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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$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $196K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity for connected medical devices, leading cross-functional teams to design secure products, manage risks, and ensure compliance with industry standar...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $500K *

Lead security initiatives across infrastructure and product, ensuring robust defenses against evolving threats. Collaborate with teams to define security protocols and respond swiftly to vulnerabiliti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team to identify and remediate security risks across business units, enhancing security maturity and enabling self-service capabilities while collaborating with core security teams to d...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role designing and maintaining secure network infrastructures to protect cloud environments. Collaborate across teams to implement cutting-edge security solutions that...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement advanced security systems, ensuring the protection of assets and personnel. Collaborate with sales and operations to deliver tailored solutions in a client...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading technical planning and system integration, ensuring effective solutions throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate on complex analyses to transform customer requiremen...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of robust security capabilities for a cutting-edge platform, ensuring secure identity and access management across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and support IBM Systems Z hardware and software, ensuring high availability and performance in a 24/7 mainframe environment while collaborating on production processes an...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $226K *

Develop and implement advanced solutions for securing privileged access within dynamic environments. Contribute to key initiatives that enhance security modernizations, improve operational resiliency...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$228K - $314K *

Drive the architecture and engineering direction for a shared Security AI platform, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable operations across multiple security functions while mentoring teams and alig...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion security excellence by leading complex Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR implementations. Drive technical enablement projects, mentor engineers, and enhance client security practices in a d...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $118K *

Innovate security solutions for AI applications, assessing vulnerabilities and establishing best practices. Collaborate with teams to integrate security into development workflows and create scalable...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$191K - $293K *

Shape the future of AI security by designing and developing scalable backend systems that empower enterprises to manage and secure AI agents effectively. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quali...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $293K *

Empower enterprises by designing and developing high-scale AI security solutions. In this full-stack role, leverage your expertise in backend systems to enhance visibility and control over agentic AI...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $293K *

Transform the future of AI security by designing and developing scalable backend systems that empower enterprises to manage and secure AI agents effectively. Collaborate across teams to deliver innova...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $293K *

Transform the future of AI security by designing scalable backend systems that empower enterprises to manage and secure AI agents effectively. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innova...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $136K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud security by collaborating across disciplines. You'll engage in hands-on security engineering, risk assessments, and architecture reviews, ensuring robust...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Optimize enterprise security by designing and enhancing security controls across diverse environments, collaborating with key stakeholders to reduce risk and strengthen defenses against modern threats...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $225K *

Champion robust security measures across diverse environments, ensuring compliance with ICD 503 and NIST 800-53 standards. Assess risks, conduct vulnerability scans, and support intelligence operation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development and operation of a cutting-edge Security Observability & Data Platform, enhancing endpoint security, threat detection, and incident response while driving innovation in security s...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize software delivery and infrastructure management by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability, scalability, and security through automation and best practices in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $405K *

Lead the charge in securing data center operations by designing and managing robust hardware inventory systems, ensuring continuous monitoring and compliance through innovative tools and automation, w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$178K - $226K *

Shape the future of security by leading complex initiatives, ensuring robust security measures from design to launch, and fostering a culture of secure coding across teams while mentoring engineers an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$149K - $186K *

Champion the future of secure communications by leading the development and integration of advanced cryptographic solutions for space and ground systems, ensuring mission success through collaboration...

6 days 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.