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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Manage overnight SAP BW data loads, ensuring seamless execution and prompt error resolution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and maintain data integrity during critical...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and operating high-impact identity systems, driving medium-to-large projects from ambiguity to delivery while ensuring reliability and quality across the enterprise identi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage and automate cloud infrastructure leveraging modern DevOps practices, focusing on CI/CD and configuration management tools. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and solve production issu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading Zero Trust architecture initiatives. Drive enterprise-wide strategies, develop reusable patterns, and ensure alignment with federal standards while guiding...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $140K *

Drive GRC initiatives by building and testing security controls, assessing risks, and automating evidence collection. Collaborate with teams to enhance compliance and support audits while ensuring eff...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $250K *

Lead the charge in our cybersecurity operations, overseeing teams and strategies to enhance effective security monitoring and incident response while ensuring top-notch service delivery across diverse...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive technical solutions and client satisfaction as you partner with internal teams, enhancing client engagement through innovative use of our solutions, troubleshooting complex integrations, and fos...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $198K *

Shape mission-critical systems by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop, integrate, and validate advanced capabilities. Drive technical planning and risk management while enhancing sys...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $325K *

Lead the development of control-plane architecture for AI inference systems. Collaborate across hardware and software to create robust, secure, and scalable solutions, ensuring seamless integration an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise security implementations into measurable success. Drive customer outcomes, manage complex programs, and build trusted relationships with executives to ensure...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing software delivery and operational stability for enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Elevate security by leading a dynamic team to protect client applications across diverse platforms. Drive strategy and technical direction for foundational security capabilities, ensuring robust defen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through innovative cloud solutions. You'll design, implement, and optimize security monitoring in Azure, leveraging tools like Microsoft Sentine...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through cloud solutions. You'll design, implement, and optimize security monitoring and automation in a dynamic environment, focusing on Azure a...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of scalable platform infrastructure. Drive operational excellence and innovation while collaborating across teams to enhance system reliabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $260K *

Unlock your potential as you lead AI-powered solutions, drive innovation, and guide teams in a fast-paced environment, transforming complex data into actionable insights for diverse customers while re...

Austin, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $303K *

Shape the future of identity management by designing scalable solutions that enhance authentication and security systems, ensuring compliance while collaborating across teams to address complex challe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$143K - $200K *

Elevate your career by partnering with customers to solve complex security challenges. Leverage your technical expertise and sales acumen to drive impactful solutions and foster strong relationships w...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the technical strategy for identity governance services, leading a team to enhance identity security across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement SailPoint solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading incident response efforts, enhancing security protocols, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with engineering to automate processes and improve response capabilities...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $175K *

Engineer and optimize enterprise platforms for diverse environments, ensuring seamless deployment and support. Collaborate with clients to enhance cybersecurity, compliance, and observability solution...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer advanced threat research and detection strategies, driving impactful security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate incidents, develop detection mechanisms, and enh...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $205K *

Drive impactful data security solutions as a Senior Consultant, leading enterprise DSPM deployments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud architectures and enhance governance, ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing Azure infrastructure, ensuring seamless hybrid connectivity and robust disaster recovery. Collaborate across teams to enhance operations, automate processes...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $200K *

Empower mission-critical federal systems by leading the design and automation of secure cloud platforms. Drive reliability, mentor engineers, and set technical direction in a collaborative environment...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.