Remote Infrastructure Security Engineer Jobs

Remote infrastructure security engineer jobs are actively hiring across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed teams in technology, financial services, and healthcare leading demand. Employers hiring remotely right now include OpenAI, Included Health, and AFL. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles66
Top employerOpenAI
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialBachelor's
Companies hiring26

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AestheticsPro Online Medical Spa Software
Infrastructure and Security Engineer
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AestheticsPro Online Medical Spa Software
Added 3d ago
Infrastructure and Security Engineer
AestheticsPro Online Medical Spa Software
Olympia, Washington
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
$80k - $110k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Humana
Infrastructure / Network Security Engineer
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Humana
Added 1w ago
Infrastructure / Network Security Engineer
Humana
Louisville, Kentucky
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$89k - $121k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's
10,000+

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Dropbox
Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer
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Dropbox
Added 2w ago
Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer
Dropbox
Remote
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$190k - $290k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Information Technology Senior Management Forum
Sr Information Security Manager- Security Operations Infrastructure (remote)
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Information Technology Senior Management Forum
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Sr Information Security Manager- Security Operations Infrastructure (remote)
Information Technology Senior Management Forum
Kansas City, Missouri
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
Compliance & Risk
$150k - $170k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
51-200

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GitLab
Staff Infrastructure Security Engineer
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GitLab
Added 2w ago
Staff Infrastructure Security Engineer
GitLab
Remote
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
None

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Remote Infrastructure Security Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • OpenAI
    OpenAI2
  • Included Health
    Included Health2
  • AFL
    AFL1
  • Ahead
    Ahead1
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software11
  • Banking & Financial Services5
  • Healthcare & Medical Services3
  • Insurance2
  • Artificial Intelligence2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote infrastructure security engineer jobs.

  • Experience securing cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments
  • Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
  • Hands-on knowledge of network security including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems
  • Active security certification such as CISSP, CCNP Security, or CompTIA Security+
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or FedRAMP
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related technical field

Tips for Your Remote Infrastructure Security Engineer Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote infrastructure security engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your stack and apply directly without sifting through mixed listings. Early applications get more attention before a role fills.

Document your async security work clearly

Remote infrastructure security teams depend on written runbooks, incident postmortems, and policy documentation. Show examples of security documentation you've authored, whether from a job, a lab environment, or an open-source contribution, to prove you can operate without constant in-person collaboration.

Show cloud and zero-trust experience prominently

Remote infrastructure security roles concentrate heavily in cloud environments. Highlight specific platforms you've hardened, identity and access management work you've done, and any zero-trust architecture implementations, since these are the skills remote hiring managers screen for first.

Prepare for remote-specific technical interview formats

Remote employers often assess infrastructure security engineers through live troubleshooting sessions shared over screen share or written take-home threat-modeling exercises. Practice walking through incident response scenarios verbally and clearly while narrating your reasoning, since communication under pressure is part of what they're evaluating.

Target remote-first companies with distributed security teams

Companies built around remote-first operations already have the tooling, processes, and management culture to support a remote infrastructure security engineer from day one. Prioritize employers with distributed teams and established async workflows over hybrid organizations that are still adapting to remote work.

Remote Infrastructure Security Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote infrastructure security engineer job?

Remote infrastructure security engineer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate both technical depth and the ability to work autonomously without on-site oversight. Remote employers screen heavily for hands-on skills with cloud security platforms, endpoint protection, SIEM tools, and zero-trust architecture. Strong written communication matters too, since remote teams rely on async documentation and incident reporting. Certifications like CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or cloud-provider security credentials give your application a concrete edge.

Which companies hire remote infrastructure security engineers?

Companies hiring remote infrastructure security engineers right now include OpenAI, Included Health, and AFL, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed financial services companies, and cloud-native healthcare organizations are among the most active employers for this role.

Can you get a remote infrastructure security engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level infrastructure security engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Candidates who build a home lab, earn an entry-level security certification, and contribute to open-source security projects can demonstrate readiness in place of a formal work history. Smaller remote-first companies and managed security service providers are more likely to consider career-changers with strong self-taught fundamentals.

Do you need a degree for remote infrastructure security engineer jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers prioritize verifiable technical skills, industry certifications, and demonstrated project experience over a four-year degree, particularly for infrastructure and security-focused roles where hands-on ability is easy to assess. A portfolio showing firewall configuration, cloud hardening, or incident response work carries real weight, and certifications from recognized bodies can substitute for a formal credential in a significant share of remote job postings.

Which industries hire the most remote infrastructure security engineers?

The sectors hiring the most remote infrastructure security engineers are Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These industries rely on distributed teams managing sensitive data and regulated infrastructure, which makes remote security engineering a practical and preferred staffing model.

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