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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$167K - $212K *

Lead the charge in securing cloud environments through detection engineering, incident response, and automation. Collaborate with teams to enhance security operations and develop AI-driven solutions f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $215K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $195K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $186K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $186K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $157K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $157K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $157K *

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...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $202K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

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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  •   8 - 10 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.