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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$80K - $95K *

Transform data security practices by overseeing the implementation of robust security measures, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization to protect se...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K *

Contribute to the modernization of critical systems by implementing and monitoring cloud security controls. Collaborate with senior engineers to configure tools, respond to alerts, and enforce policie...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K *

Transform your career by implementing and monitoring cloud security controls. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance system integrity and enforce security policies across various cloud environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Engineer innovative security solutions that safeguard digital finance products by designing scalable services and automating vulnerability management processes, ensuring secure development practices a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $160K *

Engage in designing and building critical security software and tools, enhancing privacy and compliance programs. Collaborate with teams to automate workflows and improve security posture through inno...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$89K - $153K *

Transform client experiences by architecting advanced ad tech integrations, leveraging AI tools to streamline onboarding, troubleshoot issues, and deliver insights that drive data-driven decisions and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $172K *

Join a team that's redefining ad tech integration by architecting AI-driven solutions, enhancing client onboarding, and delivering actionable insights to maximize operational efficiency and revenue gr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Drive security innovation by designing and building solutions that enhance vulnerability management and secure development practices for scalable products and services...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $166K *

Advance your career by leading the design and implementation of robust network security solutions. Oversee security operations, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance while enhancing organ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing Tier II technical support for global ISR systems. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while mai...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $144K *

Unlock your potential as a VPN/Firewall Network Engineer, driving global network security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational integrity and safeguard infrastructu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion enterprise cybersecurity initiatives by architecting robust AWS cloud security solutions, ensuring compliance and risk management across cloud, hybrid, and AI environments within the financia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $195K *

Transform the platform engineering landscape by leading a dedicated team to enhance developer experience, drive product vision, and foster collaboration, ensuring seamless infrastructure and tooling f...

Austin, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $195K *

Join a team that's redefining platform engineering by leading a talented group to enhance developer experience, drive product vision, and foster collaboration while ensuring a fun and innovative work...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $167K *

Advance your career by leading innovative systems engineering projects, focusing on product development and compliance in the Aerospace and Electronics sectors. Collaborate across teams to ensure qual...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer a new remote team, leading senior engineers in resolving complex software escalations. Drive operational excellence, foster collaboration, and ensure quality delivery while managing cross-func...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $187K *

Join our dynamic Information Security team to lead the enhancement of our security tooling ecosystem and drive the maturity of our Incident Response program, ensuring robust protection against evolvin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $179K *

Drive security excellence as a Lead Security Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate security throughout the technology development lifecycle, focusing on application and clou...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Develop system requirements and architectures, providing engineering leadership for complex hardware and software systems that support mission operations. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure effe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by implementing controls, managing vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance across various domains. Collaborate with teams to drive security outcomes a...

Overland Park, KSRemote

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

$180K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining cyber risk management by leading assessments, treatment plans, and automation initiatives. Collaborate across engineering and compliance to enhance security processes and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$186K - $233K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations and incident response across the enterprise. Build and mentor a high-performing team while driving AI-driven automation and securing multi-tenant SaaS...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $233K *

Lead and enhance security operations by managing incident detection and response. Build a high-performing team, optimize security technologies, and ensure rapid threat remediation across multi-tenant...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $243K *

Transform complex initiatives by leveraging systems engineering expertise to enhance U.S. Treasury operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive data science and AI solutions, ensuring alignment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $135K *

Pioneer container security initiatives by assessing risks and implementing governance frameworks. Collaborate with teams to enhance security in development processes, ensuring safe container image dep...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.