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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$92K - $153K *

Lead the charge in securing AWS cloud environments by designing and implementing robust security controls, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with engineering teams to inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with sales teams to identify and address client needs, demonstrating solutions, and educating partners on best practices to enhance organizational sa...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $270K *

Unlock your potential as a Security-focused Staff Software Engineer, driving the design and implementation of robust systems to enhance the security of cloud environments while collaborating with vari...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $125K *

Join a dynamic Cyber Security team to provide Level 2 support for enterprise security tools, ensuring system health and enhancing security posture through collaboration and operational excellence...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and implementation of security solutions for complex systems, ensuring compliance with national defense standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system securi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer, tackling complex technical challenges while optimizing mission-critical infrastructure across multiple locations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance se...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion national security by safeguarding critical systems as an Information Systems Security Engineer. Collaborate with experts to design security solutions, conduct risk assessments, and ensure com...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Drive innovation and enhance systems through advanced engineering expertise, leveraging your STEM degree and 2+ years of relevant experience to contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative envi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive security operations by enhancing tools and incident response across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to strengthen security measures, oversee vulnerability management, and ensure aud...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cybersecurity initiatives through hands-on engineering and implementation of security technologies in a federal enterprise environment, focusing on vulnerability managem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity. Drive innovation and protect critical systems by implementing advanced security solutions and collaborating across teams to enhance our security...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$248K - $310K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative cloud solutions by architecting scalable, secure applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and drive the future of tech...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise infrastructure capabilities, collaborating with teams to implement advanced IT solutions, ensuring security and compliance across diverse environments while opt...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing software quality through automated testing, collaborating across teams to streamline processes and ensure reliable releases in a cloud-based CI/CD environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $175K *

Transform your career by driving innovation in cloud and application development. Collaborate with teams to enhance DevSecOps practices, automate processes, and ensure secure systems while mentoring j...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $175K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in our Salesforce DevSecOps team, driving innovative solutions and enhancing security practices in our cloud applications while collaborating across teams to opti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $152K *

Elevate your career by delivering secure, scalable automation solutions while shaping modern DevSecOps practices in complex financial environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $195K *

Develop and implement robust identity and access management solutions, focusing on authentication, authorization, and lifecycle management. Collaborate across teams to enhance security and minimize ri...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform security operations by providing Level 2 support in a dynamic SOC environment. Engage in alert triage, incident response, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to safeguard enterpris...

4 weeks ago

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

$207K - $300K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering secure cloud solutions. Collaborate with engineers to design and implement robust security measures, ensuring the integrity of cri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud security by implementing robust protections for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with experts to enhance security operations and compliance, ensuring the integrity...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $325K *

Elevate your career by securing and managing the transition to a hybrid-cloud infrastructure. Own identity management, cloud security, and developer tooling while leading incident response and threat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $164K *

Champion identity and access management initiatives, enhancing IAM workflows and Okta environments. Lead projects that simplify secure access, leveraging AI and Infrastructure as Code to drive efficie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $164K *

Transform your career by leading Identity and Access Management initiatives, enhancing security protocols, and driving automation in a dynamic IT environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $315K *

Create and implement robust security architectures across enterprise, cloud, and infrastructure environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards while guiding security initiatives and influen...

Carlsbad, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.