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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Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud security capabilities, leading hands-on initiatives and shaping strategic direction. Collaborate across engineering teams to secure AWS environments and mentor pee...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $234K *

Drive the deployment and integration of Wireless Intrusion Detection Systems across data centers. Lead technical designs, oversee installations, and collaborate with teams to enhance system performanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $234K *

Innovate advanced security testing tools and methodologies to proactively identify vulnerabilities. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance and data security, ensuring the integrity of sensitiv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $234K *

Champion advanced security solutions by developing testing tools and methodologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance and data security, ensuring the integrity of sensitive information wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $234K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security through innovative testing tools and methodologies. You'll proactively identify vulnerabilities, ensure compliance, and contribute to data security...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $250K *

Elevate data security by designing and implementing robust data protection controls across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure sensitive data governance and compliance while enhanci...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative security solutions by developing advanced systems to protect sensitive workflows. Collaborate with teams to strengthen infrastructure while driving speed and resilience in project...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing embedded flight systems through innovative cryptographic solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to integrate security from design to deployment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $190K *

Partner with us to lead innovative AI security solutions, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance technology in the banking secto...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and development of secure AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Transform the banking industry by leading innovative AI security solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement robust security measures, ensuring the integrity of AI applicatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Shape the future of AI security by leading innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement robust security measures for AI applications, ensur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Champion innovative AI security solutions by leading design and development efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle complex challenges in the banking sector, ensuring robust security for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Join a dynamic team to lead innovative AI security solutions, ensuring robust protection for applications in the banking sector. Collaborate across functions to enhance security practices and drive te...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Lead the charge in securing AI systems by designing innovative solutions that protect against emerging threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security practices and ensure complia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Unlock potential by leading the Tenable stack for a global network, ensuring robust vulnerability management and security across an Intelligence Community enterprise. Collaborate with a skilled team t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Security Engineer, leading the design and development of cutting-edge AI security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $280K *

Join a team that's architecting secure infrastructure solutions, enhancing AWS security, and creating robust IAM frameworks to proactively mitigate risks while collaborating with cross-functional part...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $280K *

Partner with us to enhance our cloud infrastructure security. Own critical security challenges by designing and implementing secure frameworks, driving adoption of best practices, and educating teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform your career by supporting cybersecurity initiatives and compliance efforts. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to develop and maintain security baselines, ensuring a robust en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity by developing and maintaining enterprise security baselines. Collaborate with teams to implement secure configurations and support compliance initiatives for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Join a team that's redefining federal workflows by engineering AI-driven solutions and optimizing data architectures, ensuring security and scalability across all applications. Collaborate with peers...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and security by designing, developing, and deploying intelligent agents for federal workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate, ensuri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform security practices by ensuring robust cloud and Kubernetes environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and automate operational tasks, driving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Champion secure cloud and Kubernetes environments, enhancing infrastructure reliability and safety. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot, automate, and implement security measures, ensur...

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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.