Security Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Security Engineering Manager opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to protect systems, products, and sensitive data. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, helping you find opportunities that match your leadership experience and security expertise.

What Security Engineering Managers Do

Security Engineering Managers lead teams that design, build, and operate technical security controls. They set engineering priorities, guide secure architecture and development practices, and work with product, infrastructure, and risk teams to reduce vulnerabilities. Depending on the organization, their scope may include cloud security, application security, identity and access management, security operations, or infrastructure protection.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a background in security engineering or a related technical discipline, experience managing or mentoring engineers, and the ability to translate security risks into practical engineering plans. Useful strengths include cloud and application security, threat modeling, incident response, security architecture, automation, and familiarity with regulatory requirements. Clear communication and cross-functional leadership are essential.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Security Engineering Managers work across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and other industries where secure systems are critical. Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so you can explore senior opportunities that align with your goals.

Find Your Next Security Engineering Manager Role

Browse Security Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders to compare opportunities, discover employers looking for security leaders, and take the next step in your career. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of advanced network security solutions across a large enterprise environment, enhancing security posture and resilience while guiding a team o...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to integrating security into software and hardware development. You'll automate security processes, collaborate with engineers, and enhance system integrity while ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of digital commerce as a leader in SAP solutions, overseeing design, development, and delivery in a dynamic environment while driving engineering excellence and fostering a high-perfo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$184K - $227K *

Lead the charge in embedding security across the software lifecycle, managing a team to enhance DevSecOps and application security practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $227K *

Transform security practices by leading a dynamic DevSecOps team, embedding security across the software lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance application security in div...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $227K *

Drive the future of security by leading a dynamic team in embedding security across the software lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application security practices and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $236K *

Drive the evolution of embedded security by leading a data science and engineering team. Shape strategies, enhance measurement accuracy, and ensure effective risk management through trusted data and i...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in automotive connectivity while leading strategic programs for major OEMs. Your expertise will ensure timely project delivery, enhance customer relations, and fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $230K *

Lead the engineering of security data pipelines, ensuring data reliability and quality for effective threat detection. Collaborate with teams to enhance data trustworthiness and support security opera...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $313K *

Champion security excellence by designing and implementing robust security frameworks, enhancing cloud infrastructure, and mentoring teams to ensure secure development practices across diverse enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$209K - $313K *

Elevate security standards by designing and implementing robust controls for cloud infrastructure, enhancing production security, and mentoring junior engineers to foster a culture of operational exce...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$204K - $255K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative security product designs, guiding a diverse team of designers to create user-centric solutions that enhance threat detection and response, while collaborating clo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$316K - $414K *

Analyze and counter threats targeting our platform, users, and business. Lead investigations, translate tactics into defenses, and influence teams to enhance security measures as the platform evolves...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$316K - $414K *

Lead threat intelligence initiatives to identify and counter adversaries targeting the platform. Analyze data to inform security strategies and enhance defenses, shaping risk prioritization across tea...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$316K - $414K *

Unlock potential by leading threat intelligence efforts to counter adversaries targeting our platform. Analyze data, recommend defenses, and influence teams to enhance security, trust, and safety as t...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$316K - $414K *

Lead the charge in threat intelligence, analyzing adversaries targeting our platform. Shape security strategies by translating insights into actionable defenses, ensuring robust protection against eme...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$183K - $217K *

Join a team that's transforming cybersecurity by leading SOC modernization initiatives, focusing on Microsoft Security solutions. Drive client engagement, enhance security operations, and collaborate...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$168K - $200K *

Engage with clients to transform their Security Operations Center, leveraging Microsoft Security solutions. Lead discussions on SOC modernization, enhance security operations, and collaborate with tea...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$176K - $200K *

Unlock potential by partnering with product teams to embed security in software development. Drive secure practices, conduct reviews, and enhance security frameworks while addressing emerging threats...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by owning and enhancing our vulnerability management program. Drive automation, coordinate risk remediation, and ensure cloud security while collaborating across teams to protect...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $150K *

Champion secure application development by partnering with teams to embed security practices, conduct threat modeling, and implement secure design principles across the software development lifecycle...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $150K *

Shape the future of secure application development by partnering with product and engineering teams. Drive the adoption of secure coding practices and risk reduction strategies while enabling resilien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $194K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and implementing robust solutions while collaborating across teams to ensure client satisfaction and security compli...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $194K *

Drive security innovation by leading assessments, architecture design, and implementation of cybersecurity solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards across complex environments while mana...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $118K *

Contribute to our security operations by monitoring, triaging, and responding to incidents. Collaborate with teams to enhance threat detection and vulnerability management, ensuring a secure environme...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Security Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Security Engineering Manager leads engineers responsible for designing and implementing technical safeguards. The role often includes setting security priorities, improving secure development practices, managing risk, and collaborating across engineering and business teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Security Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial security or software engineering experience, a record of technical leadership, and expertise in areas such as cloud security, application security, threat modeling, or security architecture. Requirements vary by company and team.

  • What skills are important for a Security Engineering Manager?question toggle

    Important skills include security engineering expertise, people management, prioritization, incident and risk management, and the ability to communicate technical issues clearly. Experience aligning security work with product and infrastructure needs is also valuable.

  • What industries hire Security Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Technology companies, financial services, healthcare, retail, and many other industries hire Security Engineering Managers to protect applications, infrastructure, customer information, and business systems.

  • Are Security Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation and eligibility can vary by listing, so check each job description for its specific salary information.