Information Security Engineers help protect an organization’s systems, networks, applications, and data from cyber threats. They design and maintain security controls, investigate vulnerabilities, and work with technical teams to reduce risk. Explore vetted Information Security Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where listed jobs pay $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by organization and seniority, but often include implementing security tools, monitoring systems for suspicious activity, assessing vulnerabilities, supporting incident response, and improving security standards. Engineers may focus on areas such as cloud infrastructure, application security, identity and access management, network defense, or security automation.
Employers commonly seek experience with security principles, operating systems, networking, and cloud platforms, along with familiarity with vulnerability management, encryption, logging, and incident response. Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001 can be useful. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills help engineers explain risks and collaborate across teams. Requirements vary by role; some employers value relevant certifications or a degree, while others prioritize demonstrated experience.
Compensation depends on experience, location, industry, specialization, and the scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities that meet this compensation threshold. Career paths may lead to senior security engineering, security architecture, cloud security leadership, or management roles.
Browse current openings and compare role requirements, work arrangements, and areas of specialization. Use your resume to highlight measurable security outcomes, relevant technologies, and projects that demonstrate how you identify and reduce risk.
Senior Product Security Engineer
$115K - $145K *
Lead security initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed security in the software development lifecycle, ensuring robust protection for high-risk product areas while driving ado...
3 days ago
Senior Infrastructure Test Engineer, DevOps
$120K - $140K *
Unlock your potential as you innovate automated testing solutions for AWS infrastructures and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment confidence and streamline v...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of comprehensive cyber risk assessments across the enterprise, articulating risks in business terms to ensure informed decision-making by leadership and helping to strengthen the organi...
Reposted 4 days ago
Information Security Program Manager
$105K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance information security programs, ensuring compliance and risk management across diverse industries. Collaborate with executives to develop strategies that protect...
4 days ago
Software Engineer – AI Applications & ServiceNow
$100K - $130K *
Drive the design and deployment of secure AI applications in cloud environments, integrating advanced technologies like machine learning and ServiceNow solutions to enhance operational efficiency and...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Analyze customer needs and advance technical solutions in cybersecurity, collaborating with sales and product teams to deliver impactful presentations and proposals while ensuring seamless product int...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$130K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing federal cybersecurity compliance through advanced risk management and governance. Leverage your expertise to conduct assessments, manage authorizations, and e...
2 weeks ago
Lead AI Application Security Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Join our team as a technical leader to secure AI applications and platforms. Drive AI security architecture, testing, and standards, collaborating across teams to ensure robust and secure deployment o...
Reposted 4 days ago
Staff Security Governance Engineer, Policies & Standards
$168K - $238K *
Optimize security governance and policy management by leveraging automation and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with emerging regulations and enhance policy effectiven...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Engineering Manager- Cloud Operations- Fedramp
$166K - $238K *
Lead a dynamic team of engineers in cloud operations, driving reliability and automation. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and enhance mission-critical services for government cl...
1 week ago
$64K - $102K *
Elevate network performance by deploying and optimizing voice solutions, ensuring 99.999% uptime. Collaborate on network planning and security, while providing expert support and documentation for com...
Reposted 3 days ago
Cybersecurity GRC Senior Analyst
$80K - $120K *
Elevate enterprise cybersecurity by leading risk assessments, validating controls, and driving compliance initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure informed decisions and enhance the Cybersecurity...
2 days ago
Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer (IaaS)
$145K - $170K *
Transform critical government missions by providing hands-on engineering support for enterprise infrastructure, cloud services, and virtualization. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure the securit...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform cybersecurity practices by leading RMF/ATO processes for a cloud-based platform, ensuring compliance with NIST standards and implementing robust security controls. Collaborate with stakehold...
4 weeks ago
$115K - $117K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing privacy compliance and cybersecurity. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess risks, develop training, and ensure adherence to federal regulations while prote...
2 weeks ago
$82K - $172K *
Innovate your career as you design and maintain mission-critical software for defense financial systems. Lead a growing team, integrate AI capabilities, and ensure compliance in both classified and un...
4 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Transform the future of automation solutions by engineering real-time controls and information systems across manufacturing environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance operational efficie...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's innovating real-time automation solutions across industries. As a Systems Engineer, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge controls, mentor peers, and enhance operational efficie...
Today
$90K - $110K *
Optimize real-time automation solutions across manufacturing and enterprise levels. Collaborate with engineering teams to design, implement, and enhance systems using diverse programming and design to...
2 weeks ago
Senior System Software Engineer - Security
$152K - $287K *
Champion security excellence by investigating vulnerabilities and enhancing Secure Development Lifecycle practices across data center software platforms, driving timely remediation and fostering colla...
3 days ago
Senior Director - Cybersecurity Identity & Access Management
$174K - $291K *
Lead the charge in shaping enterprise identity and access management strategies. Drive operational excellence, oversee IAM governance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security a...
2 weeks ago
$114K - $252K *
Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by optimizing AWS GovCloud environments. Leverage your expertise in architecture and security compliance while empowering technical teams toward innovation and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Intellectual Property Security Engineer
$184K - $356K *
Engage in safeguarding intellectual property within engineering teams by establishing secure workflows, creating training materials, and managing security policies. Collaborate effectively across team...
Reposted 1 week ago
Application Security Architect, Information Technology
$135K - $160K *
Lead the secure architecture direction for a cloud-native financial platform, ensuring robust security controls and hands-on implementation while guiding teams to enhance security posture and reduce r...
3 days ago
Senior Software Security Architect
$135K - $160K *
Advance security integration by leading DevSecOps initiatives, enhancing software delivery, and establishing robust security standards across engineering teams to mitigate risks and improve efficiency...
2 days ago
What does an Information Security Engineer do?
An Information Security Engineer builds and maintains safeguards for an organization’s technology and data. The work can include securing networks and cloud environments, assessing vulnerabilities, monitoring for threats, and supporting incident response.
What skills are important for Information Security Engineer jobs?
Commonly requested skills include networking and operating-system fundamentals, security monitoring, vulnerability management, cloud security, scripting or automation, and clear communication. Specific requirements depend on the employer and role.
What qualifications do employers look for?
Employers may consider relevant work experience, technical skills, education, and certifications. Some roles emphasize specialized experience in areas such as cloud, application, or network security; qualifications differ across postings.
How much do Information Security Engineers earn?
Pay varies with location, experience, industry, specialization, and job scope. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.
Where can I find Information Security Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Explore Information Security Engineer openings on Ladders. Listings are vetted professional jobs with compensation of at least $100,000.