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Network Security Administrator

Network Security Administrator Job Description

Network Security Administrators are responsible for installing, administering, and troubleshooting an organization’s security solutions. In Canada, the role requires a strong technical background, including working knowledge of network management protocols, networking architecture, authentication practices, and security administration. Network security administrators integrate and implement network designs by evaluating business strategies and requirements, researching network security standards, and identifying integration issues. Excellent communication skills and experience with virtual network environments, data center and WAN networking technologies, and network security technologies from other providers is preferred. Employers typically seek a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, along with three to six years of relevant experience.

Typical Network Security Administrator Duties:

Implementing network security policies and procedures. Administering and maintaining firewalls. Managing, monitoring, and updating malware prevention systems. Monitoring security advisory groups to ensure all necessary network security updates, patches, and preventive measures are in place. Preventing and detecting intrusion. Performing intrusion detection analysis.

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Salary for Network Security Administrator
80500 - 123750
25th percentile
80500
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
103250
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
123750
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Information Systems Security Manager 115250 138250 151750 Data Security Analyst 114500 134500 147500 Security Architect 106750 133250 159000 Network Security Engineer 106500 129750 144000 Systems Security Administrator 94500 111000 129250 Cybersecurity Analyst 82500 105250 127500

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