Infrastructure Security Engineer Jobs in California
Infrastructure Security Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise technology, defense contracting, financial services, and cloud infrastructure across a seniority range from early-career analysts through principal engineers. The largest hiring metros are the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, with established employers like Google, Northrop Grumman, and Wells Fargo consistently filling these roles. The most in-demand specialties are zero-trust architecture, cloud security hardening, and network segmentation for hybrid environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
- 3 years of experience with developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage or hardware architecture.
- 3 years of experience with one or more of the following: ML infrastructure, Anti-Abuse, Fraud Detection, or C++.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 2 years of experience in responding to security issues in goal-rich environments, analyzing security threats, front-line analysis and response.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.US: $174000 - $252000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Write and test product or system development code.
- Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).
- Contribute to existing documentation or educational content and adapt content based on product/program updates and user feedback.
- Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on hardware, network, or service operations and quality.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
- 3 years of experience with developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage or hardware architecture.
- 3 years of experience with one or more of the following: ML infrastructure, Anti-Abuse, Fraud Detection, or C++.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 2 years of experience in responding to security issues in goal-rich environments, analyzing security threats, front-line analysis and response.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.US: $174000 - $252000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Write and test product or system development code.
- Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).
- Contribute to existing documentation or educational content and adapt content based on product/program updates and user feedback.
- Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on hardware, network, or service operations and quality.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in infrastructure security engineer jobs across California.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ required or strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM platforms
- Demonstrated knowledge of zero-trust architecture and network segmentation principles
- Proficiency with cloud security controls across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments
- Experience conducting vulnerability assessments and translating findings into remediation plans
- Strong understanding of NIST, CIS Controls, or other recognized security frameworks
Infrastructure Security Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an infrastructure security engineer in California?
Most California employers require a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field, combined with hands-on security experience or a recognized certification such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+. California does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but many positions at defense contractors require a federal security clearance obtained through the employer. Building experience in network administration or systems engineering and earning industry certifications are the most reliable paths into the role here.
How much do infrastructure security engineers make in California?
Infrastructure security engineers in California earn a median of about $134,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,340 for the lowest 10% to over $222,690 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire infrastructure security engineers in California?
Employers hiring infrastructure security engineers in California right now include Google, OpenAI, and Higgsfield, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of large tech headquarters, aerospace primes, and major financial institutions makes it one of the deepest markets for this role in the country.
Which California cities have the most infrastructure security engineer jobs?
San Francisco, Sunnyvale, and Tustin lead California for infrastructure security engineer openings. The Bay Area's density of enterprise technology companies and cloud providers drives the highest concentration, while Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment technology and aerospace, and San Diego's volume reflects the large defense contractor and military presence anchored there.
Are there remote infrastructure security engineer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most technical fields. About 64% of infrastructure security engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves managing cloud environments and policy frameworks that don't require a physical presence. Roles involving on-site data centers, classified government systems, or physical network infrastructure remain predominantly in-office.
How can I get hired as an infrastructure security engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a network administrator or systems administrator role, both of which are common stepping-stone titles at California technology companies and large enterprises. Large California employers such as Cisco, Kaiser Permanente, and the University of California system regularly hire for associate or junior security analyst positions that accept candidates without direct security experience. Earning CompTIA Security+ or completing a hands-on lab portfolio demonstrating firewall configuration and log analysis gives candidates a concrete edge in California screening processes.
Where can I find and apply to infrastructure security engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to infrastructure security engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings for this role. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to each one.
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