Security Engineer Jobs in New York
Security Engineer jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, cybersecurity consulting, healthcare IT, and critical infrastructure across experience levels from entry-level analyst hybrids through principal engineers. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, with meaningful volume in Albany and Buffalo as well, where employers like JPMorgan Chase, IBM, and Deloitte maintain large security operations. The most sought-after specialties in the New York market are cloud security, penetration testing, and threat detection engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who We Are
Addepar is a global data and AI platform empowering investment professionals to turn complex financial information into actionable intelligence. Addepar unifies portfolio, market and client data in a total portfolio view and delivers AI-powered insights within investment and client workflows. More than 1,400 firms in nearly 60 countries use Addepar to manage and advise on nearly $9 trillion in assets. Its open platform integrates with nearly 650 software, data and consulting partners to power end-to-end investment operations across firms of all sizes and complexity. Addepar supports clients worldwide with offices in New York City, Salt Lake City, London, Edinburgh, Pune, Dubai, Geneva, Singapore and São Paulo.
The Role
We are seeking a well rounded Staff AI Security Engineer to join our growing Information Security & Risk team. In this role, you will be a member of our newly formed Security Solutions team. This team is at the forefront of driving organization-wide security enhancements through high-impact, project-driven initiatives with a heavy focus on AI.
If you are looking for an opportunity to build from the ground up, influence security architecture, and meaningfully elevate Addepar's overall security posture, this is the role for you.
Addepar takes a market-based approach to pay. A successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on the role, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base salary for roles in Colorado, California, and New York. The current range for this role is $199,000 - $249,000 (base salary) + bonus + equity + benefits.
Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additionally, these ranges reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without requiring current or future visa sponsorship (for example, employment-based visas such as H-1B, F-1/OPT, or similar), and must be authorized to begin work in the U.S. on their first day of employment.
What You'll Do
Focus on AI Security in the following areas:
- Innovation & Strategy - Keep up with the latest trends, models and innovations in all facets of AI Security and advise on proper architectures
- Platform AI Security - Working with our Engineering and Application Security teams to ensure our products are leveraging AI in a secure manner across our platform.
- AI Enablement -Partnering with our Architecture team to continue to evolve Addepar's Internal AI Productivity initiatives by securely enabling our business to leverage AI to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
AI Security Defense in Depth - Focusing on how to protect Addepar against AI based attacks and threats such as Supply Chain compromises by doing the following:
- AI Guardrails - Advising or implementing guardrails and controls to minimize data loss risks and use of insecure or unapproved methods of AI use.
- AI for Security - Guiding and Mentoring fellow Security teams on how to leverage AI for security benefits.
- AI Governance - Ensure documentation and guidance for all employees is kept up to date and assist with any questions or concerns that arise.
While the focus is on AI Security, as part of the Security Solutions team; you will have the opportunity to:
- Drive Security Initiatives: Lead and execute complex, project-driven security enhancements across the organization's infrastructure, applications, and corporate environment.
- Security Architecture & Design: Collaborate with engineering and product teams to architect, build, and deploy scalable, resilient security solutions.
- Enablement & Automation: Build tools, guardrails, and automated workflows that empower development teams to ship secure code quickly and safely.
- Risk Mitigation: Identify gaps in the current security posture, design remediation plans, and systematically execute them to maturity.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a trusted security advisor across engineering, product, and R&D teams, fostering a strong culture of security enablement rather than restriction.
- Mentorship: Mentor junior and mid-level engineers within the Information Security & Risk team, helping to elevate collective technical capabilities.
Who You Are
- Experience: 9+ years of dedicated experience in security engineering, application security, infrastructure security, data security or cloud security roles.
- Project Leadership: Proven track record of taking vague security problems, turning them into structured project plans, and executing them to completion.
- Attention to details and analytical skills.
- Curious, always learning and deeply interested in Information Security.
- Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external partners.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Desired Technical Skills
- Deep expertise in all aspects of AI including AWS Services, LLM's, MCP, Agentic Agents, Frameworks, Governance & Regulations, Attacks, Guardrails and solid understanding of costs.
- A Software Engineering background is a strong plus.
- Amazon Web Services across its most widely used services, especially Security services.
- Strong experience and understanding with Authentication & Authorization protocols. and how non-human identities can be secured appropriately.
Nice to Have
- AI based certification such as AAISM, AAIA or CAISP.
