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.
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing and implementing robust security measures. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance system resilience, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure complian...
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Information Systems Security Officer
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Join a dynamic team to oversee information systems security, ensuring compliance with federal standards and safeguarding data integrity. Drive security initiatives, manage risk assessments, and lead a...
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Information Systems Security Officer
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal standards while managing security protocols and risk assessments to protect sensitive information and systems for a federa...
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Information Systems Security Officer
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Transform cybersecurity practices by ensuring compliance with federal standards, managing security configurations, and leading risk assessments to protect sensitive information systems and support age...
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Information Systems Security Officer
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Drive compliance and security for federal information systems, ensuring adherence to FISMA and NIST standards. Lead security assessments, manage vulnerabilities, and maintain cybersecurity posture to...
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Senior Systems Engineer / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
$131K - $290K *
Serve as a Systems Engineer focusing on Information Systems Security, ensuring mission-critical systems are secure and reliable. Collaborate with teams throughout the system lifecycle to influence des...
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Cyber Systems Engineer/ Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)
$180K - $220K *
Lead critical cybersecurity initiatives by ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with technical teams to protect sensitive information systems, effectively mitigate risks, and support na...
3 weeks ago
Senior Physical Security Systems Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of physical security systems by setting standards, ensuring performance, and collaborating across teams to maintain operational excellence in a multi-site environment. Drive innovatio...
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Senior Physical Security Systems Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Optimize the performance and standards of physical security systems across multiple sites, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with SLAs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...
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$100K - $135K *
Optimize information security identity operations, governance, and engineering. Lead incident response, tooling maintenance, and collaboration with IT teams to enhance security integrity and operation...
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Infrastructure/System Administrator
$72K - $149K *
Unlock potential by managing and securing cloud and hybrid environments, bridging operations and development teams. Drive automation and scalability while ensuring robust security measures and efficie...
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$88K - $154K *
Elevate your career by installing and programming advanced electronic security systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure the integrity of communication and power systems while adhering to ind...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing security protocols and user access management. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance with federal regulations while providing exceptional customer support in...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate security standards by managing user accounts and access controls. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance with federal policies while providing exceptional customer support in a dy...
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$120K - $145K *
Manage engineering activities for complex information systems, guiding teams in requirements and solutions engineering. Oversee system integration and ensure timely delivery of geospatial intelligence...
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Join a dynamic team to build and maintain data pipelines for cybersecurity, ensuring secure service availability. Leverage your expertise in Linux, Windows, and networking while collaborating closely...
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$135K - $160K *
Transform product security by leading strategy, conducting threat modeling, and collaborating across teams to ensure secure design and compliance. Drive innovation in security practices while mentorin...
2 weeks ago
Edge Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
$85K - $185K *
Contribute to enhancing national security by providing expert cybersecurity engineering support for mission-critical systems, ensuring compliance and security across IT infrastructure and operations i...
1 week ago
Security Engineer, Corporate Security
$150K - $220K *
Contribute to corporate security by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures while collaborating with IT, engineering, and business teams to address and mitigate risks across...
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$120K - $145K *
Transform complex systems engineering practices, guiding teams to enhance GEOINT capabilities through innovative solutions, integration, and strategic planning to meet diverse requirements across gove...
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Information System Security Manager I
$95K - $115K *
Drive security excellence as a key advisor on information systems security, overseeing policies and risk management for Special Access Programs. Collaborate with DoD agencies to ensure robust protecti...
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Information System Security Manager I
$95K - $115K *
Lead the development and implementation of information system security policies, ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with teams to assess risks and enhance security measures for Specia...
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Solution Architect, Cybersecurity
$110K - $130K *
Unlock robust cybersecurity solutions by designing and implementing advanced security architectures. Collaborate with teams to protect infrastructure and data while ensuring compliance with industry s...
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Security Implementation Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Advance cybersecurity solutions by deploying and configuring diverse security infrastructure for clients. Leverage technical expertise to manage projects, ensure quality, and provide support in comple...
3 weeks ago
Cyber Systems Engineer / RMF - IA Trainer
$133K - $232K *
Transform cybersecurity training with dynamic instruction and material creation. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance awareness, manage training sessions, and support a critical mission in...
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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.