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.
Endpoint Engineer - Active Top Secret Clearance
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise endpoint solutions, ensuring robust security and performance across large-scale environments. Collaborate with teams to innovate and implement cutting-edge tec...
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Cyber Security Project Engineer - TS/SCI FSPG
$100K - $120K *
Drive your career with impactful cyber security projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to analyze data, enhance operational planning, and deliver tailored reports that inform strategic decisions...
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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer – Secure Access & Network Security
$126K - $198K *
Unlock potential by leading complex cybersecurity initiatives across SSE, Zero Trust, and Zscaler technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize enterprise se...
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Senior Cyber Security Engineer
$125K - $157K *
Help us safeguard our IT infrastructure as a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer. You'll lead proactive security initiatives and incident responses, leveraging expertise in cloud and application security wh...
Reposted today
$170K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to ensure operational continuity across multiple data centers, leveraging your expertise in storage systems and virtualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support c...
4 weeks ago
Cybersecurity Systems Engineer
$115K - $200K *
Unlock your potential as a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer, providing vital SETA support for cybersecurity and RMF initiatives across complex enterprise systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhan...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive cybersecurity excellence by implementing and sustaining controls across radar systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance security measures, and support modern...
Yesterday
Linux Systems Security Engineer - TS/SCI
$103K - $181K *
Join a team that's dedicated to securing enterprise Linux infrastructure. You'll design, implement, and maintain robust Linux solutions while ensuring compliance with security standards and collaborat...
4 weeks ago
Linux Systems Security Engineer - TS/SCI
$103K - $181K *
Drive the security and maintenance of enterprise Linux infrastructure, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust solutions while mentoring junior...
4 weeks ago
Principal Identity Cybersecurity Engineer
$172K - $259K *
Join a dynamic team driving innovation in ICAM and cryptography. Collaborate on cutting-edge solutions for secure systems, focusing on zero trust architectures and AI applications. Lead impactful proj...
6 days ago
Security Engineer - Endpoint Vulnerability Management
$74K - $116K *
Join a team that's enhancing endpoint security and vulnerability management. Collaborate on assessing risks, coordinating remediation, and automating security processes while contributing to enterpris...
1 week ago
Security Engineer - Endpoint Vulnerability Management
$74K - $116K *
Drive endpoint security initiatives by assessing vulnerabilities, coordinating remediation, and enhancing security protocols. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust protection and compliance while...
1 week ago
$86K - $198K *
Support national security by designing and implementing cloud solutions, leveraging enterprise architecture expertise to modernize IT infrastructures and enhance operational capabilities for clients i...
1 week ago
$86K - $198K *
Shape the future of cloud security by leveraging your expertise in enterprise architecture and F5 BIG-IP solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to modernize IT infrastructures and support national...
1 week ago
$86K - $198K *
Transform national security by leveraging cloud capabilities and enterprise architecture. Collaborate with a skilled team to modernize IT infrastructures and tackle complex challenges, ensuring robust...
1 week ago
$86K - $198K *
Unlock the potential of cloud technology by modernizing IT infrastructures. Collaborate with a skilled team to support national security initiatives while leveraging cutting-edge enterprise cloud plat...
1 week ago
$86K - $198K *
Unlock your potential by leveraging cloud technologies to modernize IT infrastructures. Collaborate with a skilled team to support national security initiatives while utilizing cutting-edge tools and...
1 week ago
$86K - $198K *
Elevate your career by leveraging cloud technologies to modernize IT infrastructures. Collaborate with a skilled team to support national security initiatives while utilizing cutting-edge tools and me...
1 week ago
$86K - $198K *
Join a dynamic team to support national security by modernizing IT infrastructure and leveraging cloud capabilities. Collaborate with experienced professionals to design and implement cutting-edge sol...
1 week ago
Staff Security Engineer, Security Enablement
$193K - $285K *
Join a team that's redefining security engineering by designing and delivering innovative, multi-domain security services. Collaborate across teams to enhance physical and cloud security, ensuring ope...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Unlock your potential by securing privileged access and identities, designing and implementing PAM solutions while enhancing identity governance and threat detection for an organization dedicated to b...
Reposted 4 days ago
Application Security Penetration Engineer
$96K - $144K *
Champion the identification and mitigation of vulnerabilities in applications, APIs, and AI systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures and drive remediation efforts while leveraging...
2 weeks ago
Application Security Penetration Engineer
$96K - $144K *
Drive security excellence by conducting in-depth penetration testing and vulnerability assessments across diverse applications, including AI-driven technologies, while translating findings into action...
2 weeks ago
Application Security Penetration Engineer
$96K - $144K *
Help us tackle complex security challenges by conducting in-depth penetration testing and vulnerability assessments across diverse applications, including AI-driven technologies. Join our team to enha...
2 weeks ago
AI Engineering & Cybersecurity Capability Lead
$215K - $240K *
Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by integrating advanced AI solutions. Lead a specialized engineering team to develop and deploy AI capabilities that enhance operational effectiveness acros...
1 week 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.