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.

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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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security protocols by managing vulnerability assessments, cloud security, and application security initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust security me...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $218K *

Transform the security landscape by assessing and enhancing complex information systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with NIST standards, conduct thorough evaluations, and implement ef...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security through proactive vulnerability management, cloud security, and application security initiatives while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure rob...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $157K *

Join us in enhancing cybersecurity by implementing Microsoft security technologies within a Zero Trust framework. Collaborate with experts to strengthen defense mechanisms and improve threat detection...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by engineering enterprise SIEM solutions that enhance cybersecurity for the U.S. Army. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver secure, scalable capabilities that pro...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities, leveraging expertise in security engineering and risk management to protect critical assets against complex t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $128K *

Unlock potential by leading the Tenable stack for a global network, ensuring robust vulnerability management and security across an Intelligence Community enterprise. Collaborate with a skilled team t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $295K *

Drive the development and integration of secure cryptographic systems, ensuring robust network security through expert engineering support and collaboration across teams to meet Department of Defense...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Optimize the engineering and management of data loss prevention & cloud security solutions, ensuring alignment with security objectives while mitigating risks across multiple environments through effe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$109K - $191K *

Elevate your career by managing security incidents and enhancing customer trust. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative security solutions, ensuring a robust security posture for both in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of a Zero Trust security architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Shape strategies for identity-centric controls, network segmentation, and continuous verificati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $204K *

Champion innovative security solutions by designing automated controls and cloud architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise security and drive technical transformatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $113K *

Engage in a crucial role focusing on IT security, collaboration, and incident response. Shape best practices for security governance while supporting cloud solutions and IT infrastructure in a dynamic...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Lead the integration of security solutions and engineering for cloud architectures, ensuring compliance with federal standards. Drive technical security configurations and manage teams to close securi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $160K *

Shape the security framework for Data Centers by leading design projects and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance AWS's global safety standards. Your expertise will drive innovations in securit...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $300K *

Drive security excellence across AI/ML infrastructure, ensuring robust protection for data, models, and systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement effective security controls and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $170K *

Elevate security practices at scale by implementing robust DevSecOps solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud platforms and drive compliance, ensuring secure software engine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative DevOps practices to enhance software delivery and infrastructure management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability, scalability, and security while a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the engineering and implementation of advanced cloud security solutions across multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture, automate processes, a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by engineering and enhancing cloud security capabilities across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive secure cloud adoption and automate cybersec...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in shaping secure enterprise architecture by integrating modern security capabilities across cloud, AI, and infrastructure, ensuring compliance and enabling innovation through hands-on...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by providing senior technical leadership in electronic security systems. Collaborate with project teams to design, integrate, and oversee federal security projects, ensuring comp...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by engineering and enhancing robust security controls. As a senior practitioner, you'll lead incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture, m...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.