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.
$140K - $180K *
Empower security excellence by leading compliance, risk management, and incident response initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance security posture and drive strategic advantages for a fast-gr...
3 weeks ago
Cyber Systems Security Engineer
$95K - $170K *
Empower cybersecurity initiatives by ensuring compliance with RMF standards, collaborating with teams to enhance system security, and leading best-practice discussions to safeguard information systems...
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Cyber Systems Security Engineer
$95K - $170K *
Contribute to the security of information systems by ensuring compliance with RMF standards, preparing artifacts, and collaborating with engineering teams to address cyber findings and enhance system...
Today
Cyber Security Engineer - NSS Tools
$75K - $158K *
Join our dynamic team to design and deploy cybersecurity solutions across multiple global networks, ensuring the protection of critical information and infrastructure in support of national security m...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team as a key contributor to enhance security and cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define standards and frameworks, driving secure software engineering and or...
2 weeks ago
Information Systems Security Manager
$104K - $194K *
Elevate your career by overseeing information system security operations, ensuring compliance, and maintaining system integrity. Collaborate with teams to implement security policies and conduct audit...
2 weeks ago
Principal Cybersecurity Information Analyst
$130K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading a team of cybersecurity experts in DoD RMF activities. Provide technical direction, mentorship, and ensure compliance throughout the system lifecycle while managing complex...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer (Agent Security)
$130K - $155K *
Empower enterprise clients by building innovative AI security solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design robust security controls and develop tools that enhance customer experiences while sta...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer (Agent Security)
$130K - $155K *
Transform enterprise security by building innovative AI solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design robust security controls and develop tools that enhance customer experiences while staying a...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Staff Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
$120K - $265K *
Take ownership of cybersecurity processes and frameworks, ensuring secure system integrations throughout the software lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance and protect mission-criti...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$215K - $235K *
Innovate security architecture and engineering solutions to enhance our brokerage platform. Lead complex initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance while securing AWS, Kubernetes, and corpor...
1 week ago
Electronic Security Systems Engineer
$88K - $154K *
Transform the future of electronic security systems by leading design efforts for complex solutions, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, and collaborating with project teams to deliver i...
1 week ago
Electronic Security Systems Engineer
$88K - $154K *
Engineer innovative Electronic Security Systems solutions for diverse clients, guiding projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with specifications and delive...
1 week ago
Electronic Security Systems Engineer
$88K - $154K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team designing advanced Electronic Security Systems for critical clients. Lead projects from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with specifications while coll...
1 week ago
Tenable Engineer - Secret | DC Metro
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to design and implement Tenable cybersecurity solutions across diverse environments, enhancing threat detection and response capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional...
2 days ago
Sr. Information Security Engineer
$145K - $173K *
Lead the charge in optimizing security platforms across diverse domains, enhancing detection capabilities, and collaborating with teams to ensure robust incident response and operational efficiency...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower the organization by enhancing cybersecurity measures and supporting IT operations. Collaborate with teams to secure systems, manage vulnerabilities, and deliver training, ensuring a robust sec...
2 weeks ago
Senior Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer
$130K - $150K *
Shape the future of cloud security by leading efforts to secure and optimize Microsoft cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and resilience while implementin...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading cloud security operations, managing incident response, and driving vulnerability remediation. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture and ensure...
3 weeks ago
Principal AI Security Engineer
$150K - $190K *
Partner with us to lead innovative AI security solutions, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance technology in the banking secto...
3 days ago
Principal AI Security Engineer
$150K - $190K *
Drive innovation by leading the design and development of secure AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats...
3 days ago
Principal AI Security Engineer
$150K - $190K *
Transform the banking industry by leading innovative AI security solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement robust security measures, ensuring the integrity of AI applicatio...
3 days ago
Principal AI Security Engineer
$150K - $190K *
Shape the future of AI security by leading innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement robust security measures for AI applications, ensur...
3 days ago
Principal AI Security Engineer
$150K - $190K *
Champion innovative AI security solutions by leading design and development efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle complex challenges in the banking sector, ensuring robust security for...
3 days ago
Principal AI Security Engineer
$150K - $190K *
Join a dynamic team to lead innovative AI security solutions, ensuring robust protection for applications in the banking sector. Collaborate across functions to enhance security practices and drive te...
3 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.