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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$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

$118K - $131K *

Champion our edge and web application security program, managing Cloudflare and reducing attack surfaces. Collaborate with security teams to enhance application safety and drive remediation efforts ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion secure software delivery by architecting and maintaining robust DevSecOps practices across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with stringent security requirements in a fast-paced, classif...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of internal attack engineering by leading a skilled team to innovate and maintain cutting-edge offensive security capabilities, ensuring safe, autonomous attacks across enterprise net...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $105K *

Inspire excellence by leading a team of Service Engineers to optimize and enhance physical security systems. Drive technical solutions, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional client experiences through...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Empower a team of Service Engineers while optimizing physical security systems. Lead advanced troubleshooting, enhance client experiences, and ensure operational excellence through collaboration and m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $125K *

Drive innovative and secure cloud-based IT systems for federal agencies, ensuring integration of security architecture while leveraging Infrastructure as Code practices. Collaborate with cross-functio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative security design projects, collaborating with teams and clients to optimize physical security and telecommunications solutions while addressing complex challenges in a dynamic environme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $150K *

Lead the development of scalable automation solutions to ensure software quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor SDETs while navigating challenges in a fast-paced cybersecurity env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity for DoD cloud services. As a Team Lead, you'll conduct assessments, validate controls, and ensure compliance, driving the success of our risk ma...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping complex technical solutions by developing operational requirements, translating needs into actionable plans, and coordinating across teams to ensure alignment with mission o...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $125K *

Transform cloud security by deploying and managing tools across AWS and Azure. Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to automate security processes, ensuring robust protection and swift remedi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$66K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by providing vital industrial security support across multiple disciplines. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and safeguard classified operations while managing risks i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cybersecurity for mission-critical systems, ensuring compliance and performance optimization. Leverage your expertise in engineering and risk management to protect vital...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $300K *

Elevate security standards through innovative automation in our SDLC. Collaborate across teams to create tools, drive vulnerability elimination, and leverage AI in security engineering, influencing pr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $231K *

Lead the charge in securing software delivery by designing robust CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native architectures. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and proactively address emerging...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform secure software delivery by designing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines, implementing security controls, and leading cloud-native product hardening efforts to minimize risk and enhance...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing robust security systems and architectures. Collaborate with teams to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with stringent FBI cybersecurity requ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise cloud security by leading compliance and risk management initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to implement a modern DevSecOps approach, ensuring robust security polic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $172K *

Champion the design and implementation of cloud-based solutions, ensuring security and compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize performance and scalability in a mission...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join our Governance, Risk & Compliance team to design and review security architectures, translate regulatory requirements into technical controls, and lead risk assessments, ensuring robust security...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$131K - $290K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of complex systems. Your expertise will drive the design, development, and integration of high-quality hardware/software systems, ensuring performance, reliabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance automation and security in CI/CD pipelines, ensuring effective integration, testing, and deployment for DOD projects while leading critical initiatives and mentoring team me...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Champion the development and security of our AWS and Kubernetes platform, leading daily security and compliance efforts while driving infrastructure improvements. This role offers ownership and variet...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Empower innovation by implementing secure cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance security, scalability, and deployment efficiency while driving DevSecOps best prac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.