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.
Staff Security Engineer, Security Operations
$167K - $212K *
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PKI Engineer and Cyber Security- Richmond
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Transform enterprise security by engineering and maintaining robust PKI infrastructure. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure secure certificate services, compliance, and high availability for cr...
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Network Security Governance & Architecture Engineer
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Partner with us to shape network security governance and architecture. Lead compliance strategies, define security standards, and drive Zero Trust initiatives across diverse network environments while...
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Network Security Governance & Architecture Engineer
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Champion network security governance and architecture by defining standards, translating threat intelligence, and ensuring compliance across emerging technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance se...
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Explore a dynamic role managing engineering and integration support, enhancing operational capabilities, and leading technology evaluations in a collaborative environment focused on cybersecurity solu...
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Drive cybersecurity innovation by engineering effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency, enabling security teams to seamlessly transition from abstract ideas to actionable systems that c...
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Join a team that's revolutionizing cybersecurity with intelligent automation. Take ownership of engineering scalable tools that streamline security operations, enhance partner collaboration, and drive...
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Unlock potential by transforming cybersecurity operations through intelligent automation. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design effective solutions, enhance security processes, and...
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Unlock potential by transforming cybersecurity operations through intelligent automation and software engineering. Collaborate with teams to create scalable systems and tools that empower security pro...
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Champion cybersecurity innovation by engineering scalable automation solutions that empower security teams to respond swiftly and effectively to threats. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to...
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Network Security Operations Engineer
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Shape the future of IT by designing and maintaining secure networking and cybersecurity technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance architecture and solutions for cloud and on-premises environ...
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SR Computer Scientist - Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)
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Elevate cybersecurity standards by integrating security controls into system design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal security requirements whi...
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Optimize data solutions by leading the design and delivery of complex data systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to meet business goals, ensuring scalable architectures and high-quality data manageme...
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Join a team that's dedicated to developing complex data solutions that drive business success. Collaborate with stakeholders and engineers to design, implement, and optimize data architectures while m...
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Unlock the potential of data by leading the development of complex solutions that drive business success. Collaborate with stakeholders and engineers to design, implement, and optimize data architectu...
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Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing ingress proxy services. You'll drive security and performance improvements, owning features from design to production while collabora...
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Security Engineer Lead, Security Foundations
$160K - $190K *
Lead the charge in shaping security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction and collaboration to address complex security challenges and enhance risk management company-wide...
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Security Engineer Lead, Security Foundations
$160K - $190K *
Champion security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction and collaboration to address complex security challenges company-wide. Influence risk management and ensure robust secu...
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Security Engineer Lead, Security Foundations
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Transform security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction and collaboration to address high-risk items and enhance Meta's security posture company-wide. Lead cross-functional t...
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Security Engineer Lead, Security Foundations
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Transform your career by leading security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction, and influencing company-wide risk management strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
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Join a dynamic Cyber Data & Analytics team to design innovative security data solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance cybersecurity capabilities through AI-driven analytics and...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Pioneer innovative cybersecurity solutions as a Security Data Solutions Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data analytics and AI capabilities, ensuring enterprise-scale sec...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
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Innovate and shape cybersecurity solutions by bridging cybersecurity, data engineering, and product management, ensuring high-impact security data products deliver measurable business value and suppor...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Transform cybersecurity through innovative data solutions, enhancing data analytics, AI-driven decisions, and operational efficiency while ensuring robust support for SIEM platforms and comprehensive...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
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Join a team that shapes the future of cybersecurity through innovative data solutions and analytics. Collaborate across departments to build scalable security products supporting SIEM and AI-driven an...
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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.