Security Engineer Jobs in Florida
Security Engineer jobs in Florida are open across Miami, Tampa, and Saint Petersburg and other Florida metros, with employers like Keiser University, Humana, and Jabil hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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SUMMARY
The City of Gainesville is seeking a skilled Security Engineer to join our Technology department. This role is vital to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of city systems and data. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in core IT security practices and demonstrate familiarity with Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance standards. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building new technology solutions from the ground up, enjoys continuous learning, and is passionate about automating operational tasks and scripting to maximize efficiency. We’re looking for a creative problem-solver who can take initiative, work independently, and help modernize our security posture across a mid-sized environment. The successful candidate will have a track record of providing security solutions that enable business outcomes while ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems rather than focusing on implementing restrictive controls that hinder operations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Design, implement, and manage security solutions to protect city infrastructure, networks, and data.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats across systems and applications.
- Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration tests to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Maintain and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with CJIS and other regulatory frameworks.
- Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system architecture, software development, and operational workflows.
- Manage endpoint protection, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), SIEM/SOAR platforms, IAM, CASB, MFA, SSO, and more.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on cybersecurity best practices and awareness.
- Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and compliance requirements relevant to municipal IT environments and incorporate threat feeds into operational security tooling.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in cyber security, computer science, management information systems, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience with CJIS Security Policy implementation and compliance preferred. Experience working in a government or public sector IT environment preferred. Three (3) years of experience in cyber security engineering, preferably with a mid-sized organization.
DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
SUMMARY
The City of Gainesville is seeking a skilled Security Engineer to join our Technology department. This role is vital to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of city systems and data. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in core IT security practices and demonstrate familiarity with Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance standards. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building new technology solutions from the ground up, enjoys continuous learning, and is passionate about automating operational tasks and scripting to maximize efficiency. We’re looking for a creative problem-solver who can take initiative, work independently, and help modernize our security posture across a mid-sized environment. The successful candidate will have a track record of providing security solutions that enable business outcomes while ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems rather than focusing on implementing restrictive controls that hinder operations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Design, implement, and manage security solutions to protect city infrastructure, networks, and data.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats across systems and applications.
- Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration tests to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Maintain and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with CJIS and other regulatory frameworks.
- Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system architecture, software development, and operational workflows.
- Manage endpoint protection, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), SIEM/SOAR platforms, IAM, CASB, MFA, SSO, and more.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on cybersecurity best practices and awareness.
- Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and compliance requirements relevant to municipal IT environments and incorporate threat feeds into operational security tooling.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in cyber security, computer science, management information systems, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience with CJIS Security Policy implementation and compliance preferred. Experience working in a government or public sector IT environment preferred. Three (3) years of experience in cyber security engineering, preferably with a mid-sized organization.
DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
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Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Security Engineer Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Keiser University10
- Humana6
- Jabil4
- Blackstone3
- DXC Technology3
Top Industries Hiring
- Education13
- Technology & Software12
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Banking & Financial Services7
- Electronics & Hardware5
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security engineer jobs across Florida.
- Three or more years of experience in information security or a related engineering role
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or CrowdStrike
- Hands-on experience securing cloud environments in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Familiarity with security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field
- Industry certification such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or OSCP
Security Engineer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How many security engineer jobs are there in Florida?
There are 79+ security engineer openings in Florida on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Miami, Tampa, and Saint Petersburg. New positions post regularly as employers across Florida hire.
How much do security engineers make in Florida?
Security engineers in Florida earn a median of about $105,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,960 for the lowest 10% to over $173,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Florida cities have the most security engineer jobs?
Miami, Tampa, and Saint Petersburg have the most security engineer openings in Florida right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire security engineers in Florida?
Employers hiring security engineers in Florida include Keiser University, Humana, and Jabil, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote security engineer jobs in Florida?
Yes. About 32% of security engineer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Florida metros.
How do I apply for security engineer jobs in Florida?
You can apply to security engineer jobs in Florida directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Florida location, then apply to each one that fits.
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