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.
DevSecOps Engineer/Administrator
$148K - $266K *
Drive the establishment and maintenance of DevSecOps environments, collaborating with engineering teams to optimize application deployment and performance. Manage Kubernetes clusters and automate secu...
3 weeks ago
Senior Security Engineer (Cleared)
$143K - $179K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Security Engineer, driving security and compliance across CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure. Lead automation efforts, translate regulatory frameworks into code...
2 days ago
Senior Security Engineer (Cleared)
$143K - $179K *
Optimize security across cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring compliance and risk reduction through automation. Lead the integration of security controls into development processes while...
2 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Lead incident response operations, enhancing security processes and automation. Mentor team members, manage escalations, and drive improvements in detection and response capabilities across various en...
2 days ago
Senior Technology & Security Consultant
$110K - $130K *
Support the wireless team by conducting site surveys, designing systems, and testing implementations. Analyze RF data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure optimal coverage solutions tailored to customer n...
1 week ago
Senior Network Security Engineer - SASE
$120K - $145K *
Strategize the design and implementation of innovative secure connectivity solutions. Lead the migration to cloud-delivered services while ensuring robust network security and seamless user experience...
Reposted 4 days ago
Infrastructure Security Engineer (Bare Metal & Platform)
$100K - $258K *
Design and implement robust security for infrastructure, spanning bare-metal to cloud. Collaborate with engineering to embed security in systems, ensuring compliance and resilience across diverse envi...
3 weeks ago
Infrastructure Security Engineer (Bare Metal & Platform)
$100K - $258K *
Lead the charge in securing critical infrastructure by designing, implementing, and hardening systems from bare metal to cloud. Collaborate with engineering to embed security in all processes, ensurin...
3 weeks ago
Infrastructure Security Engineer (Bare Metal & Platform)
$100K - $258K *
Help us secure critical infrastructure by designing and implementing robust security measures across bare-metal, private-cloud, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with engineering to embed security...
3 weeks ago
Infrastructure Security Engineer (Bare Metal & Platform)
$100K - $258K *
Take ownership of securing critical infrastructure by designing and implementing robust security measures across bare-metal, private-cloud, and hybrid environments, ensuring seamless integration with...
3 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security by conducting thorough assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations to improve client cloud environments and compli...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$135K - $160K *
Optimize cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$130K - $155K *
Transform cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with in...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading cloud security assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cloud security posture and ensure complian...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$125K - $150K *
Empower cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with indu...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$135K - $160K *
Drive cloud security excellence by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$130K - $155K *
Elevate cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with indu...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$135K - $160K *
Unlock potential by conducting cloud security assessments and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with industry stand...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading cloud security assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance acr...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$130K - $155K *
Champion cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$130K - $155K *
Drive cloud security excellence by assessing configurations, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure complianc...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$150K - $180K *
Transform cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with in...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$150K - $180K *
Drive cloud security excellence by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance...
2 weeks ago
Cyber Security Architect, Director
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security by conducting thorough assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations to improve client cloud environments and compli...
2 weeks ago
Principal Engineer, Security Engineering
$130K - $155K *
Drive compliance and risk management initiatives by analyzing trends, overseeing security incidents, and implementing policies across multiple platforms to safeguard organizational assets and ensure r...
4 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.