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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$187K - $317K *

Lead the charge in transforming technology operations for global scalability and efficiency. Direct key strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and ensure operational excellence across cloud and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of identity security by leading product management for our core identity graph and correlation services, ensuring seamless integration and access control across platforms while...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $164K *

Drive innovation in technical security by installing and maintaining access control and video surveillance systems. Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to ensure system reliability and performan...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $201K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-organizational programs in data technology, driving strategy and delivery for foundational datasets and analytics. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure alignment...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading strategic initiatives and managing complex programs across IT, OT, and IoT. Drive collaboration with diverse stakeholders to enhance security postures and...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Lead the architecture of certificate lifecycle management capabilities that enhance security across complex environments, collaborating with product and engineering teams to build scalable systems tha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading IT security initiatives, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding sensitive information. Oversee security teams, develop strategies, and enhance cybersecurity measures to p...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $112K *

Shape a safer future by leading security and safety operations, ensuring the protection of museum artifacts and visitors through effective policy implementation and proactive emergency response manage...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$237K - $296K *

Champion innovative fintech solutions by leading our Engineering team. Drive product development for a robust ledger while fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes ownership and accountab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Champion the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure by designing and implementing robust OT security measures. Collaborate with engineering teams to build a comprehensive security program from the...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of AI security by architecting robust defenses for critical OT systems. Lead the charge in designing and implementing a comprehensive security program that safeguards vital infrastr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine enterprise security by harnessing AI technology. Collaborate with teams to architect cutting-edge security solutions, drive onboarding processes, and analyze threat data, ensuring client suc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate by leveraging your technical expertise to drive AI security solutions, effectively collaborating with enterprise teams. Support clients in seamless API integration while delivering compelling...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Champion the security of information assets by implementing and enhancing security controls, processes, and technologies. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by safeguarding information assets and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices, enhance security technologies, and mitig...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Engineer next-gen AppSec solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance detection capabilities and drive innovation in vulnerability research and autonomous pen-testing...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $178K *

Advance your career by architecting identity governance solutions, managing user privileges, and integrating security technologies to enhance organizational identity management and compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance information security programs, ensuring compliance and risk management across diverse industries. Collaborate with executives to develop strategies that protect...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the reliability of naval IT networks through the design, deployment, and maintenance of advanced perimeter security systems, while collaborating with teams to enhance oper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower the security landscape by designing and maintaining robust perimeter systems, ensuring 24/7 reliability for naval IT networks while collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead and inspire a technical team focused on product direction and operational excellence. Shape the roadmap by identifying high-impact opportunities while translating business needs into actionable e...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Empower a talented engineering team by overseeing operations, mentoring staff, and aligning product vision with business needs. Drive high-impact initiatives in a fast-paced environment while promotin...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$190K - $310K *

Drive security innovation by shaping platform architecture and enhancing defenses against evolving threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to instill secure practices while ensuring our custo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading program delivery and innovation. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success, drive platform evolution, and enhance long-term value for clients in a dynam...

4 days 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.