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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$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.