Explore Cyber Security Engineer Jobs

Cyber Security Engineers design, build, and maintain the systems that protect organizations from cyber threats. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles focused on security architecture, cloud environments, application security, incident response, and threat detection. Ladders specializes in professional positions paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles that align with their skills and career goals.

What Cyber Security Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by organization and seniority, but may include identifying vulnerabilities, deploying security controls, monitoring systems, investigating incidents, and strengthening security practices across infrastructure and software. Engineers often collaborate with IT, development, compliance, and risk teams to reduce exposure while enabling business operations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with network and cloud security, identity and access management, vulnerability management, security information and event management (SIEM) tools, and incident response. Knowledge of programming or scripting, secure software development, and relevant frameworks can also be valuable. Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, or cloud-provider security credentials may support an application, depending on the role.

Career Paths and Specializations

Cyber Security Engineers can specialize in areas such as cloud security, application security, penetration testing, security operations, or security architecture. With experience, they may advance into senior engineering, security leadership, or architect positions. Job titles and expectations differ by employer, so review each listing for its specific scope and requirements.

Find Your Next Cyber Security Engineer Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Cyber Security Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and work arrangements, then apply to roles that match your expertise and preferred career direction.

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$116K - $125K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by designing and implementing robust controls for enterprise applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal s...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by designing, deploying, and supporting security technologies. Collaborate with clients to enhance their security posture while aligning with busi...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $98K *

Unlock your potential as you develop and automate security processes, enhancing global cybersecurity operations while working with senior engineers to better the organization's security posture...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $149K *

Accelerate your career as a Cybersecurity Engineer, enhancing security tools, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with teams to fortify defenses against threats. Drive incident response and...

Wrangell, AKRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing web applications for federal clients. Collaborate in a cross-functional environment to implement security measures and threat detection, ensuring compliance wi...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing cybersecurity measures for web applications, ensuring compliance with industry standards while managing threats. Utilize your expertise to protect vital data a...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $158K *

Contribute to the security of critical Oracle systems by designing and implementing cyber controls. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, support testing phases, and produce quality deliverable...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to protecting digital assets by designing and implementing innovative cybersecurity solutions. Collaborate with leadership and mentor peers while navigating a dynamic envi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage in designing and implementing robust cybersecurity solutions while managing security technologies and cloud services. Collaborate across teams to ensure operational performance and support clie...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $242K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by developing innovative architectures and strategies that integrate AI and emerging technologies, enhancing security capabilities across multiple domains while colla...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through innovative cloud solutions. You'll design, implement, and optimize security monitoring in Azure, leveraging tools like Microsoft Sentine...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through cloud solutions. You'll design, implement, and optimize security monitoring and automation in a dynamic environment, focusing on Azure a...

Virginia, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $149K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding our IT environment by managing security incidents, collaborating across teams, and enhancing our incident response capabilities to ensure compliance and protection agai...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Drive cybersecurity solutions by managing security platforms, improving detection logic, and leading incident response efforts while ensuring operational health and compliance across diverse client en...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $260K *

Lead the charge in securing global systems as a Cybersecurity Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure architectures while ensuring compliance with critical s...

Carlsbad, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $250K *

Transform client security outcomes by leveraging technical expertise and customer engagement. Drive pre-sales efforts, conduct impactful demonstrations, and build strong relationships with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Build and automate security solutions within the software development lifecycle, enhancing application and cloud security through hands-on collaboration and systemic risk evaluation. Lead initiatives...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate secure network solutions by engineering and supporting robust infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security technologies, ensuring reliable connectivity and comp...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks, develop automation, and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the enhancement of security measures for cloud-based healthcare solutions, focusing on vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensu...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Security Engineering team. Drive technical direction, own security architecture, and collaborate closely with operations to build robust security platforms and...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $190K *

Lead and innovate in cybersecurity by enhancing security delivery through automation and AI. Collaborate across teams to identify gaps, improve compliance, and strengthen processes, ensuring consisten...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

Join a team that's embedding security into every software development phase, enhancing product safety and reliability while directly influencing our technology offerings. You'll collaborate with engin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $138K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by assessing and securing technology environments during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance and integration of critical systems across diverse platforms...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $231K *

Empower security excellence by leading ServiceNow implementations, ensuring compliance with NIST and FedRAMP standards, and enhancing platform security through innovative governance and risk managemen...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cyber Security Engineer do?question toggle

    A Cyber Security Engineer builds and maintains technical safeguards to protect an organization's networks, systems, applications, and data. Work may include vulnerability management, security monitoring, incident response, and designing secure infrastructure.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Cyber Security Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for relevant experience in cybersecurity or IT, knowledge of network and cloud security, and familiarity with security tools and practices. Some roles prefer a degree or certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, or cloud security credentials.

  • Which skills are important for Cyber Security Engineers?question toggle

    Useful skills include threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, incident response, identity and access management, cloud security, and knowledge of SIEM tools. Scripting, clear communication, and collaboration with technical and business teams can also be valuable.

  • What types of Cyber Security Engineer jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Opportunities may include security engineering, cloud security, application security, security operations, threat detection, and security architecture roles. Available titles and responsibilities depend on current employer openings.

  • What salary range do Cyber Security Engineer jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by employer, location, seniority, specialization, and other factors; check each listing for its stated salary details.