How to hire a manager, network & security

How to hire a manager, network & security, step by step

Here's a step-by-step manager, network & security hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a manager, network & security job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new manager, network & security
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the manager, network & security you need to hire. Certain manager, network & security roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A manager, network & security's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, managers, network & security from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of manager, network & security salaries for various roles:

   Type of Manager, Network & Security	Description	Hourly rate
   Manager, Network & Security	Information security analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization’s computer networks and systems. Their responsibilities are continually expanding as the number of cyberattacks increases.	$37-76
   Information Assurance Engineer	Information assurance engineers are responsible for protecting an organization's data. They act as a team of security specialists that use their skill in securely operating and keeping data to protect the organization's most essential asset... Show more	$32-56
   Securities Consultant	A securities consultant is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the company's premises, including enforcing protection for all the employees and company assets. Securities consultants also handle the confidentiality and stability of data network systems to prevent potential breaches and unauthorized access to information... Show more	$34-55

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Firewall
   • Incident Response
   • Architecture
   • Network Infrastructure
   • Troubleshoot
   • Project Management
   • ITIL
   • Vulnerability Assessments
   • VPN
   • Security Solutions
   • Switches
   • Security Management
   • Lan Wan
   • SIEM

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage vendor relationships, including Cisco, F5, Internap, and Level3.
   • Design and manage ASN's, DHCP services, and corporate DNS servers.
   • Provide high-level vendor management, manage VoIP, network, and network circuits for all locations.
   • Spur planning and delivery of organization's first production storage area network (SAN) in support of virtual infrastructure initiative.
   • Manage team that provides governance over global network security perimeter controls including firewalls and intrusion prevention systems.
   • Manage the first and second releases of a highly customize SharePoint portal application focuse on engaging partners and automating business processes.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the manager, network & security job description is a good way to get more applicants. A manager, network & security salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a manager, network & security in Florida may be lower than in California, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level manager, network & security. Additionally, a manager, network & security with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average manager, network & security salary

   $110,943yearly

   $53.34 hourly rate

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   Entry-level manager, network & security salary

   $77,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average manager, network & security salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$144,230	$69
   2	Utah	$122,921	$59
   3	Oregon	$119,714	$58
   4	Massachusetts	$116,317	$56
   5	Washington	$116,077	$56
   6	New Jersey	$111,932	$54
   7	Pennsylvania	$109,790	$53
   8	Wisconsin	$107,291	$52
   9	New York	$106,215	$51
   10	Idaho	$105,081	$51
   11	Delaware	$103,005	$50
   12	West Virginia	$101,924	$49
   13	Montana	$99,917	$48
   14	Kentucky	$99,746	$48
   15	Wyoming	$98,994	$48
   16	Florida	$98,832	$48
   17	Texas	$98,521	$47
   18	Minnesota	$98,064	$47
   19	North Carolina	$97,329	$47
   20	Nebraska	$96,402	$46

   Average manager, network & security salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Palo Alto Networks	$144,360	$69.40	9
   2	Etsy	$143,631	$69.05	1
   3	Amazon	$142,512	$68.52	218
   4	Arrow Electronics	$128,536	$61.80
   5	JPMorgan Chase & Co.	$128,004	$61.54	67
   6	Intel	$119,583	$57.49	23
   7	Costco Wholesale	$118,388	$56.92	1
   8	Robert Half	$112,376	$54.03	79
   9	Granite Telecommunications	$108,149	$51.99	1
   10	DASNY - Dormitory Authority of the State of New York	$105,854	$50.89
   11	Kavaliro	$105,625	$50.78	10
   12	Freelance Computer Services	$104,374	$50.18	11
   13	Campbell Soup	$104,160	$50.08	1
   14	Microland Electronics	$101,081	$48.60
   15	Netrix	$100,537	$48.34
   16	Walker Engineering	$99,042	$47.62
   17	Raymond James Financial	$95,119	$45.73	10
   18	The City University of New York	$94,810	$45.58	12
   19	University of Rochester	$87,484	$42.06	4
   20	Verizon Services Corp.	$74,818	$35.97	1

4. Writing a manager, network & security job description

   A manager, network & security job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a manager, network & security job description:

   Manager, network & security job description example

   Do you want to be part of a team that encourages your growth, supports your ambitions and makes it a priority for you to reach your goals? Is helping people part of who you are? At MassMutual, we help millions of people find financial freedom, offer financial protection and plan for the future. We do this by building trust with our customers by being knowledgeable problem solvers and prioritize their needs above all else. We Live Mutual.
   Description
   
   OBJECTIVES OF THIS ROLE:
   Responsible for supporting the design, build, and implementation of Ingress and Egress controls.Responsible for supporting the design, build, and implementation of AWS Networking and Content Delivery services, focusing on Amazon VPC, AWS Transit Gateway, and Security Group configuration. Responsible for updating key stakeholders on all activities related to data security in the cloud. Responsible for supporting the network security aspect (hardening) of AWS approved services with a defense in depth mindset. Responsible for supporting the build of infrastructure as code from a networking perspective.Analyze network logs for configuration drift and potential anomalous activity.Define proper risk levels that align with the company risk appetite without compromising velocity or innovation. Influence security controls related to Network Security in cloud hosting provider environments. Make recommendations, leveraging deep knowledge and expertise in cybersecurity technologies/products.Work with Enterprise Architecture and Solution Architecture to identify end-to-end technical solutions based on business needs that utilize a service-based architecture.Educate on the importance of network security in the cloud.
   
   BASIC SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
   Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent work experience5 years of hands on experience in the Network Security3 years of hands on experience in the AWS Environment Expert knowledge of cloud shared responsibility models Proven experience in automation, API's, terraform, IaC, json, python, WAF, DDOS, and firewall configuration Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work east coast hours and travel as needed
   
   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
   Master's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent work experience Certifications: AWS Foundations, AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, AWS Security SpecialityExperience in a DevOps organization
   
   #LI-RK1
   
   Why Join Us.
   
   We've been around since 1851. During our history, we've learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.
   
   We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It's more than our company structure - it's our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
   
   MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find managers, network & security for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your manager, network & security job on Zippia to find and recruit manager, network & security candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting managers, network & security requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview manager, network & security candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new manager, network & security

   Once you've selected the best manager, network & security candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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