Systems Security Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

Systems 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 roles21+
Top employerPrinceton IT Services
Top cityPrinceton, NJ
Cities hiring12
Work type81% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Schneider Electric
Field Security Systems Application Engineer
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Schneider Electric
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Field Security Systems Application Engineer
Schneider Electric
Lyndhurst, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Engineering (Non-Software)
Security & Protective Services
$130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Prudential
Lead, Infrastructure Security Engineer
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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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Ryder System
Application Security Engineer
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Ryder System
Added 1mo ago
Application Security Engineer
Ryder System
Trenton, New Jersey
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$110k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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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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Cls US Services Inc.
Assistant Vice President, Information Cyber Security Engineer
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Cls US Services Inc.
Added 2mo ago
Assistant Vice President, Information Cyber Security Engineer
Cls US Services Inc.
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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Systems 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
Lyndhurst
1 jobs
Neptune City
1 jobs
New Brunswick
1 jobs
Newark
1 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
1 jobs

Systems 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
  • Education2
  • Banking & Financial Services1

What New Jersey Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field
  • Active or clearable U.S. security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level
  • Professional certification such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response tools
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Demonstrated experience conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, or threat modeling

Systems Security Engineer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 21+ systems 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 systems security engineers make in New Jersey?

Systems security engineers in New Jersey earn a median of about $108,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,380 for the lowest 10% to over $207,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

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

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

Which companies hire systems security engineers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring systems 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 systems security engineer jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 19% of systems 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 systems security engineer jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to systems 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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