- Knowledge and Experience with AI based frameworks such as NIST AI Framework or EU Artificial Intelligence Act
- Knowledge and Experience with MITRE ATLAS or OWASSP Top 10 for LLM's.
- Bachelors or Masters Degree with a focus in Information Systems/Computer Science/Security
Our Values
- Act Like an Owner - Think and operate with intention, purpose and care. Own outcomes.
- Build Together - Collaborate to unlock the best solutions. Deliver lasting value.
- Champion Our Clients - Exceed client expectations. Our clients' success is our success.
- Drive Innovation - Be bold and unconstrained in problem solving. Transform the industry.
- Embrace Learning - Engage our community to broaden our perspective. Bring a growth mindset.
In addition to our core values, Addepar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to bring together diverse ideas, experiences, skill sets, perspectives, backgrounds and identities to drive innovative solutions. We commit to promoting a welcoming environment where inclusion and belonging are held as a shared responsibility.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
PHISHING SCAM WARNING: Addepar is among several companies recently made aware of a phishing scam involving con artists posing as hiring managers recruiting via email, text and social media. The imposters are creating misleading email accounts, conducting remote "interviews," and making fake job offers in order to collect personal and financial information from unsuspecting individuals. Please be aware that no job offers will be made from Addepar without a formal interview process. Additionally, Addepar will not ask you to purchase equipment or supplies as part of your onboarding process. If you have any questions, please reach out to ta-operations@addepar.com.
Who We Are
Addepar is a global data and AI platform empowering investment professionals to turn complex financial information into actionable intelligence. Addepar unifies portfolio, market and client data in a total portfolio view and delivers AI-powered insights within investment and client workflows. More than 1,400 firms in nearly 60 countries use Addepar to manage and advise on nearly $9 trillion in assets. Its open platform integrates with nearly 650 software, data and consulting partners to power end-to-end investment operations across firms of all sizes and complexity. Addepar supports clients worldwide with offices in New York City, Salt Lake City, London, Edinburgh, Pune, Dubai, Geneva, Singapore and São Paulo.
The Role
We are seeking a well rounded Staff AI Security Engineer to join our growing Information Security & Risk team. In this role, you will be a member of our newly formed Security Solutions team. This team is at the forefront of driving organization-wide security enhancements through high-impact, project-driven initiatives with a heavy focus on AI.
If you are looking for an opportunity to build from the ground up, influence security architecture, and meaningfully elevate Addepar's overall security posture, this is the role for you.
Addepar takes a market-based approach to pay. A successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on the role, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base salary for roles in Colorado, California, and New York. The current range for this role is $199,000 - $249,000 (base salary) + bonus + equity + benefits.
Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additionally, these ranges reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without requiring current or future visa sponsorship (for example, employment-based visas such as H-1B, F-1/OPT, or similar), and must be authorized to begin work in the U.S. on their first day of employment.
What You'll Do
Focus on AI Security in the following areas:
- Innovation & Strategy - Keep up with the latest trends, models and innovations in all facets of AI Security and advise on proper architectures
- Platform AI Security - Working with our Engineering and Application Security teams to ensure our products are leveraging AI in a secure manner across our platform.
- AI Enablement -Partnering with our Architecture team to continue to evolve Addepar's Internal AI Productivity initiatives by securely enabling our business to leverage AI to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
AI Security Defense in Depth - Focusing on how to protect Addepar against AI based attacks and threats such as Supply Chain compromises by doing the following:
- AI Guardrails - Advising or implementing guardrails and controls to minimize data loss risks and use of insecure or unapproved methods of AI use.
- AI for Security - Guiding and Mentoring fellow Security teams on how to leverage AI for security benefits.
- AI Governance - Ensure documentation and guidance for all employees is kept up to date and assist with any questions or concerns that arise.
While the focus is on AI Security, as part of the Security Solutions team; you will have the opportunity to:
- Drive Security Initiatives: Lead and execute complex, project-driven security enhancements across the organization's infrastructure, applications, and corporate environment.
- Security Architecture & Design: Collaborate with engineering and product teams to architect, build, and deploy scalable, resilient security solutions.
- Enablement & Automation: Build tools, guardrails, and automated workflows that empower development teams to ship secure code quickly and safely.
- Risk Mitigation: Identify gaps in the current security posture, design remediation plans, and systematically execute them to maturity.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a trusted security advisor across engineering, product, and R&D teams, fostering a strong culture of security enablement rather than restriction.
- Mentorship: Mentor junior and mid-level engineers within the Information Security & Risk team, helping to elevate collective technical capabilities.
