Explore Security Engineer Jobs

Security Engineers design, build, and maintain the systems that protect organizations from cyber threats. Their work can span application security, cloud platforms, networks, endpoints, and identity systems. Explore vetted Security Engineer opportunities on Ladders, with professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Security Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by company and specialization. Security Engineers may assess vulnerabilities, strengthen infrastructure, develop security controls, automate detection and response, and partner with engineering teams to embed security throughout the software development lifecycle. They may also investigate incidents and help organizations meet regulatory or internal security requirements.

Common Security Engineer Specializations

  • Application Security: Identify software vulnerabilities and guide secure design, testing, and deployment.
  • Cloud Security: Protect cloud environments, workloads, identities, and data through secure architecture and configuration.
  • Network and Infrastructure Security: Design safeguards for networks, servers, endpoints, and enterprise systems.
  • Security Operations and Detection: Build monitoring, alerting, and response capabilities to identify and contain threats.
  • Product Security: Integrate security practices into product development and advise teams on risk reduction.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly value experience with security architecture, vulnerability management, scripting or automation, and cloud or network technologies. Familiarity with secure coding, threat modeling, incident response, identity and access management, and security frameworks can also be useful. Requirements vary by role; some positions prioritize hands-on experience, while others may request a relevant degree or certifications.

Find Your Next Security Engineer Role

Compare Security Engineer job titles, responsibilities, and qualifications to find opportunities that fit your expertise and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore their next move in cybersecurity.

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$96K - $184K *

Elevate your career by engaging with clients as a data security expert. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative security solutions, educate sales teams, and stay ahead of industry trends while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Transform your career by leveraging your data security expertise in a consultative role. Collaborate with clients to enhance security solutions, educate teams, and develop innovative offerings that me...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $154K *

Explore a dynamic role in cyber network operations, developing tools that support national security missions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance software capabilities and contribute to critica...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing application security by partnering with client teams to implement secure DevOps practices, manage cloud security, and drive compliance initiatives, all while fostering str...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $224K *

Join us to drive transformative solutions for enterprise operations and security. Collaborate with sales teams to engage customers, deliver impactful demos, and translate complex challenges into effec...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower our IT environment by enhancing security and reliability through hands-on systems engineering, cybersecurity, and incident response. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and manage s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity by implementing and optimizing privileged access solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure critical infrastructure and protect sensitive c...

Philadelphia, PARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Transform the architecture of diverse security platforms, guiding teams through complex design challenges while ensuring scalable, secure, and maintainable systems across multiple product areas in a h...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $213K *

Develop and enhance insider threat programs by building controls, conducting investigations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk management and compliance while main...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion identity lifecycle management by automating access processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing security posture. Collaborate with teams to identify anomalies and streamline auditing while m...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $210K *

Elevate your career by driving security and compliance initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance governance frameworks, and leveraging technology to automate processes in a dynamic envir...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to securing products throughout their lifecycle by collaborating with developers, leading design reviews, and performing penetration testing to enhance security measures and compliance post...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead compliance initiatives by managing cybersecurity projects and teams. Collaborate with clients to ensure excellence in service delivery while steering resource strategy and risk mitigation to meet...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $138K *

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...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of identity security by developing impactful enablement programs for pre-sales teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance skills and drive busine...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of security by architecting advanced detection systems and AI-driven SecOps workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance incident response and threat detection across...

Calgary, ABRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Optimize the Palo Alto Networks practice by leading solution delivery, mentoring engineers, and developing standards. Drive project ownership and enhance customer engagement while achieving partner ce...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $163K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding our organization against evolving cyber threats. As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, you'll design robust defenses and collaborate across teams to enhance security post...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $180K *

Lead the development of innovative cybersecurity strategies and architectures, collaborating with clients and teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with business objectives and emerging thre...

Troy, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding digital infrastructure by designing and implementing robust security solutions, monitoring threats, and enhancing compliance in a dynamic environment...

Mesa, AZRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security measures across our organization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement robust endpoint security, monitor vulnerabilities, and automate threat de...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$106K - $190K *

Join a dynamic Threat Intelligence team to drive vulnerability detection and response, enhancing security measures and protecting policyholders through innovative solutions and collaboration across mu...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Optimize cloud security by leading secure architecture design, implementing governance, and ensuring compliance across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$87K - $131K *

Champion reliability and support for critical applications, ensuring optimal performance and user experience. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance stability and drive continuous improvement i...

Mississauga, ONRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $220K *

Pioneer significant enhancements in cloud infrastructure, optimizing capacity and performance. Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure scalability and reliability while shaping best practices...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Security Engineer do?question toggle

    A Security Engineer designs, implements, and improves technical safeguards that protect an organization’s systems, applications, networks, and data. Duties may include security assessments, vulnerability remediation, automation, incident support, and collaboration with product or infrastructure teams.

  • What skills are useful for Security Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include security architecture, vulnerability management, cloud or network security, scripting, threat modeling, identity and access management, and incident response. The most relevant skills depend on the role’s specialization and technology environment.

  • Are there different types of Security Engineer roles?question toggle

    Yes. Specializations include application security, cloud security, product security, network and infrastructure security, and security operations or detection engineering.

  • Do Security Engineers need certifications?question toggle

    Some employers value certifications, but requirements differ. Relevant experience and demonstrated technical skills may be equally or more important, depending on the position.

  • What salary range can I expect for a Security Engineer job?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more.