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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$165K - $240K *

Drive innovation by leading a skilled team to develop advanced software security solutions, ensuring robust system analysis and implementation in a hybrid environment while collaborating with diverse...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Champion complex security challenges across cloud, platform, and identity. Elevate engineering standards, automate controls, and mentor teams while ensuring compliance and operational integrity in a d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$274K - $342K *

Empower secure product development by collaborating with engineering teams to design, implement, and enhance security features, while driving risk remediation and establishing robust security practice...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $251K *

Unlock strategic opportunities in Data Security by partnering with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions, lead evaluations, and ensure customer success in the Public Sector. Drive innovation and c...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive security excellence by partnering with engineering teams to implement robust application security controls across the SDLC, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while enhancing developer work...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Support secure software development by integrating risk management into CI/CD workflows. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security standards, automate controls, and mentor staff, ensuri...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by enhancing cloud security and compliance. Collaborate with engineering to strengthen infrastructure, manage vulnerabilities, and automate processes, ensuring robust protection of...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security across our infrastructure. You'll build and operate security controls, ensuring robust protection for our bare-metal fleet and AWS environments while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform enterprise security with innovative solutions by collaborating with talented teams to design, ship features, and enhance risk policies, all while integrating with identity providers and fort...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $213K *

Shape the security landscape by enhancing cloud infrastructure resilience, monitoring threats, and implementing robust security measures. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and drive...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $174K *

Explore opportunities to enhance global physical security systems, ensuring operational excellence through specialized support and collaboration across teams. Drive innovation in access control and su...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $145K *

Join a dynamic Security Operations team focused on in-depth investigations and incident response. Leverage your expertise in security, technology, and critical thinking to enhance our operations and t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $185K *

Drive the security and operation of application security platforms in cloud environments. Manage Kubernetes infrastructure, automate deployments, and ensure compliance with federal standards while sup...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by investigating and prioritizing vulnerabilities across enterprise systems, driving remediation, and enhancing security capabilities through automation and AI integration...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by investigating vulnerabilities, driving remediation, and building automation. Collaborate across systems to enhance security posture and leverage AI for innov...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security across applications and cloud infrastructure by designing robust controls, automating security processes, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in cloud security engineering by managing a team of experts to design and implement robust security controls across AWS, Azure, and GCP, ensuring compliance and operational excellence...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Develop and enhance security strategies across applications and infrastructure, ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security practices and improve...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $205K *

Drive security enhancements across applications and infrastructure by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage deep security expertise and software engineering skills to implement scalable...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion security integration in the SDLC as a DevSecOps Engineer, optimizing processes and automating controls. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and ensure compliance while mainta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $152K *

Drive the design and implementation of AI Security and GenAI data protection, collaborating across teams to enhance security measures while enabling responsible AI adoption. This role demands hands-on...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and integration of complex system requirements, ensuring compatibility with architectural frameworks while delivering innovative solutions that meet operational needs and enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $186K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and security of IT and OT environments. Drive architectural excellence across networks and cloud ecosystems while ensuring compliance and optimal performance in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $210K *

Tackle security challenges as a hands-on engineer, ensuring our production platform is secure. Identify vulnerabilities, implement fixes, and lead detection processes while collaborating with engineer...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the engineering and automation of secure SOC systems, integrating technologies and resolving complex issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance security and performance while mentoring junior eng...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.