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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing robust ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring data quality, and implementing scalable solutions on AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to optimize perfor...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $210K *

Engage with customers to design tailored solutions utilizing Zoo's APIs, driving adoption and ensuring successful integration, while supporting sales with technical expertise and customer demonstratio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join our team as a technical leader to secure AI applications and platforms. Drive AI security architecture, testing, and standards, collaborating across teams to ensure robust and secure deployment o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$96K - $184K *

Engage with clients to design and implement security operations solutions, leveraging expertise in SIEM and SecOps technologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance cybersecurity strategies and drive...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure, scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security and operational excellence throughout th...

Richmond, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive the strategy and roadmap for a robust data platform, overseeing core services, data pipelines, and customer-facing products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence by ensuring the reliability of our AI agent platform. As a Site Reliability Engineer, you'll tackle unique challenges in production, define standards, and enhance perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $200K *

Shape the future of offensive security by leading advanced penetration testing, red-team engagements, and AI-assisted workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$245K - $260K *

Lead technical strategies for U.S. Navy accounts, enhancing digital performance and visibility. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions, addressing complex challenges in observabili...

Abell, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $162K *

Transform enterprise network infrastructure by architecting secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless connectivity and performance while supporting digital transformation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in architecting and managing robust cloud platforms, driving modernization efforts, and automating infrastructure solutions for large-scale enterprises. Collaborate with top engineers...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Engage with us to build robust security foundations for AI systems, ensuring safe operations in enterprise environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and mainta...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$206K - $242K *

Lead the charge in offensive security research for Kubernetes, developing attack capabilities and strategies. Own complex projects from design to integration, influencing security practices across clo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $208K *

Transform operational efficiencies by designing and deploying high-performance integration solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experiences and ensure data integrity across multi-t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive customer success by leveraging your technical expertise in API integration and data formats. Collaborate with sales and account teams to ensure seamless onboarding and support, while shaping pro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $179K *

Champion the Agentic AI platform by owning its end-to-end operations, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable delivery through advanced CI/CD practices, AWS infrastructure, and Kubernetes management...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing Proof of Value engagements, demonstrating the Tanium platform's capabilities while collaborating with account teams to align with customer objectives and drive successful...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

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Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in scaling a dynamic Sales Engineering team, driving technical execution and customer engagement. Collaborate with sales leaders to transform customer needs into successful outcomes wh...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Empower our cybersecurity initiatives by providing strategic leadership and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Drive enterprise-level security architecture and risk management across multiple Tas...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by driving DevOps and SRE practices, enhancing operational excellence, and collaborating with teams to ensure high availability and performance. Play a key role in automation, mo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $308K *

Unlock potential by leading and scaling our MSSP partner business across North America, combining technical leadership with hands-on architecture engagements to drive strategic growth and adoption of...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$217K - $303K *

Engineer robust, scalable systems to defend against DDoS attacks and malicious traffic. Collaborate across teams, enhance security measures, and mentor colleagues in a high-impact role focused on safe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Sales Engineer, driving enterprise solutions by collaborating with sales teams and customers. Leverage your expertise in networking and security to enhance sales proces...

Trenton, NJRemote

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  •   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.