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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$90K - $110K *

Champion security excellence by enhancing operational resilience and privacy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust cybersecurity measures, ensuring compliance and protecting ent...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$138K - $297K *

Join a dynamic team to design and manage security controls, enhancing protection against cyber threats across web and API services. Engage in proactive threat detection, incident response, and continu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead firewall policy initiatives, ensuring secure connectivity and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize network security and drive continuous improvem...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise firewall governance by coordinating a skilled team, optimizing policies, and ensuring secure connectivity across applications and networks while driving continu...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in autonomous construction machinery. Play a key role in shaping processes and managing critical programs that bridge engineering, commercial, and operations for...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower our cloud platform's production health by leading incident response, enhancing monitoring with AI, and executing seamless upgrades. Collaborate across teams to ensure operational excellence an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion enterprise identity architecture by leading secure, resilient identity solutions across on-premises and cloud environments. Drive modernization, governance, and Zero Trust strategies while en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Champion enterprise identity architecture by leading secure, resilient identity solutions across on-premises and cloud environments. Drive modernization, governance, and Zero Trust strategies while en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive security governance, risk, and compliance programs across cloud, SaaS, and identity management. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture, manage risks, and ensure compliance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$196K - $245K *

Lead the development and scaling of a cutting-edge big data logging platform, driving integrations and compliance while empowering teams to optimize security operations in a dynamic, collaborative env...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $173K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $318K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity within Special Access Programs. You'll lead a skilled group, ensuring compliance with NIST standards while providing expert consultation and ris...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $170K *

Drive innovation by leading DevSecOps initiatives for critical space missions, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance software delivery, security, and operational readiness across multiple enviro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $234K *

Champion software security by implementing advanced techniques, enhancing systems, and collaborating with teams to develop secure solutions while ensuring compliance with technical standards and best...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives cybersecurity innovation by implementing and managing advanced detection capabilities on the CrowdStrike Falcon platform, ensuring robust security and compliance through effect...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform autonomous systems through precise requirements management as a Senior Technical Program Manager. Lead cross-team initiatives, guide agile ceremonies, and ensure technical clarity to drive p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $231K *

Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver scalable, user-focused platform capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality execution and timely delivery while guiding architect...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $203K *

Champion the development of innovative solutions by leading engineering teams in creating scalable software for sanctions screening. Embrace both technical excellence and effective people management t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise security architecture strategies, driving Zero Trust implementations, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to deliver innovative security solutio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $220K *

Lead enterprise-wide security architecture strategy, driving Zero Trust implementation and AI/ML security initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to influence technology decisions and mentor teams...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with partners to identify solutions, educate stakeholders, and drive impactful engagements that enhance organizational safety and operational integri...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $118K *

Champion cross-functional delivery in a dynamic IT environment, leading application and cloud security initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to align security outcomes with business priorities an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $219K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by leading complex OT projects, designing solutions, and creating standards for global teams. Collaborate with regional engineers to enhance delivery speed and consisten...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $219K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity in the energy sector. You'll lead complex projects, develop standards, and automate processes to enhance efficiency and security across global Grid Automati...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Lead a high-performing team to modernize and enhance AI capabilities in legal research. Drive technical strategy, oversee backend systems, and deliver innovative solutions while navigating ambiguity i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.