Information Security Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does an Information Security Engineer Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Information Security Engineer Salary and Career Growth

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.

Find Information Security Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$100K - $179K *

Elevate application security by designing and implementing scalable, automated processes. You will lead tooling integration and enhance product security while collaborating across teams to foster robu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $179K *

Unlock the potential of secure applications by leading innovative AppSec processes, enhancing product features, and integrating security controls to ensure top-notch cybersecurity practices across dev...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $163K *

Optimize application security by designing, implementing, and automating scalable processes, leading technical integrations, and enhancing risk mitigation strategies across diverse environments and te...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $179K *

Transform the landscape of application security by leading scalable processes, enhancing tooling, and ensuring compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and elevate...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by enhancing data security and integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust security measures, conduct audits, and mitigate risks while staying ahead of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $170K *

Grow your career with a global team focused on engineering and implementing security solutions across multi-cloud and on-premise environments, ensuring compliance and innovation while collaborating wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge managed AI security service, enhancing client visibility and response capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize platform deployment, pol...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by protecting systems and data. Engage in incident response, vulnerability management, and security technology administration while collaborating with cross-functiona...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading Microsoft Cloud security projects, deploying SIEM and XDR solutions, and enhancing customer environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovation in Manage...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $258K *

Develop and lead enterprise security initiatives, enhancing protection across endpoints, infrastructure, and applications. Drive scalable solutions and modernize security controls to mitigate threats...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing secure information architectures, ensuring functional and secure systems integration across multiple environments while applying IA policies and risk asse...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a cybersecurity expert, ensuring robust security measures are integrated throughout the systems development life cycle while collaborating with engineering teams to mitigate r...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive the design and implementation of secure IA architectures, ensuring functional integration across diverse systems while applying best practices in security and risk assessment to protect sensitiv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Transform classified network security by leveraging Cisco expertise and cybersecurity skills. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable operations while managing user access and responding to security...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $220K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security tooling for compliance and cybersecurity. Collaborate with engineering teams to automate security checks, ensuring a robust pipeline that balances speed and secur...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $165K *

Unlock your potential as a mid-level expert in cybersecurity, designing and implementing robust security systems to protect vital information throughout its lifecycle while adapting to evolving threat...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $248K *

Unlock potential by enhancing security for AI applications and infrastructure. Lead threat modeling, implement secure frameworks, and build scalable tooling to mitigate vulnerabilities, ensuring a rob...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $200K *

Drive innovative reverse engineering efforts to analyze and mitigate malware threats. Collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity capabilities and deliver actionable insights that enhance system i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Advance your career by supporting reverse engineering efforts to analyze malicious binaries and develop effective detection and mitigation strategies, contributing to the cybersecurity landscape...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $238K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud security governance at scale. As a senior technical lead, you'll drive engineering workflows, enhance security processes, and collaborate across teams to ensure eff...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $200K *

Contribute to robust security operations, safeguarding critical assets while establishing a global information security framework. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance, monitor infrastructur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $240K *

Drive innovation by leading a skilled team to develop advanced software security solutions, ensuring robust system analysis and implementation in a hybrid environment while collaborating with diverse...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage technical projects that enhance mission impact through data analysis, IT security research, and software evaluation across diverse sectors, ensuring effective operational...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $158K *

Engineer robust cyber security solutions for military systems, ensuring secure operations across classified and unclassified environments. Collaborate with experts to assess vulnerabilities and implem...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and maintain cybersecurity solutions across mission-critical networks. Leverage your expertise in vulnerability management and system administration to enhance securit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Information Security Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Explore Information Security Engineer openings on Ladders. Listings are vetted professional jobs with compensation of at least $100,000.