Product Security Engineer Jobs in Connecticut
Product Security Engineer jobs in Connecticut concentrate in the state's defense contracting, financial services, and advanced manufacturing sectors, with demand at every level from associate to principal engineer. Hartford, Stamford, and New Haven are the largest hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Cigna, and Booz Allen Hamilton, all of which maintain substantial Connecticut operations. The most in-demand specialties in Connecticut listings are embedded systems security, secure software development lifecycle engineering, and cloud-native product security. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 33+ Product Security Engineer jobs











ALL ABOUT TARGET
Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.
ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTION
Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team and brand secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest. They also build relationships inside and outside of Target, including store leaders and public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement.
At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Target Security Specialist can provide you with the skills and experience of:
Using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure
Crisis response, safety and crowd management; providing support to both guests and team members
De-escalation as well as experience with physical security controls and culture
Using Target's video surveillance system
Timely and accurately documenting cases using case management systems
As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:
Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience by delivering on the following commitments:
Greet:
10ft: be friendly – smile, make eye contact, or wave
4ft: greet the guest, smile and initiate a warm, helpful interaction
Help guests find what they need and/or resolve issues to ensure a smooth, easy shopping experience
End every guest transaction with a sincere thank you
Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude
Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience
Promote a physical security culture for our team members and guests by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
Respond to and accurately document security incidents in a timely manner.
Appropriately respond to guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests.
Leverage de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents across the store.
Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies.
Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing merchandise receipt checks while adhering to AP policies, as well as recognizing and communicating trends.
Submit appropriate documentation in the case management system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible.
All other duties based on business needs.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This may be the right job for you if:
You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with.
You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success.
You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times).
The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Target Security Specialist. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
Must be at least 18 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent
Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed
Effective communication skills
Work both independently and with a team
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:
Climb up and down ladders
Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy
Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds without additional assistance from others
Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); come to work when scheduled, work scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks
Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)
Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
Benefits Eligibility
Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A | Pegue esta URL en su navegador preferido para obtener información sobre la elegibilidad de este puesto para recibir beneficios: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_AAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
See All 33 Product Security Engineer Jobs in Connecticut
Find roles in Connecticut that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsProduct Security Engineer Jobs by City in Connecticut
Where Connecticut roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Product Security Engineer Job Market in Connecticut
A snapshot from current Connecticut openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ESPN2

- Target2

- Lockheed Martin2

- Pratt & Whitney2

- Allied Universal2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software3
- Insurance2
- Aerospace & Defense2
- Investment & Asset Management2
- Education1
What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product security engineer jobs across Connecticut.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a closely related engineering discipline
- Relevant certification such as CISSP, CSSLP, or CEH recognized by Connecticut employers
- Demonstrated experience with threat modeling and secure design reviews for commercial products
- Proficiency with static and dynamic application security testing tools and vulnerability management workflows
- Experience supporting compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, or SOC 2
- Strong communication skills for coordinating security requirements across engineering and product teams
Product Security Engineer Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a product security engineer in Connecticut?
Most Connecticut employers require a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or software engineering as the baseline. Connecticut does not issue a state-specific license for product security engineers, so credentials such as the CISSP, CSSLP, or Certified Ethical Hacker carry the most weight with hiring managers here. Building hands-on experience through security-focused roles in defense contracting or financial services firms, which are heavily concentrated in the state, accelerates the path considerably.
Which companies hire product security engineers in Connecticut?
Companies currently hiring product security engineers in Connecticut include ESPN, Target, and Lockheed Martin, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Connecticut's strong defense and insurance sectors mean many of these employers focus on embedded systems security and regulatory compliance alongside traditional application security work.
Which Connecticut cities have the most product security engineer jobs?
Hartford, Norwalk, and Stamford have the most product security engineer openings in Connecticut. Hartford leads because of its high concentration of insurance and financial services headquarters, while Stamford draws roles tied to corporate technology offices and financial firms, and New Haven benefits from its proximity to Yale University and a growing biotechnology and medtech cluster that generates consistent demand for product security talent.
Are there remote product security engineer jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, and more than most fields, since product security work is largely analytical and code-focused rather than tied to a physical site. About 43% of product security engineer openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in the technology labor market. Roles focused on code review, threat modeling, and policy development tend to be the most amenable to fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a product security engineer in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a software development or IT security analyst role at one of Connecticut's defense contractors or large insurers, where internal security teams regularly recruit from adjacent technical roles. Employers such as Raytheon Technologies and Cigna run new-graduate and rotational programs that include cybersecurity tracks. Earning the CompTIA Security+ or completing a CSSLP associate-level certification strengthens a candidate's profile considerably when applying to these structured programs.
Where can I find and apply to product security engineer jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to product security engineer jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
See All 33 Product Security Engineer Jobs in Connecticut
Find roles in Connecticut that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Jobs