Who You Are
- Experience: 9+ years of dedicated experience in security engineering, application security, infrastructure security, data security or cloud security roles.
- Project Leadership: Proven track record of taking vague security problems, turning them into structured project plans, and executing them to completion.
- Attention to details and analytical skills.
- Curious, always learning and deeply interested in Information Security.
- Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external partners.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Desired Technical Skills
- Deep expertise in all aspects of AI including AWS Services, LLM's, MCP, Agentic Agents, Frameworks, Governance & Regulations, Attacks, Guardrails and solid understanding of costs.
- A Software Engineering background is a strong plus.
- Amazon Web Services across its most widely used services, especially Security services.
- Strong experience and understanding with Authentication & Authorization protocols. and how non-human identities can be secured appropriately.
Nice to Have
- AI based certification such as AAISM, AAIA or CAISP.
- Knowledge and Experience with AI based frameworks such as NIST AI Framework or EU Artificial Intelligence Act
- Knowledge and Experience with MITRE ATLAS or OWASSP Top 10 for LLM's.
- Bachelors or Masters Degree with a focus in Information Systems/Computer Science/Security
Our Values
- Act Like an Owner - Think and operate with intention, purpose and care. Own outcomes.
- Build Together - Collaborate to unlock the best solutions. Deliver lasting value.
- Champion Our Clients - Exceed client expectations. Our clients' success is our success.
- Drive Innovation - Be bold and unconstrained in problem solving. Transform the industry.
- Embrace Learning - Engage our community to broaden our perspective. Bring a growth mindset.
In addition to our core values, Addepar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to bring together diverse ideas, experiences, skill sets, perspectives, backgrounds and identities to drive innovative solutions. We commit to promoting a welcoming environment where inclusion and belonging are held as a shared responsibility.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
PHISHING SCAM WARNING: Addepar is among several companies recently made aware of a phishing scam involving con artists posing as hiring managers recruiting via email, text and social media. The imposters are creating misleading email accounts, conducting remote "interviews," and making fake job offers in order to collect personal and financial information from unsuspecting individuals. Please be aware that no job offers will be made from Addepar without a formal interview process. Additionally, Addepar will not ask you to purchase equipment or supplies as part of your onboarding process. If you have any questions, please reach out to ta-operations@addepar.com.
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- Technology & Software40
- Science & Research12
- Insurance8
- Investment & Asset Management7
- Banking & Financial Services3
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security engineer jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field required
- Relevant certification such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems
- Proficiency in cloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including NIST, SOC 2, and PCI-DSS compliance
- Strong scripting or programming skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation tasks
Security Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security engineer in New York?
Most security engineers in New York enter the field with a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems, followed by earning industry certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+. New York does not require a state-issued license to work as a security engineer, but employers in regulated industries like finance and healthcare typically expect candidates to hold current certifications and demonstrate hands-on technical experience through prior roles, internships, or a documented project portfolio.
How much do security engineers make in New York?
Security engineers in New York earn a median of about $116,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,740 for the lowest 10% to over $203,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security engineers in New York?
Employers hiring security engineers in New York right now include Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's concentration of major financial institutions, global consulting firms, and large healthcare networks means demand is consistent year-round, with financial services and critical infrastructure sectors accounting for a significant share of openings.
Which New York cities have the most security engineer jobs?
New York, New York City, and Berlin are the New York cities with the most security engineer openings. New York City dominates due to its density of global banks, insurance companies, and cybersecurity consulting firms, while Albany draws openings from state government agencies and healthcare systems, and Buffalo benefits from growing financial technology and regional healthcare employers anchored there.
Are there remote security engineer jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most technical fields. About 63% of security engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves cloud platforms, monitoring dashboards, and code-level tooling that travels well. Roles focused on penetration testing, cloud security architecture, and security operations center analysis tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions requiring physical data center access or on-site compliance audits are more likely to be fully in-person.
How can I get hired as a security engineer in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a junior security analyst or IT support role at a New York-based firm and building toward security engineering from there. Large employers like JPMorgan Chase, IBM, and major New York hospital systems run associate security programs and new-graduate technology rotations that include security tracks. Earning CompTIA Security+ or a cloud security certification before applying, and building a portfolio of personal lab work or capture-the-flag competition results, meaningfully improves a candidate's chances with New York recruiters screening entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to security engineer jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to security engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the New York market. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to each position.
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