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 *

Engage in enhancing application security by managing container security operations, integrating security into DevOps pipelines, and fostering a culture of secure development across teams to mitigate r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $217K *

Champion enterprise security architecture by developing frameworks and guidance to operationalize security across platforms, cloud environments, and applications. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Advance data governance for a high-impact platform managing 70B events daily. Shape architectural strategy, enhance privacy, and mentor engineers within a collaborative environment, ensuring complianc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock innovative data governance solutions by architecting scalable systems that manage the secure flow and integrity of data across a high-volume platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform the security landscape by leading corporate security and compliance initiatives. Own identity infrastructure, manage vendor relationships, and ensure customer trust while implementing robust...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $160K *

Shape the future of national security by delivering innovative systems engineering solutions for overhead persistent infrared missions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and multi-domain in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $160K *

Empower your career with a pivotal systems engineering role, supporting advanced OPIR mission management within the NRO. Collaborate across domains to enhance ground architecture and drive innovative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $270K *

Join a dynamic team as a mid-level software engineer focused on DevOps. Oversee production operations, enhance system reliability, and collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance and continuo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $270K *

Innovate and enhance operational efficiency as a mid-level DevOps Software Engineer, ensuring system reliability and performance while collaborating with teams to support continuous service delivery a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $130K *

Champion systems engineering excellence by supporting acquisition programs, developing documentation, and conducting technical assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Optimize secure software solutions by developing high-quality code and leading AIML security initiatives across cloud platforms, ensuring robust design and functionality while fostering a culture of d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Drive impactful cybersecurity initiatives by leading enterprise email security strategies, ensuring robust protection against threats while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance securit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by configuring and sustaining advanced network infrastructures, collaborating with teams to support Cisco and Arista devices, and driving modernization efforts in cloud and containeri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower network modernization by configuring and sustaining Cisco and Arista infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to support operational needs, troubleshoot issues, and design innovative solutions f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in securing Lambda's AI infrastructure by driving security outcomes across product engineering, data centers, and application security. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust security...

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing cutting-edge AI infrastructure. As a Senior Security Engineer, you'll drive security outcomes across product design, infrastructure, and application security...

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

$210K - $240K *

Lead the security of our cloud platform by designing and implementing robust security architectures. Collaborate with teams to build secure systems, automate controls, and ensure compliance, all while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $156K *

Empower secure design initiatives by leading the delivery of SSDLC processes, enhancing cybersecurity across business applications and technology projects while managing stakeholder relationships and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's innovating in software development with a focus on Rust and Linux. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects involving networking, security, and containerization while enhancing your ski...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$262K - $364K *

Innovate the future of data platforms by leading the development of scalable, autonomous solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance architecture and drive impactful projects that em...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the security and compliance of our AI platform in Azure, ensuring robust identity management, data protection, and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to safeg...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate security and compliance for our AI platform in Azure by designing robust cloud environments, implementing identity controls, and enforcing policies to protect sensitive data while ensuring ope...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions by developing automation frameworks using Ansible and Python. Engage in hardware integration and cybersecurity engineering to support mission-critical opera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $299K *

Transform security at scale as a Senior Staff Engineer, building core IAM platforms that enhance user confidence and operational excellence while collaborating with teams to integrate authentication a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $202K *

Invent innovative security solutions to enhance Identity outcomes across AWS networks. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive automation, improve detection capabilities, and ensure robust security fo...

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

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.