IT Security Systems Engineer Jobs

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.

What IT Security Systems Engineers Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

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.

Find IT Security Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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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$95K - $178K *

Unlock your potential by providing systems administration and security support for diverse IT environments. Collaborate on automation development and ensure compliance while enhancing operational effi...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $162K *

Drive mission success by coordinating systems engineering and integration efforts across diverse teams, ensuring seamless software delivery and operational continuity in complex environments. Your exp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $127K *

Develop and enhance reliable systems through rigorous engineering analysis, ensuring readiness across multiple environments. Collaborate with teams to assess performance and create models for Navy sys...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of multi-cloud environments by automating infrastructure, enhancing security, and integrating CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless cloud provisioning and com...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by driving multi-cloud automation and security initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and compliance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and optimize patch management across diverse platforms. Play a key role in ensuring compliance and security while fostering collaboration to enhance vulnerability man...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $147K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing vulnerabilities, triaging alerts, and refining processes. Collaborate with teams to protect sensitive data and ensure a resilient security...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$148K - $223K *

Transform build operations in secure environments by leading automation efforts, driving compliance, and enhancing processes. Serve as a vital link between technical teams, ensuring operational excell...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $300K *

Drive innovation by architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for access security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise capabilities, ensuring scalable and secur...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's enhancing application security by leading our vulnerability management efforts. Collaborate with engineering to identify and remediate vulnerabilities, driving automation and effici...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize enterprise Linux systems, ensuring high availability and security across diverse environments. Leverage your expertise in cloud infrastructure and automation to enhance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $220K *

Drive systems engineering excellence across the lifecycle phases, ensuring technical integrity and quality. Collaborate with government and stakeholders to manage risks and dependencies while facilita...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Execute the design and optimization of Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, ensuring security and compliance for a large public sector organization. Lead architecture efforts and manage identity, dat...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $132K *

Shape the future of information security by leveraging your expertise in Microsoft Windows environments. Collaborate with clients to design and implement robust security solutions, ensuring compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $132K *

Champion security excellence by designing and implementing robust Windows infrastructure solutions, ensuring compliance and protection for customer environments while leveraging extensive Active Direc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by bridging development and security, ensuring rapid and compliant software delivery. This role focuses on automating security within CI/CD pipelines, enhancing infrastructure, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $270K *

Empower application security across diverse platforms, influencing technical decisions, advancing standards, and addressing complex challenges without direct management. This hands-on role champions s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $189K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing information technology solutions within the Department of the Air Force. Drive the implementation and modernization of Tenable architecture to ensure complian...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $124K *

Empower teams by applying interdisciplinary approaches to develop and validate Cyber solutions, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance throughout the lifecycle of cybersecurity initiativ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$179K - $204K *

Champion innovative security solutions by designing automated controls and cloud architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise security and drive technical transformatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $158K *

Elevate your career by performing critical system analyses and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment and operational support of IT systems, enhancing infr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software security by identifying vulnerabilities and implementing robust solutions. Collaborate with developers and engineers to ensure secure software practi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Optimize security technology architecture and lead a Solutions Engineering team, ensuring seamless integration and support of security systems while managing projects from inception to completion, dri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $195K *

Drive cybersecurity innovation by engineering effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency, enabling security teams to seamlessly transition from abstract ideas to actionable systems that c...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Security Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.