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.
$80K - $120K *
Unlock the potential of multi-cloud environments by automating infrastructure, enhancing security, and integrating CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless cloud provisioning and com...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Elevate your career by driving multi-cloud automation and security initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and compliance...
2 weeks ago
Technology - Security Analyst IV
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by leveraging your mainframe security expertise to drive vulnerability management projects, enhance security assessments, and implement z/OS hardening initiatives while collaborati...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower clients by monitoring and responding to security threats in complex environments. Collaborate with teams to conduct investigations, leverage advanced technologies, and enhance security posture...
1 week ago
Information Assurance Engineer - 30930
$106K - $152K *
Engineer robust information assurance strategies to secure government systems. Lead the RMF lifecycle, develop accreditation documentation, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards for succe...
Yesterday
Infrastructure Security Vulnerability Engineer
$127K - $133K *
Elevate your career by managing vulnerability remediation in cloud environments. Collaborate with technical teams to analyze security risks, prioritize vulnerabilities, and implement effective solutio...
Reposted 4 days ago
Information Systems Security Manager
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing cybersecurity for critical information systems, ensuring compliance with DoD and Intelligence Community standards while advising key stakeholders and overseeing RMF activit...
1 week ago
Security Engineer - Vulnerability & Exposure Management
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by owning and enhancing our vulnerability management program. Drive automation, coordinate risk remediation, and ensure cloud security while collaborating across teams to protect...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in enhancing cloud security by conducting proactive reviews, managing complex incidents, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve detection and response mechanisms whil...
1 week ago
Lead Cybersecurity Assessment Engineer
$158K - $238K *
Innovate cybersecurity assessments by leading multidisciplinary programs, guiding teams, and enhancing risk management strategies to strengthen security and resilience across complex systems and missi...
Yesterday
Security Engineer, Channel Sales (GSI)
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with partners to identify solutions, educate stakeholders, and drive impactful engagements that enhance organizational safety and operational integri...
2 weeks ago
PKI Engineer and Cyber Security- Ft. Belvoir
$100K - $120K *
Elevate enterprise security by engineering and maintaining robust PKI infrastructure. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure secure certificate services, compliance, and high availability for crit...
2 days ago
ICS/OT Cyber Security Consultant
$110K - $130K *
Transform your career by leveraging your cybersecurity expertise in ICS and OT environments. Collaborate with clients to enhance their security posture through innovative networking, architecture, and...
1 week ago
Information Systems Security Manager
$143K - $238K *
Shape the future of information security by managing compliance across classified programs, overseeing security measures, and guiding teams in safeguarding sensitive data within dynamic systems...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
$110K - $130K *
Transform security engineering by providing expert support throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to integrate security controls, lead complex initiatives, and ensure compliance with...
3 weeks ago
Information Security Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Manage and enhance global security systems, ensuring compliance with regulations while safeguarding IT and physical infrastructure. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and respond to secur...
1 week ago
Network Security Engineer, Lead (Top Secret Clearance with SCI & SAP eligibility)
$155K - $180K *
Unlock your potential as a Lead Network Security Engineer, driving secure network solutions in a classified environment. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and maintain robust enterprise inf...
3 weeks ago
Principal Security Engineer - Information Security
$120K - $145K *
Build innovative security solutions and strategies to protect enterprise assets. Lead major initiatives, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance security posture and ensure complianc...
1 week ago
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, Applications
$101K - $154K *
Transform application security by enhancing cybersecurity measures across the organization. Collaborate with engineering teams to secure software and environments, while driving continuous improvement...
1 week ago
Systems Engineer, Architecture
$140K - $165K *
Transform the future of technology at Shield by architecting robust systems. Own the design of core platforms, ensuring security and scalability while guiding integrations and migrations to meet evolv...
3 weeks ago
Systems Security Engineer (Cybersecurity/Quarantine Release)
$75K - $95K *
Elevate cybersecurity measures by identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing system defenses. Collaborate with teams to conduct assessments, apply hardening techniques, and improve risk management stra...
1 week ago
Systems Security Engineer (Cybersecurity/Quarantine Release)
$75K - $95K *
Join our team to enhance cybersecurity by identifying vulnerabilities, conducting assessments, and applying hardening techniques. Collaborate with experts to improve risk management and protect critic...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding sensitive health information while enhancing security across cloud and application environments. As a Senior Security Engineer, you'll design and implement...
Yesterday
$64K - $147K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing secure computing platforms and networks. You'll install, maintain, and optimize infrastructure while ensuring reliability and performance, all while supportin...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate identity security solutions by designing and maintaining robust authentication platforms, assessing risks, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance security measures across cloud and on...
2 weeks 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.