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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$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to enhance blockchain security. Collaborate with engineers to audit, build, and secure core components, ensuring robust financial infrastructure for a rapidl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $197K *

Unlock potential by providing end-to-end support and consultancy across multiple product suites, ensuring customer success through effective integration and proactive service enhancements in a dynamic...

Ottawa, ONRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$221K - $299K *

Lead the charge in defining and optimizing LLM and agentic AI systems, driving technical strategy and architecture across security products while mentoring engineers and ensuring high-quality outcomes...

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Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, architecting scalable systems and driving DevOps initiatives. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and mentor engineers while en...

Nye, MTRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in security administration and compliance operations, ensuring audit readiness and effective security controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks, coordinate audi...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $364K *

Transform security operations by enhancing detection and response capabilities, addressing emerging threats, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to safeguard infrastructure and employees...

Seattle, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team as a Pre-Sales Cybersecurity Solutions Engineer, where you'll collaborate with clients to design and articulate tailored cybersecurity solutions that meet their business objectives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $184K *

Elevate your career by engaging with clients to design and implement tailored cybersecurity solutions. This role combines technical expertise with strategic communication to address security challenge...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative cybersecurity solutions. This role involves engaging with customers to assess their security needs, designing tailored solutions, and collaboratin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in cloud governance, ensuring compliance and security across platforms. Collaborate with teams to optimize cloud usage, automate processes, and implement best practices for effective r...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $256K *

Lead the charge in shaping IT strategy and operations for a remote-first SaaS company. Drive service delivery, enhance employee technology experiences, and build a high-performing IT organization whil...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading complex design change projects from inception to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage substantial budgets, and drive innovation in a fast-paced e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building reliable data pipelines and models for risk and compliance. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure data integrity and support regulatory needs w...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $240K *

Join us to build and operate secure infrastructure for federal and partner environments. This hands-on role focuses on Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, and production support, ensuring reliable dep...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the secure architecture direction for a cloud-native financial platform, ensuring robust security controls and hands-on implementation while guiding teams to enhance security posture and reduce r...

Plano, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $231K *

Unlock potential by driving the technical direction and excellence of our stack. In this Staff Engineer role, you'll develop, mentor, and innovate within our Containers team, ensuring product quality...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud security solutions by leading technical sales pursuits, collaborating with clients and internal teams to deliver tailored compliance strategies and drive successful implement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $220K *

Join us to secure our innovative cloud platform by embedding security into the development lifecycle. Leverage your expertise in application security and DevSecOps to protect user data and foster a se...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $214K *

Oversee and enhance security measures across network, compliance, and access management. Collaborate with teams to design and implement resilient infrastructure while leading a high-performing securit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate cybersecurity and AI security growth by forging strategic client partnerships. Drive complex pursuits, develop tailored solutions, and translate client needs into actionable programs that enha...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage with senior stakeholders to drive cybersecurity and AI security growth. Leverage expertise to identify opportunities, build relationships, and orchestrate complex solutions that align with clie...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by partnering with us to drive technical sales success. Engage with clients, provide expert solutions, and ensure seamless integration of networking technologies while supporting...

Austin, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $95K *

Advance security measures by monitoring, analyzing, and remediating risks across the enterprise. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security posture, focusing on threat detection, vulnerability mana...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Elevate security standards by overseeing data center projects, ensuring compliance with industry specifications. Collaborate with teams to identify risks, monitor installations, and maintain quality t...

Buffalo, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.