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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining technical support for enterprise customers. You'll own escalations, advocate for clients, and build scalable processes while collaborating with engineering to enhance our...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Champion advanced systems security engineering to enhance USAF weapon systems, ensuring robust cybersecurity and resilience throughout the acquisition life cycle while collaborating with diverse teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $130K *

Optimize security for a federal Azure platform by guiding teams, reviewing configurations, and enforcing controls. Collaborate with customers to implement best practices and enhance security measures...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and enhance our DevSecOps tooling ecosystem, driving security and operational efficiency across cloud and on-premises environments while collaborating with software eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Explore a pivotal role in designing and operating high-availability infrastructure systems, collaborating with global teams to enhance observability and drive innovation in secure networking solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance security measures, lead incident response, and implement risk management strategies across diverse environments. Drive security automation and compliance while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in managing physical and logical security risks across a global infrastructure portfolio. Drive strategy, implement security solutions, and ensure compliance while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion robust physical security solutions to safeguard global infrastructure. Manage risks, enhance compliance, and integrate security across all domains, ensuring business continuity and protection...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive security excellence by managing physical and logical security risks across global infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and enhance security systems that protect data and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by managing security risks across physical and logical domains. Collaborate with teams to design and implement robust security systems that protect infrastructure and ensure compli...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Build your career with a dynamic team focused on enhancing physical and logical security across global infrastructure. Drive strategy, manage risks, and implement robust security solutions to protect...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate security standards by managing physical and logical risks across global infrastructure. Drive strategy, implement robust security systems, and ensure compliance while enhancing operational eff...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $194K *

Champion the design and development of scalable, secure systems on AWS, driving architectural decisions and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative security solutions that enhance customer tr...

3 weeks ago

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

$106K - $131K *

Lead the charge in enhancing network security systems, implementing solutions, and managing complex projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure compliance and optimize performance in a dynamic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer, enhancing Linux infrastructure and driving cloud integration, container orchestration, and AI automation for high-performance trading systems...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $252K *

Analyze and respond to security incidents, leveraging expertise in digital forensics and security engineering to protect sensitive data and enhance system integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $190K *

Champion security integration in system design and development, ensuring compliance with NIST standards. Collaborate with teams to achieve system authorization and enhance security controls throughout...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$221K - $387K *

Join a team that's redefining security architecture by leading the design of innovative data platforms. Drive measurable outcomes in threat detection and response while mentoring engineers and shaping...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock the potential of multi-cloud environments by designing and securing scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance cybersecurity and ensure compliance while mentoring junior staff in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $194K *

Drive the development and security of critical services in a classified environment, ensuring high availability and robust automation. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative security s...

2 days ago

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

$231K - $340K *

Shape the future of security by establishing robust infrastructure standards and patterns. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement secure design principles, manage risks, and mentor fellow eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$159K - $202K *

Elevate security outcomes by driving proactive solutions and automation across AWS services. Collaborate with engineering teams to identify risks, close security gaps, and mentor junior engineers in a...

1 week ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Join us to lead security architecture and design reviews for critical products, conducting assessments and threat modeling to identify risks, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement effe...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of security by leading architecture reviews and threat assessments for innovative products. Collaborate with engineering teams to identify risks, implement solutions, and enhance secu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Partner with us to lead security architecture and design reviews, conduct threat modeling, and assess risks for complex applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement secure design patt...

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  •   5 - 7 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.