compliance with processes and adherence to standards and documentation.
- Assist in training new staff in technical processes and procedures.
- Work with CTO leadership and application teams in reviewing new documentation.
The team
Deloitte Technology works at the forefront of technology development and processes to support and protect Deloitte around the world. In this truly global environment, we operate not in "what is" but rather "what can be" to help Deloitte deliver and connect with its clients, its communities, and one another in ways not previously conceived.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 4 - 6 years of experience in network security, with at least 5 years in an engineering role.
- Extensive experience with cybersecurity technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
- Must be proficient in Palo Alto and Check Point Firewall platforms.
- Strong knowledge of datacenter security principles, including physical security, network segmentation, and virtualization security.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCIE Security, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Proven ability to design and implement complex security solutions in large-scale enterprise environments.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
Our culture
At Deloitte Global people are valued and respected for who they are - with opportunities to bring their unique perspectives, talents and passions to business challenges. Our global workspace creates room for individuality and collaboration. Ours is an inclusive, supportive, connected culture with a focus on development, flexibility, and well-being. This culture makes Deloitte Global one of the most rewarding places to work, and to transform your career.
Professional development
From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe in investing in you, helping you identify and hone your unique strengths at every step of your career. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities, and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.
Benefits
At Deloitte, we value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Our Total Rewards program reflects our continued commitment to lead from the front in everything we do - that's why we take pride in offering a comprehensive variety of programs and resources to support your health and well-being.
Recruiting for this role ends on .
Deloitte Global is required by local law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role for individuals applying to work in our (Open Cities Requiring Pay Disclosure) locations. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role would land at or near the top end of the range, but such a decision will be dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the range is - for individuals applying to work in these locations.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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Security Operations Engineer Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Summit Fire & Security2
- Bridgestone Americas1
- Deloitte1
- HCA Healthcare1
- Lifepoint Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Chemicals & Materials1
- Government & Public Sector1
- Human Resources1
- Manufacturing1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security operations engineer jobs across Tennessee.
- Three or more years of hands-on experience in a security operations center or equivalent environment
- Proficiency with at least one major SIEM platform such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- Experience with endpoint detection and response tools including CrowdStrike Falcon or Carbon Black
- Relevant certification such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, GCIA, GCIH, or CISSP
- Familiarity with cloud security monitoring across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Knowledge of incident response frameworks and threat intelligence integration practices
Security Operations Engineer Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many security operations engineer jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 9+ security operations engineer openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Nashville, Memphis, and Brentwood. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do security operations engineers make in Tennessee?
Security operations 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 security operations engineer jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Brentwood have the most security operations engineer openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire security operations engineers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring security operations engineers in Tennessee include Summit Fire & Security, Bridgestone Americas, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote security operations engineer jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 11% of security operations 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 security operations engineer jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to security operations 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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