Systems Security Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Systems Security Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are open across Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Fort Washington and other Pennsylvania metros, with employers like Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company, Temple University Health System, and ALSTOM hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Sr Network Security Engineer provides the ability to operate Palo Alto firewalls to protect networks from cutting edge cyber threats. Responsible for managing the operation, configuration, implementation and migration of Palo Alto firewalls. Additional responsibilities includes, but is not limited to troubleshooting, creation of rule and configuration changes with templates, capacity planning, OS upgrades and CLI troubleshooting. Conducting audits on managed firewalls will be necessary to ensure compliance standards, policies and configuration guidelines are met. Writing debugging and trace tools to assist network and security teams will also be required. Visio diagrams will need to be created and maintained on network flow to assist team with troubleshooting. Vendor management for managed circuits, equipment, and support. A working knowledge of Cisco network environment along with the ability to support a wide range of infrastructure technologies including Cisco routing and switching, WAN/LAN, VoIP, Unified Communications, enterprise, border and optimization management architectures/systems (VMWare, NetApp, AD, Citrix and Net Scalers). Experience with security compliance standards (i.e. HIPAA) along with site-to-site VPN and remote access VPN. Provides 24/7 support with on-call rotation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This role requires three days on-site (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) at Temple Health Women's and Families Hospital.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field Required or
Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required
Experience
- 7 years experience Network Security (Firewalls) engineering, design, and implementation experience Required
- 5 years experience and a working knowledge of enterprise, border and optimization management architectures/systems (VMWare, NetApp, AD, Citrix, NSX, NetScaler) Required
- 5 years experience with hands-on experience in telecommunications or network security engineering Required
- 5 years experience in IT infrastructure or related IT experience Required
- 5 years experience and knowledge working with LAN switch technology (including large scale LAN network, STP, VTP domain management, network test methods and equipment) Required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Licenses
- Palo Alto Cert Netwrk Sec Admn Preferred or
- Palo Alto Cert Netwrk Sec Engr Preferred
- Microsoft A+ Cert Preferred or
- Network + Certification Preferred or
- Cisco Cert Net Professional Preferred
INTRODUCTION
Sr Network Security Engineer provides the ability to operate Palo Alto firewalls to protect networks from cutting edge cyber threats. Responsible for managing the operation, configuration, implementation and migration of Palo Alto firewalls. Additional responsibilities includes, but is not limited to troubleshooting, creation of rule and configuration changes with templates, capacity planning, OS upgrades and CLI troubleshooting. Conducting audits on managed firewalls will be necessary to ensure compliance standards, policies and configuration guidelines are met. Writing debugging and trace tools to assist network and security teams will also be required. Visio diagrams will need to be created and maintained on network flow to assist team with troubleshooting. Vendor management for managed circuits, equipment, and support. A working knowledge of Cisco network environment along with the ability to support a wide range of infrastructure technologies including Cisco routing and switching, WAN/LAN, VoIP, Unified Communications, enterprise, border and optimization management architectures/systems (VMWare, NetApp, AD, Citrix and Net Scalers). Experience with security compliance standards (i.e. HIPAA) along with site-to-site VPN and remote access VPN. Provides 24/7 support with on-call rotation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This role requires three days on-site (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) at Temple Health Women's and Families Hospital.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field Required or
Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required
Experience
- 7 years experience Network Security (Firewalls) engineering, design, and implementation experience Required
- 5 years experience and a working knowledge of enterprise, border and optimization management architectures/systems (VMWare, NetApp, AD, Citrix, NSX, NetScaler) Required
- 5 years experience with hands-on experience in telecommunications or network security engineering Required
- 5 years experience in IT infrastructure or related IT experience Required
- 5 years experience and knowledge working with LAN switch technology (including large scale LAN network, STP, VTP domain management, network test methods and equipment) Required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Licenses
- Palo Alto Cert Netwrk Sec Admn Preferred or
- Palo Alto Cert Netwrk Sec Engr Preferred
- Microsoft A+ Cert Preferred or
- Network + Certification Preferred or
- Cisco Cert Net Professional Preferred
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Systems Security Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company2
- Temple University Health System2
- ALSTOM1
- Avo Photonics1
- Axalta Coating Systems1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education4
- Insurance3
- Technology & Software3
- Chemicals & Materials2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in systems security engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- 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 Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How many systems security engineer jobs are there in Pennsylvania?
There are 22+ systems security engineer openings in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Fort Washington. New positions post regularly as employers across Pennsylvania hire.
How much do systems security engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Systems security engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $107,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,890 for the lowest 10% to over $167,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most systems security engineer jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Fort Washington have the most systems security engineer openings in Pennsylvania right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire systems security engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring systems security engineers in Pennsylvania include Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company, Temple University Health System, and ALSTOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote systems security engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes. About 45% of systems security engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Pennsylvania metros.
How do I apply for systems security engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can apply to systems security engineer jobs in Pennsylvania directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Pennsylvania location, then apply to each one that fits.
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