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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Cloud & Application Security Engineer
$150K - $220K *
Empower our security initiatives by collaborating with engineering teams to enhance application and cloud security practices, assess vulnerabilities, and implement robust security controls across clou...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Transform AI security by leading the design and implementation of data protection strategies, ensuring robust governance and operational excellence across enterprise AI usage while collaborating with...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing AI Security solutions, ensuring robust data protection while collaborating across teams to mitigate risks and enable responsible AI adoption in a dynamic...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of AI Security and data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures while enabling responsible AI adoption an...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Architect the future of AI Security by leading the design and implementation of data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance governance and reduce data loss risks while enabling res...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Join a dynamic team to lead AI Security initiatives, ensuring robust data protection and governance across enterprise AI usage. Drive the design and implementation of security measures while collabora...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Optimize AI security by leading the design and implementation of data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance governance and reduce data loss risks while enabling responsible AI ado...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Champion AI security by leading the design and implementation of data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks while enabling responsible AI adoption and ensuring compliance w...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Drive the design and implementation of AI Security and GenAI data protection, ensuring robust governance and operational excellence while collaborating across teams to mitigate data loss risks and ena...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Champion AI security by leading the design and implementation of data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks while enabling responsible AI adoption and ensuring compliance w...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Unlock your potential as a Principal Security Engineer, leading AI Security initiatives and data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures while enabling responsible...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing AI Security and GenAI data protection strategies, ensuring robust governance and operational excellence while collaborating across teams to mitigate data...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Join a team that's redefining AI security by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge data protection strategies. Collaborate across departments to mitigate risks while enabling responsib...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Advance your career by leading AI Security initiatives, ensuring robust data protection and governance across enterprise systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks while enabli...
1 week ago
Principal Security Engineer - AI Security & GenAI Data Protection
$130K - $195K *
Lead the charge in enhancing AI security and data protection by designing and implementing robust solutions. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks while enabling responsible AI adoption and ensur...
1 week ago
$145K - $175K *
Pioneer secure AI adoption by building foundational systems for identity, access, and data governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient use of AI tools while enhancing...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Transform enterprise security by building robust AI foundations, ensuring secure access and data governance while enabling rapid adoption of AI tools across teams. Collaborate with cross-functional le...
2 weeks ago
Staff Mission Security Engineer, Build
$180K - $260K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of mission security engineering, designing and deploying classified IT infrastructures for U.S. Government programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust, secur...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Mission Security Engineer, Build
$170K - $250K *
Manage the end-to-end design and deployment of classified IT infrastructures, ensuring compliance with security standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust solutions for U.S. Government progra...
Reposted 1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform enterprise security by architecting AI-driven solutions that integrate real-time data processing and cybersecurity. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable analytics and threat detection...
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Senior Cloud Security Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Accelerate progress at securing cloud environments by designing robust guardrails and automation. Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines and ensure compliance across...
3 weeks ago
Staff Security Engineer - Blue Team (US)
$161K - $220K *
Lead the charge in enhancing security measures as a Staff Security Engineer, guiding a skilled team to protect client data, manage incident responses, and implement innovative security solutions while...
2 days ago
Staff Security Engineer - Blue Team (US)
$161K - $220K *
Advance your career as a Staff Security Engineer, leading security initiatives, mentoring teams, and enhancing client data protection while driving cross-functional projects and improving incident res...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Security Engineer - Insider Threat
$114K - $152K *
Develop and enhance insider threat detection capabilities through analytics, collaboration, and technical expertise. Assess existing programs, identify gaps, and implement solutions to mitigate inside...
3 days ago
Senior Security Engineer - Insider Threat
$114K - $152K *
Lead the charge in enhancing insider threat detection and response through advanced analytics, collaboration across teams, and the development of technical indicators to mitigate risks and protect org...
3 days ago
What does a Security Engineer do?
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?
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?
Yes. Specializations include application security, cloud security, product security, network and infrastructure security, and security operations or detection engineering.
Do Security Engineers need certifications?
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?
Compensation varies by experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more.