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.
$120K - $145K *
Drive the security posture and infrastructure of our organization, implementing systems and managing vendor relationships while ensuring compliance and scalability as we grow. Collaborate cross-functi...
2 weeks ago
Eng-ITC Security - Sr IT & Electronic System Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading project delivery in IT and low voltage systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, manage, and implement innovative solutions that meet diverse project needs...
1 week ago
Staff Security Engineer, Trust and Safety Intel Security Engineering
$207K - $300K *
Support the security landscape by leading detection and response efforts for AI-related incidents, enhancing risk transparency, and developing tools for actionable intelligence across teams...
1 week ago
Senior Staff Technical Program Manager | Product Security
$190K - $334K *
Shape the future of security solutions by translating strategy into actionable workstreams. Drive technical program delivery, manage dependencies, and ensure timely execution while collaborating with...
3 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Unlock your potential by managing enterprise-wide cybersecurity programs, enhancing security posture, and ensuring compliance across IT, OT, and Physical Security environments while driving continuous...
2 weeks ago
Advanced Specialist, Security Engineer
$80K - $125K *
Help us elevate our cybersecurity posture by leading technical efforts in sovereign security architecture, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and mentoring engineers to enhance our secu...
3 days ago
Advanced Specialist, Security Engineer
$80K - $125K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading technical efforts in sovereign security. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with global regulations, mentor engineers, and drive innovative soluti...
4 days ago
Staff Software Engineer - Platform Security
$149K - $262K *
Shape the future of enterprise security by architecting AI-driven outbound security solutions. Leverage your expertise in network security and machine learning to create intelligent systems that prote...
3 days ago
Engineer I - DevSecOps (Ai Security)
$144K - $182K *
Drive your career with innovative DevSecOps practices, enhancing AI security and cloud applications. Collaborate on automation, software delivery, and security expertise to protect vital infrastructur...
1 week ago
Senior Cloud Security Engineer
$160K - $165K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security for critical operations. Leverage your expertise to identify vulnerabilities, respond to incidents, and implement robust security measures in c...
Yesterday
$120K - $145K *
Champion security excellence by leading complex Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR implementations. Drive technical enablement projects, mentor engineers, and enhance client security practices in a d...
2 weeks ago
Senior Cyber Security Engineer - Nuclear
$110K - $130K *
Unlock the potential of nuclear energy by ensuring robust cyber security for digital systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance safety and efficiency in power generation through innovative en...
3 weeks ago
Systems Engineer-TS/SCI with Poly
$131K - $290K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of complex systems. Your expertise will drive the design, development, and integration of high-quality hardware/software systems, ensuring performance, reliabilit...
1 week ago
$133K - $184K *
Join a team that's enhancing threat detection and response capabilities. As a hands-on technical leader, you'll drive security initiatives across cloud, infrastructure, and identity platforms, while m...
4 days ago
Lead Security Engineer Cryptographic Services
$110K - $130K *
Transform cryptographic infrastructure by leading design, operation, and improvement efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data protection and compliance while mentoring junior en...
3 weeks ago
$157K - $238K *
Innovate security strategies by leveraging AI to enhance application security. Collaborate cross-functionally to assess vulnerabilities, implement solutions, and drive the adoption of AI-enabled secur...
4 weeks ago
$157K - $238K *
Join a team that's redefining security by leveraging AI to enhance application safety. You'll assess vulnerabilities, develop innovative security solutions, and shape the AI security strategy across t...
4 weeks ago
$157K - $238K *
Unlock potential by leading AI-driven security initiatives that enhance application resilience against adversarial threats. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape and implement innovative security st...
4 weeks ago
$157K - $238K *
Drive innovative security strategies by leveraging AI to enhance application security. Collaborate cross-functionally to assess vulnerabilities and implement solutions, ensuring robust defenses agains...
4 weeks ago
$157K - $238K *
Lead the charge in enhancing application security by integrating AI-driven solutions, conducting assessments, and shaping the AI security strategy across the organization. Collaborate with cross-funct...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion our AppSec program by operating scanning tools, triaging vulnerabilities, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security practices and ensure compliance throughout the SDLC...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through advanced identity and access management solutions. This role involves designing, implementing, and supporting critical systems while men...
Yesterday
$75K - $113K *
Transform security operations by developing and administering comprehensive programs for classified materials, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while fostering strong relationships with st...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sr Staff Security Engineer - Engineer
$267K - $297K *
Lead the charge in building robust security platforms and AI-driven automation to safeguard software ecosystems. Collaborate across teams to enhance supply chain integrity and implement continuous off...
2 days ago
Sr Staff Security Engineer - Engineer
$267K - $297K *
Pioneer advanced security solutions by building scalable platforms and tools that protect software ecosystems. Collaborate across teams to enhance security in AI applications and software supply chain...
2 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.