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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$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $300K *

Drive innovation by architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for access security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise capabilities, ensuring scalable and secur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $248K *

Unlock potential by enhancing security for AI applications and infrastructure. Lead threat modeling, implement secure frameworks, and build scalable tooling to mitigate vulnerabilities, ensuring a rob...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of advanced network security solutions across a large enterprise environment, enhancing security posture and resilience while guiding a team o...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software delivery by owning the infrastructure that enables engineers to build, test, and release with confidence. Drive technical direction and enhance produc...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing software delivery systems, enhancing developer productivity, and ensuring secure, reliable releases across multiple cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to shape in...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $225K *

Empower our engineering team by safeguarding infrastructure through robust security measures. Collaborate across teams to enhance security architecture, drive data initiatives, and leverage AI tools f...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$178K - $226K *

Shape the future of security by designing and implementing robust solutions that enhance AWS's security posture. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvements in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in securing enterprise applications by conducting thorough penetration tests, validating vulnerabilities, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security measures across d...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of enterprise security by leading innovative engineering and architecture initiatives. Drive hands-on technical solutions across cloud, AI, and data security while mentoring a ski...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of enterprise data protection solutions, ensuring secure integration with applications. Collaborate with teams to optimize security practices and mentor junior engin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data security by designing and implementing enterprise-level protection solutions. Collaborate with teams to integrate Protegrity, mentor junior engineers, and establish best practices for sec...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineer in Cloud Security, enhancing security controls across a modern platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security measures, compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$108K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of enterprise network security solutions, focusing on secure architectures and multi-vendor technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $142K *

Lead the charge in securing deployed products by managing security assessments, coordinating compliance activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product security throughout...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $164K *

Manage and optimize the Tenable product suite on Linux, ensuring robust vulnerability management and security protocols. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security measures and provide training on...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Develop and enhance enterprise security frameworks, focusing on endpoint management, AI security, and automation. Collaborate with teams to implement robust security measures and continuously assess r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$159K - $202K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with development teams to enhance security measures, conduct code reviews, and implement innovative solutions that protect customer data while fostering a culture of...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $170K *

Accelerate progress at our flagship web applications by leading hands-on development, defining architecture, and setting engineering standards. Mentor teams to deliver high-performance user experience...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$103K - $181K *

Drive cyber engineering initiatives to enhance complex technology systems, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating with stakeholders and senior leadership to address technical chal...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$207K - $300K *

Advance your career by tackling complex security challenges in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with engineers to enhance security measures and protect critical infrastructure while ensuring complia...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $265K *

Unlock potential by executing security operations, identifying threats, and developing automation to enhance incident response and security posture, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading security initiatives and shaping strategy as a Principal Security Engineer. Collaborate with teams to design and implement robust security solutions that align with busi...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Champion security innovation by designing and implementing robust solutions. Lead strategic initiatives, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance enterprise security posture and ensur...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading security initiatives and shaping strategy. Collaborate with teams to design and implement robust security solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance s...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.