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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$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of identity management by engineering robust IAM solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, streamline access, and automate workflows, ensuring a secure and efficient id...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in IAM engineering, designing and implementing enterprise-wide identity solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance security and streamline access management in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing enterprise-wide IAM solutions, integrating diverse identity environments, and driving automation for secure access and governance across platforms while m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence by managing and enhancing production infrastructure. Collaborate with engineering and business teams to automate processes, ensure service reliability, and implement impro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $145K *

Pioneer the infrastructure for high-performance AI systems, ensuring reliability and security. Design and operate global networks for distributed computing and real-time analytics, driving automation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $125K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity by designing and deploying identity governance solutions. Collaborate across the organization to implement scalable identity management processes and ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing and advancing enterprise security architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements while collaborating across teams to enhance cyberse...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive advanced cybersecurity solutions for high-assurance environments, ensuring compliance and security for sensitive information. Lead technical initiatives, mentor junior staff, and collaborate wit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive advanced cybersecurity solutions for high-assurance environments, ensuring compliance and security for sensitive information. Collaborate with teams to define requirements, evaluate technologies...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate security standards by leading cybersecurity and physical access programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, implement controls, and ensure compliance while driving incid...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $198K *

Engineer secure, scalable ICAM applications for national security missions. Collaborate with experts to design and deploy solutions using modern cloud-native technologies and DevSecOps practices, enha...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $270K *

Lead critical systems engineering efforts, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of data pipelines. Monitor system health, investigate incidents, and provide effective communication and reporti...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity measures by managing security tools, responding to incidents, and driving security projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust protection against threa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $164K *

Champion innovative cloud-native solutions as a software solutions architect, leading reliability and performance initiatives for a critical FAA program. Drive SRE practices, enhance system availabili...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $136K *

Champion the design and implementation of enterprise endpoint security solutions, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats while leading a team to drive operational excellence and strategic in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Champion IT and Security projects by managing end-to-end delivery, coordinating stakeholders, and implementing technical solutions. Leverage project management and communication skills to drive multip...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Transform security systems by providing hands-on maintenance, integration, and support for electronic security solutions across multiple regions. Engage in troubleshooting, validation, and technical g...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and execute advanced physical security projects, leveraging your expertise in systems integration and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing personnel, physical, and information security protocols. Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure compliance and maintain a secure envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize cybersecurity measures by implementing RMF processes and ensuring the integrity of systems and networks. Lead audits, provide guidance to teams, and manage compliance for Navy vessels and tes...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower the future of AI security by leading strategic initiatives to protect data and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and enhance secure systems while ma...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by enhancing our security posture across diverse environments. Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to assess risks, implement scalable solutions, and ensure robust protection of...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing CyberArk Vault and PAM integrations, ensuring secure privileged access across hybrid environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity governance and automate workf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$218K - $387K *

Join us to drive innovative detection strategies and automation solutions that enhance insider threat identification and mitigate risks, collaborating cross-functionally to protect our users and organ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$87K - $157K *

Join us in enhancing cybersecurity by implementing Microsoft security technologies within a Zero Trust framework. Collaborate with experts to strengthen defense mechanisms and improve threat detection...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.