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Top Industries hiring Security / Cybersecurity Engineers

  1. Information Tech
  2. Finance/Insurance
  3. eCommerce
  4. Enterprise Software
  5. Security

Top Skills for Security / Cybersecurity Engineers

  1. C++
  2. C
  3. Java
  4. Python
  5. PHP

Security / Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs

Security / Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs in Chicago

Find Security Engineer Jobs in Chicago

Security Engineers serve as the front line of defense against cyber threats. They design, develop or install IT security solutions that help reduce a company’s vulnerability to hacks, intrusions or attacks. Part of their duties may include developing automation scripts, installing and configuring firewalls, evaluating new technology for security flaws and performing software/firmware upgrades. Security Engineers often work in full-time positions alongside system analysts and network administrators. With the increased reliance on data-storage and cloud-computing, the demand for network security has been on a rise. Projections by BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) estimate a 28 percent job growth for Information security analyst, including security engineers for decades to come.

Living and Working in Chicago

The third most populous city in the U.S., Chicago is a major finance and business hub. It houses a Federal Reserve Bank and over a dozen Fortune 500 corporations, including Boeing, Walgreens, Motorola Solutions and Allstate. Chicago’s economy is also serviced by strong manufacturing, publishing and food processing sectors. In 2017, the city was ranked among the top 10 most competitive financial centers in the Global Financial Centres Index.

Chicago is famous for its festivals, beaches and restaurants. It’s also known for its cultural diversity, which is reflected across neighborhoods such as Little Italy, Greektown and Chinatown. Other popular neighborhoods include Lincoln Park, South Loop, West Town and Logan Square. Nestled next to a lake, Chicago experiences blustery breezes and relatively pleasant weather, especially during the spring and early fall.

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Companies Hiring for Security / Cybersecurity Engineer

Top Industries hiring Security / Cybersecurity Engineers

  1. Information Tech
  2. Finance/Insurance
  3. eCommerce
  4. Enterprise Software
  5. Security

Top Skills for Security / Cybersecurity Engineers

  1. C++
  2. C
  3. Java
  4. Python
  5. PHP

Security / Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs