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.
Physical Security Systems Manager
$60K - $200K *
Champion the design and integrity of global physical security systems across 100+ sites. Oversee CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection standards while ensuring compliance and operational excel...
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Senior Cloud Security & DevSecOps Engineer
$80K - $90K *
Elevate your career by designing and securing multi-cloud platforms. This role focuses on embedding security into CI/CD pipelines and enhancing operational resilience across enterprise environments...
6 days ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer - AI/Security Platform
$214K - $309K *
Transform your career by designing advanced security systems that predict threats, collaborating with experts to prototype AI features, and architecting scalable platforms for real-time data analysis...
4 days ago
$130K - $135K *
Join a team that's enhancing enterprise infrastructure by designing, implementing, and maintaining critical systems. Leverage your expertise to improve performance and reliability while collaborating...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Join a dynamic Cyber Data & Analytics team to design innovative security data solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance cybersecurity capabilities through AI-driven analytics and...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Pioneer innovative cybersecurity solutions as a Security Data Solutions Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data analytics and AI capabilities, ensuring enterprise-scale sec...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Innovate and shape cybersecurity solutions by bridging cybersecurity, data engineering, and product management, ensuring high-impact security data products deliver measurable business value and suppor...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Transform cybersecurity through innovative data solutions, enhancing data analytics, AI-driven decisions, and operational efficiency while ensuring robust support for SIEM platforms and comprehensive...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Join a team that shapes the future of cybersecurity through innovative data solutions and analytics. Collaborate across departments to build scalable security products supporting SIEM and AI-driven an...
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Security Data Solutions Engineer
$120K - $202K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative cybersecurity data solutions that enhance threat detection and response. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, AI-driven analytics platforms that protec...
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$100K - $160K *
Unlock potential by designing and supporting robust technology environments for creative and technical teams. Collaborate with clients to enhance production systems and ensure seamless operations acro...
1 week ago
$128K - $185K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software supply chain security through in-depth analysis and risk evaluation. Leverage your expertise to assess vulnerabilities and ensure compliance within s...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $204K *
Join a team that's pioneering DevSecOps solutions, enhancing software development through CI/CD pipelines, and modernizing legacy applications while collaborating in agile environments to tackle diver...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion the future of enterprise storage solutions by managing critical backup systems, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with security teams to ensure robust data protection and comp...
2 weeks ago
Physical Security Systems Engineer (Forward Deployed)
$95K - $115K *
Champion the deployment and optimization of advanced physical security systems, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance enterprise-scale security infrastructure and ensure seamless integrat...
1 week ago
Information Assurance Engineer
$90K - $100K *
Unlock potential by applying systems engineering principles to enhance security processes. Collaborate across teams to identify improvements and ensure compliance with government specifications while...
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Senior Systems Engineer - AI Infrastructure
$150K - $210K *
Join a team that's building high-performance distributed GPU training infrastructure. You'll design and implement systems software, ensuring reliability and efficiency in complex, fault-tolerant envir...
1 week ago
$130K - $155K *
Champion the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure by architecting robust monitoring and response systems that protect networks, systems, and applications while enabling seamless innovation acros...
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$125K - $155K *
Elevate cybersecurity operations by leading incident response, enhancing security measures, and driving program improvements. Collaborate across teams to protect assets and ensure compliance in a dyna...
1 week ago
Associate, Information Security Engineer
$85K - $110K *
Advance your career by overseeing information security governance, managing cyber risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security measures and...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Cybersecurity Infrastructure Engineer III
$108K - $130K *
Join us to lead cybersecurity initiatives as a Senior Cybersecurity Infrastructure Engineer. You'll ensure compliance with DoD directives while managing complex systems and networks in a remote enviro...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Engineer and optimize enterprise platforms using infrastructure as code. Focus on application integration, automation, and internal tools to enhance workflows and reduce manual tasks, ensuring seamles...
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Security Engineer, ML Infrastructure
$200K - $300K *
Drive security excellence across AI/ML infrastructure, ensuring robust protection for data, models, and systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement effective security controls and enhance...
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 today
$95K - $115K *
Transform mission systems by leveraging your DevOps expertise to administer and troubleshoot complex environments, ensuring seamless integration and performance across storage, virtualization, and Kub...
3 weeks ago
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.