IT Security Engineer

Samsung Electronics

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Taylor, TX
Salary
$95,000–$120,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Jan 1, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $108k
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This role pays less than 98% of similar roles. Most pay $143,672–$208,800 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $108k versus about $176k for comparable roles.

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About Samsung Electronics

Samsung Electronics is a South Korean multinational corporation and a global leader in technology, specializing in consumer electronics, semiconductors, and home appliances.

Samsung Electronics currently has 94 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,000–$174,500 across 85 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · IT Security Engineer

The IT Security Engineer joins the security team to manage enterprise server security, network security systems, and endpoint security within a high-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on Key Management Service architecture to protect cryptographic keys, secrets, and sensitive organizational data. Daily responsibilities include monitoring firewalls and proxy servers, managing data encryption workflows, and overseeing anti-virus and print security. The engineer identifies risks, develops mitigation plans, and ensures compliance with corporate IT security practices while addressing internal and external audits. Candidates must possess a degree in Computer Science or a related field and experience with computer networking protocols, operating system security, and cryptography. Technical skills include managing network gateway security and providing rotating on-call support to ensure continuous availability of all owned security systems and applications.

What you'll do

  • Set up, maintain, and monitor the Key Management Service (KMS) to secure encryption keys and data workflows.
  • Manage and optimize network security controls, including the monitoring of firewalls and proxy servers.
  • Identify security risks and develop comprehensive mitigation plans to protect sensitive organizational data.
  • Oversee IT security systems and applications, including anti-virus, print security, and device control.
  • Perform local IT operations to ensure compliance with corporate security practices and policies.
  • Address questions from internal and external audits and examinations regarding security protocols.
  • Provide rotating on-call support for troubleshooting and rapid incident response for all security systems.

What we're looking for

  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Security, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience.
  • Strong foundational understanding of computer networking protocols, operating system security, and cryptography.
  • SANS, ISACA, (ICS)2, CompTIA, Cisco, CERT, or other recognized technical cybersecurity certifications (preferred).
  • Ability to access controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws.
  • Must meet the "U.S. Person" definition or be eligible for a timely federal export license.
  • U.S. citizens.

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