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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$69K - $141K *

Transform infrastructure through innovative DevSecOps practices, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance software deployment and operational efficiency while ensuring security and compliance in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Transform infrastructure through innovative DevSecOps practices, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance software deployment and operations. Leverage cloud technologies and automation to drive ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Transform infrastructure through innovative DevSecOps practices, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance software deployment and operations. Leverage cloud technologies and automation to drive ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $145K *

Manage and enhance cybersecurity measures within a secure cloud environment. Analyze security events, ensure compliance with DoD standards, and support incident response efforts to protect sensitive i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $164K *

Bring your expertise to enhance cybersecurity by managing Microsoft Security Suite technologies, implementing access controls, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen the organizat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Level 2 is responsible for performing technical security assessments and recommending mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with Cybersecurity sta...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security for global customers. As a key member of our Security Product Support team, you'll tackle complex security challenges and deliver exceptional support...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by ensuring compliance with DoD policies and best practices. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, enhance security measures, and document processes, all while safe...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$230K - $334K *

Lead a dynamic team to secure cloud infrastructure, driving strategy and execution while fostering collaboration with engineering teams to integrate security seamlessly into evolving systems...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $334K *

Lead the charge in securing our cloud-native platform by managing a team of security engineers, driving execution of security strategies, and fostering partnerships with engineering teams to enhance o...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI security, conducting rapid assessments and developing innovative strategies to protect generative AI models from vulnerabilities. Collaborate with engineers t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

Elevate your career by managing and securing critical security infrastructure in a high-stakes environment. You'll oversee host defense and system monitoring, ensuring robust protection for vital netw...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $240K *

Elevate our Cyber Security posture by leading the design and implementation of security solutions for High Performance Computing and Virtualization environments, ensuring robust protection of corporat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $240K *

Shape the future of cyber security by leading efforts to secure high-performance computing environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, implement, and enhance security measures, ensuring ro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading the Cyber Security efforts for High Performance Computing environments. Drive security design, implementation, and automation while collaborating across teams to enhance ou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity engineering by resolving complex security challenges and integrating solutions throughout the system lifecycle, ensuring robust protection of information systems and p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $120K *

Optimize infrastructure systems to enhance reliability, performance, and scalability of SaaS applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, automate, and modernize environments...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative security solutions across a multi-state territory. Leverage your expertise in physical security technologies to design, implement, and support tailored systems wh...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $115K *

Elevate your career by overseeing comprehensive security solutions across a multi-state territory. As a subject matter expert, you'll design, implement, and support tailored systems while ensuring exc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $125K *

Unlock potential by becoming a trusted cybersecurity advisor, tackling complex challenges across diverse industries. Engage with clients to enhance their security posture, conduct forensic investigati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development and management of complex systems engineering documentation, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and system architecture. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver effectiv...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Shape innovative solutions by leveraging your extensive systems engineering expertise. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure system requirements align with operational needs, driving successful pro...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Elevate mission-critical systems through hands-on engineering and signals analysis. Collaborate on requirements management, data analysis, and user support while ensuring compliance with security poli...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to tackle complex system engineering challenges, enhancing mission-critical systems through hands-on support, requirements management, and data analysis while collaborating with us...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing mission-critical systems through hands-on system engineering and signals analysis. Collaborate on requirements management, data analysis, and user support whi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.