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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$155K - $264K *

Lead the charge in enhancing product security by guiding a dynamic team, implementing robust security measures, and collaborating across departments to safeguard infrastructure and applications in a f...

Coppell, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Advance IAM security by designing and implementing robust architectures and controls across enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity security and explore...

Georgia, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $167K *

Transform customer experiences by delivering expert security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance web security for government agencies, ensuring seamless integration and optim...

Ottawa, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of security engineering by embedding robust practices into development. Collaborate with engineers to enhance platform security, automate compliance, and build scalable tools that emp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $230K *

Advance your career by ensuring seamless performance of AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with customers and teams, automating and maintaining infrastructure for reliability across uncla...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $278K *

Shape the future of security incident response by designing AI-assisted systems, improving readiness, and leading complex incidents as a senior engineer. Elevate the team's capabilities through innova...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of internal attack engineering by leading a skilled team to innovate and maintain cutting-edge offensive security capabilities, ensuring safe, autonomous attacks across enterprise net...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $231K *

Lead the charge in securing software delivery by designing robust CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native architectures. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and proactively address emerging...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform secure software delivery by designing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines, implementing security controls, and leading cloud-native product hardening efforts to minimize risk and enhance...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join our Governance, Risk & Compliance team to design and review security architectures, translate regulatory requirements into technical controls, and lead risk assessments, ensuring robust security...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$116K - $125K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by designing and implementing robust controls for enterprise applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $179K *

Develop and implement security solutions to protect corporate infrastructure, user devices, and applications. Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to identify risks and enhance security measures...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$56K - $114K *

Help us advance our secure computing environment by maintaining and optimizing infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance, and supporting the deployment of new technologies while providing e...

Lansing, MIRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by bridging technical expertise and strategic vision. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful architectures that drive customer success and...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $334K *

Lead a dynamic team to secure cloud infrastructure, driving strategy and execution while fostering collaboration with engineering teams to integrate security seamlessly into evolving systems...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity engineering by resolving complex security challenges and integrating solutions throughout the system lifecycle, ensuring robust protection of information systems and p...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate security practices by architecting innovative Python tools for scalable cloud infrastructure. Drive automation and empower teams with self-service solutions while enhancing security across glo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $285K *

Advance security solutions by engaging with enterprise customers, providing expert guidance, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance security practices and ensure compli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $184K *

Optimize cybersecurity solutions by collaborating with customers to assess needs, design secure architectures, and deliver compelling presentations that drive business value across cloud and hybrid en...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $184K *

Drive innovative cybersecurity solutions by engaging with customers to assess their needs, design tailored architectures, and present compelling value propositions, ensuring alignment with business ob...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Champion innovative cybersecurity solutions by engaging with customers to assess their needs, design tailored architectures, and deliver compelling presentations that drive business value across cloud...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $179K *

Join a dynamic team to design and govern enterprise security architectures, ensuring robust protection for information systems and sensitive data while aligning with organizational objectives and fede...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading cyber security initiatives, managing systems, and collaborating with teams to enhance security operations in mission-critical environments. Drive innovation through automat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$225K - $281K *

Shape the future of application security by leading strategy and initiatives across teams. Drive secure design and standards, mentor engineers, and tackle complex security challenges in a collaborativ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $124K *

Join us to enhance cloud security for clients by assessing risks, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing remediation strategies. Collaborate with experienced professionals while gaining hands-o...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.