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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$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...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining security architecture to align tech and business objectives. Enhance security practices across development and operations while fostering compliance and incident response...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $215K *

Optimize security in software development by collaborating with teams to embed best practices, assess vulnerabilities, and enhance application safety. Engage in code reviews and threat modeling to ens...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$153K - $170K *

Explore opportunities to enhance cybersecurity by testing and automating security controls across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, document findings, and implement solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise cybersecurity by managing vulnerability assessments and security monitoring. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture across complex environments, ensuring the integrity a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $323K *

Lead the charge in enhancing product security by guiding a dynamic team, implementing cutting-edge tools, and collaborating across departments to ensure robust protection of corporate and production i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $264K *

Lead the charge in enhancing product security by guiding a dynamic team, implementing robust security measures, and collaborating across departments to safeguard infrastructure and applications in a f...

Coppell, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $216K *

Tackle security challenges by leading hands-on efforts across infrastructure, incident response, and compliance. Shape policies while managing AI security, ensuring safety for global operations and dr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $193K *

Architect secure solutions by managing advanced firewall policies and guidance, driving compliance while leading cyber security strategies. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and safeguard sen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K *

Lead the charge in implementing and managing enterprise IAM solutions, ensuring robust authentication and identity lifecycle management. Collaborate with state agencies to modernize critical systems w...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $237K *

Lead the charge in ensuring high availability and reliability of infrastructure services while managing database systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and drive operational ef...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing and implementing robust security measures. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance system resilience, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure complian...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $211K *

Shape the future of security compliance automation by architecting and deploying robust backend services. Collaborate across teams to innovate solutions and enhance infrastructure security while drivi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion security documentation and compliance by collaborating with teams to develop, maintain, and assess System Security Plans (SSP) while ensuring adherence to FedRAMP, FISMA, and other security s...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance IAM security by designing and implementing robust architectures and controls across enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity security and explore...

Georgia, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $210K *

Transform security practices by identifying vulnerabilities in AI systems, conducting assessments, and collaborating with engineers to enhance protection against emerging threats in a dynamic environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $167K *

Transform customer experiences by delivering expert security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance web security for government agencies, ensuring seamless integration and optim...

Ottawa, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $167K *

Shape the future of web security by providing expert guidance and innovative solutions to enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration of security services for g...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us to enhance our cybersecurity posture by implementing and managing security technologies, collaborating across teams, and leveraging AI for improved threat detection and incident response in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of security engineering by embedding robust practices into development. Collaborate with engineers to enhance platform security, automate compliance, and build scalable tools that emp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage with enterprises to deploy and manage generative AI workloads, collaborating directly with customers. Utilize your DevOps expertise to enhance and scale production applications in cloud and con...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $230K *

Advance your career by ensuring seamless performance of AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with customers and teams, automating and maintaining infrastructure for reliability across uncla...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust information security program, overseeing design and implementation while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance security posture and mitigate risks across multi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$192K - $278K *

Shape the future of security incident response by designing AI-assisted systems, improving readiness, and leading complex incidents as a senior engineer. Elevate the team's capabilities through innova...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development and maintenance of Zero Trust Architecture integrations, enhancing CMDB quality through effective collaboration and discovery scheduling. Engage with stakeholders to ensure data...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information 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.