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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$125K - $150K *

Innovate secure AI solutions by leading the design and implementation of enterprise-grade security controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and protect sensitive data whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $237K *

Transform your career by leading and developing a Technical Program Management team, driving impactful infrastructure initiatives while collaborating with senior leaders in a dynamic, cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $157K *

Join our team to shape the DevSecOps strategy and enhance application security across agile practices, collaborating with engineering teams to integrate security tools and improve processes for secure...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $196K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by leading a skilled team to manage and mitigate risks across multiple technology domains, ensuring the safety and integrity of systems while adapting to evolving threat...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$148K - $196K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading a dynamic team to manage and enhance MTA's cybersecurity program, focusing on AI security engineering and risk management across diverse technology domains...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$131K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team to develop security features for enterprise-scale data protection. Collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance platform security, tackle complex challenges, and drive impactf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by leading a dynamic group of engineers and Technical Leads. Drive workforce strategy, enhance team capabilities, and ensure sustainable deliver...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by integrating advanced AI solutions. Lead a specialized engineering team to develop and deploy AI capabilities that enhance operational effectiveness acros...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful initiatives by leading complex workstreams that enhance performance, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. Collaborate across teams to influence outcomes and implement strategic improvemen...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful workstreams while driving performance improvements and cost reductions. Collaborate across teams to influence outcomes and enhance operational efficiency in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $220K *

Lead the charge in securing and optimizing AWS infrastructure, driving FedRAMP compliance, and integrating security into engineering workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure security is a default...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform customer access and consent capabilities by leading product development, collaborating across teams, and ensuring secure, user-friendly experiences for AI-driven interactions. Drive measurab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Elevate customer experiences by leading product development for access, consent, and authorization capabilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure secure, user-friendly interactions across AI p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee multiple electronic security projects, leading a team of technicians and subcontractors to ensure successful installations and client satisfaction while maintaining robust communica...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $197K *

Drive customer success by providing end-to-end support and consultancy across multiple product suites. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and implement innovative solutions for clients...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Unlock potential by providing end-to-end support and consultancy across multiple product suites, ensuring customer success through effective integration and proactive service enhancements in a dynamic...

Ottawa, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $194K *

Innovate secure software solutions in a dynamic environment, tackling challenges in cryptography and distributed systems. Collaborate with experts to enhance AWS services and deliver customer-centric...

6 days ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in security engineering program management, driving risk and vulnerability initiatives. Oversee a team to transform data into actionable programs, ensuring robust security measures and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team to design and operate secure, scalable platforms. Balance hands-on coding with leadership, ensuring delivery excellence and fostering a culture of continuou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Electronic Security projects, ensuring quality through all phases from planning to execution for our Global Clients team. Coordinate resources, risks, and stakehold...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $155K *

Optimize cloud security through collaboration, delivering robust solutions and monitoring secure architectures. Engage with stakeholders to enhance usability and seamlessly integrate security into dep...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $270K *

Unlock potential by guiding application security strategies across diverse product landscapes. In this senior technical role, you'll influence architecture, mentor teams, and enhance security processe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Oversee complex technical initiatives and guide teams to align with business objectives while enhancing communication and governance across engineering efforts and maintaining budgetary oversight...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $200K *

Unlock potential by providing engineering support to the U.S. Navy's Foreign Military Sales Directorate, ensuring compliance and integration of systems while managing schedules and technical documenta...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of technical delivery by leading complex programs, bridging engineering, operations, and business teams to ensure successful outcomes and strategic alignment in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.