IT Security Systems Engineers design, implement, and maintain the technologies that protect an organization’s networks, systems, and data. They combine infrastructure expertise with cybersecurity skills to strengthen defenses, reduce risk, and help businesses respond to evolving threats. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer and environment, but often include configuring firewalls and intrusion detection systems, securing cloud and on-premises infrastructure, monitoring for vulnerabilities, and supporting incident response. These engineers may also develop security standards, assess system changes, automate controls, and collaborate with IT, operations, and compliance teams.
Employers commonly seek experience with network and systems administration, security architecture, identity and access management, endpoint protection, and cloud platforms. Knowledge of scripting, vulnerability management, encryption, and security frameworks can also be valuable. Relevant certifications may include CISSP, Security+, or vendor-specific credentials; requirements differ across roles.
IT Security Systems Engineers can pursue opportunities across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, government, and consulting. With experience, professionals may advance into senior security engineering, security architecture, security operations leadership, or information security management. Ladders focuses on vetted professional positions with salaries of $100,000 or more, though pay and requirements vary by location, employer, and experience.
Search current openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Use filters to narrow your search by location, seniority, and other preferences, and find an opportunity that fits your cybersecurity experience and career goals.
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Lead strategic cybersecurity initiatives, enhance client security posture, and manage complex incident responses. Collaborate with teams to develop solutions, analyze threats, and improve security ope...
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Cloud / System Engineering Lead (Senior)
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Lead engineering initiatives for cloud operations and enterprise systems, ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud solutions a...
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Lead the technology vision and strategy, driving innovation and operational excellence across infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity while fostering a culture of service and continuous improv...
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Join a dynamic team to build and automate security controls across our infrastructure. You'll manage host hardening, vulnerability assessments, and compliance, leveraging AI tools to enhance security...
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Cybersecurity Account Executive
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Drive strategic partnerships and sales in the cybersecurity sector, enhancing security resilience for customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, develop account plan...
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Senior IT Change Coordinator - Network Services
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Manage enterprise network change governance and release coordination, ensuring minimal impact on operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service reliability and improve Change a...
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Senior Software Engineer, Identity & Access Discovery
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Engineer resilient backend solutions for privileged account discovery, enhancing security while navigating complex, customer-deployed environments. Collaborate on data-processing workflows using cutti...
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Lead AI Application Security Engineer
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Join our team as a technical leader to secure AI applications and platforms. Drive AI security architecture, testing, and standards, collaborating across teams to ensure robust and secure deployment o...
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Unlock potential by designing secure AI platforms that empower teams to automate workflows seamlessly. Lead security integration into development processes, ensuring robust protection while enabling r...
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Optimize IT service operations by enhancing ServiceNow workflows and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reliable services and measurable outcomes in a remote environment...
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Senior Manager, Solutions Engineering - National Security (Defense)
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Systems Engineer, Manager - Operations
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Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for Field Engineering projects, acting as the key liaison among internal teams and customers. Oversee inspections, audits, and corrective actions to meet...
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Lead the charge in deploying and managing complex network installations, ensuring quality control and effective project execution while collaborating with internal teams and subcontractors to meet ope...
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Engineer and oversee site implementations, ensuring quality control and effective project management for network installations. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and maintain operational standard...
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What does an IT Security Systems Engineer do?
An IT Security Systems Engineer builds and maintains technical safeguards for an organization’s networks, systems, applications, and data. Work may include security configuration, vulnerability assessments, monitoring, access controls, and incident response.
What qualifications are common for IT Security Systems Engineer jobs?
Many positions ask for experience in systems or network administration and cybersecurity, along with familiarity with security tools, cloud environments, and risk management. Specific degrees, certifications, and years of experience depend on the employer and role.
Which certifications can help an IT Security Systems Engineer?
Certifications such as CISSP and CompTIA Security+ may be useful, as can credentials focused on cloud platforms or particular security vendors. The most relevant certification depends on the technologies and responsibilities in a job posting.
How much do IT Security Systems Engineers earn?
Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific salary information.
Where can IT Security Systems Engineers find jobs?
They can find roles across sectors that depend on secure digital infrastructure, including technology, finance, healthcare, government, and consulting. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities and search filters to help candidates explore relevant openings.