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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$163K - $215K *

Drive security excellence by leading the software development life cycle, integrating AI-driven solutions, and mentoring engineers to ensure robust application security across all phases of developmen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $215K *

Lead the charge in securing the software development life cycle, integrating AI-driven security measures, and mentoring junior engineers to enhance application security processes and frameworks...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$251K - $377K *

Lead the security architecture for a cutting-edge runtime, driving innovations in web and memory safety. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures, conduct vulnerability research, and mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$251K - $377K *

Lead the security architecture for a complex runtime, guiding teams in threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and memory safety improvements while fostering collaboration across engineering and prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $180K *

Shape the future of IT by owning critical systems for identity, devices, and SaaS. Drive automation and security in a hands-on role, collaborating with teams to scale operations as we grow across the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $218K *

Unlock potential by enhancing our security posture across satellites, ground systems, and cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and protect critical data while driving inno...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive automation and support mission-critical systems in a collaborative DevOps environment. Engage with development teams to enhance cloud infrastructure and streamline CI/CD practices, ensuring oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future by leading systems engineering efforts across all lifecycle stages, ensuring seamless integration and performance of complex systems while translating customer needs into effective so...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $200K *

Unlock potential by providing engineering support to the U.S. Navy's Foreign Military Sales Directorate, ensuring compliance and integration of systems while managing schedules and technical documenta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$251K - $377K *

Lead the charge in securing Snap’s Lens runtime and web clients. Collaborate with engineering teams to design robust security architectures, conduct vulnerability research, and mentor engineers while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$320K - $405K *

Innovate security measures by owning RF monitoring and emanations security for critical infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust detection systems and automated tools, enhancing site sa...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $405K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee RF monitoring and emanations security across critical data center sites. You'll design detection systems, manage technical surveillance countermeasures, and ensure robus...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate cybersecurity by designing and implementing innovative Elastic Stack solutions. Collaborate on complex problems, mentor peers, and drive automation in security operations while ensuring compli...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative cyber solutions by designing and maintaining automated systems. Collaborate on complex challenges, mentor peers, and contribute to cutting-edge security practices in a dynamic envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$101K - $144K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by implementing and sustaining endpoint security solutions across diverse networks, ensuring robust protection against threats while supporting critical Intelligence...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate incident response capabilities by developing dashboards and alerts, optimizing cloud performance, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with product teams to enhance IAM needs while dr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $180K *

Drive security excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance network design, security architecture, and risk management. Leverage your expertise to develop policies and frameworks that ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance multi-site network security through hands-on engineering. Lead initiatives in firewall management, vulnerability assessments, and incident response while collaborating w...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $231K *

Drive your career with impactful security initiatives that enhance product safety and foster responsible AI development. Collaborate across teams to elevate security practices and implement robust gua...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in enhancing AI security by designing safeguards, testing vulnerabilities, and developing mitigation strategies to protect our machine learning products from emerging threats and attac...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $261K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance product security by building tools and frameworks that empower engineers to develop secure applications. Collaborate across functions to integrate security practices thr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower enterprise clients by building innovative AI security solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design robust security controls and develop tools that enhance customer experiences while sta...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform enterprise security by building innovative AI solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design robust security controls and develop tools that enhance customer experiences while staying a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $250K *

Join us to enhance our security infrastructure as a Lead Infrastructure Security Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust security measures, automate processes, and drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $203K *

Lead the charge in evolving enterprise security strategies across network, SaaS, and AI domains. Ensure robust security governance, risk management, and collaborative efforts with technical teams to s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   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.