Information Security Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Information Security Engineer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Mettawa, and Northbrook and other Illinois metros, with employers like Astellas, Beyond Finance, and Constellation Brands hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6+
Top employerAstellas
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring3
Work type67% Hybrid
Top industryBiotechnology

Showing 5 of 6+ Information Security Engineer jobs

SentiLink
Principal Information Security Engineer
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SentiLink
Added 3w ago
Principal Information Security Engineer
SentiLink
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$220k - $280k/yr
Hybrid
None

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Sidley Austin
Information Security Lead
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Sidley Austin
Added 2w ago
Information Security Lead
Sidley Austin
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
$140k - $180k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Nimble Therapeutics Inc.
Principal Cybersecurity Advisor - Information Security Strategy & Analytics
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Nimble Therapeutics Inc.
Added 3w ago
Principal Cybersecurity Advisor - Information Security Strategy & Analytics
Nimble Therapeutics Inc.
Mettawa, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Business Strategy
Security Engineering
Hybrid
Associate's

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Astellas
Information Security Architecture Lead
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Astellas
Added 1mo ago
Information Security Architecture Lead
Astellas
Northbrook, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$162k - $244k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Beyond Finance
Information Security Manager
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Beyond Finance
Added 2mo ago
Information Security Manager
Beyond Finance
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
Compliance & Risk
$145k - $170k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Information Security Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
4 jobs
Mettawa
1 jobs
Northbrook
1 jobs

Information Security Engineer Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Astellas
    Astellas1
  • Beyond Finance
    Beyond Finance1
  • Constellation Brands
    Constellation Brands1
  • Nimble Therapeutics
    Nimble Therapeutics1
  • SentiLink
    SentiLink1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
  • Consulting & Professional Services1
  • Food & Beverage1
  • Law & Legal Services1
  • Science & Research1

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in information security engineer jobs across Illinois.

  • 3-5 years of experience in information security, network security, or a related discipline
  • Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
  • Hands-on experience with vulnerability management tools like Tenable Nessus or Qualys
  • Relevant certification such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent
  • Working knowledge of NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 compliance frameworks
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field

Information Security Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many information security engineer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 6+ information security engineer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Mettawa, and Northbrook. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do information security engineers make in Illinois?

Information security engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $124,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,760 for the lowest 10% to over $172,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most information security engineer jobs?

Chicago, Mettawa, and Northbrook have the most information security engineer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire information security engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring information security engineers in Illinois include Astellas, Beyond Finance, and Constellation Brands, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote information security engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 67% of information security engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for information security engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to information security engineer jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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