Security Engineer Jobs in North Carolina
Security Engineer jobs in North Carolina are in strong demand, concentrated in cybersecurity, defense contracting, financial technology, and healthcare IT, with openings from entry-level analysts stepping into security roles through senior architects and principal engineers. Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park area account for the largest share of hiring, with well-known employers such as Bank of America, Cisco, and Red Hat maintaining significant North Carolina operations that regularly recruit security engineers. The most sought-after specialties in the state include cloud security, network security engineering, and security operations center work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Ally and Your Career
Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?
Work Schedule : Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Fellow AI Offensive Security Engineer to join the Offensive Security team at Ally. As a Fellow AI Offensive Security Engineer, you will perform penetration tests on AI and use AI to perform penetration tests. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity analysts, engineers, and stakeholders, to enhance the organization's security posture.At this time, Ally will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The Work Itself
- Pen test AI, LLM-powered systems, machine learning platforms, APIs, and cloud environments.
- Develop custom tools and scripts to automate the testing of AI and automate pen testing, purple teaming, and red teaming activities.
- Assess security controls surrounding retrieval-augmented generation, agentic workflows, tool integrations, etc.
- Work with cross-functional teams to report identified vulnerabilities.
- Produce professional grade reports based on the penetration tests you perform.
- Conduct scoping calls with internal clients to determine penetration test needs.
- Training junior engineers may be required.
- Potential of travel up to two times a year.
The Qualifications We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in cyber security total.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in offensive security.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in offensive security with an AI focus.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Bonus Qualifications
- Relevant certifications or ability to obtain within a year: OSCP, OSEP, OSAI, CRTO, CRTL, CPTS, CAPE, COAE, etc.
- Experience performing adversary emulations.
- Experience working with financial institutions.
- Experience performing physical penetration tests.
- Experience performing social engineering with AI.
- Experience with PoC development or having CVEs published.
Minimum Qualifications
- 9+ years of relevant experience
- Bachelors' Degree in Computer Science, IT or similar field of study or equivalent
How We'll Have Your Back
Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:
Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part-time status and management level).
Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.
Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.
Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.
Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers® program and other employee discount programs.
Other Compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.
To view more detailed information about Ally’s Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf
Who We Are :
Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on "Doing it Right" and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com .
Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if after review of the position expectations, you believe that you may need a medical accommodation to fulfill the duties of this role, please email hrpolicy@ally.com with details of your accommodation request.
Base Pay Range
$135,000.00 - $235,000.00An individual's position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer.
Incentive Compensation:
This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.
Ally and Your Career
Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?
Work Schedule : Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Fellow AI Offensive Security Engineer to join the Offensive Security team at Ally. As a Fellow AI Offensive Security Engineer, you will perform penetration tests on AI and use AI to perform penetration tests. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity analysts, engineers, and stakeholders, to enhance the organization's security posture.At this time, Ally will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The Work Itself
- Pen test AI, LLM-powered systems, machine learning platforms, APIs, and cloud environments.
- Develop custom tools and scripts to automate the testing of AI and automate pen testing, purple teaming, and red teaming activities.
- Assess security controls surrounding retrieval-augmented generation, agentic workflows, tool integrations, etc.
- Work with cross-functional teams to report identified vulnerabilities.
- Produce professional grade reports based on the penetration tests you perform.
- Conduct scoping calls with internal clients to determine penetration test needs.
- Training junior engineers may be required.
- Potential of travel up to two times a year.
The Qualifications We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in cyber security total.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in offensive security.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in offensive security with an AI focus.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Bonus Qualifications
- Relevant certifications or ability to obtain within a year: OSCP, OSEP, OSAI, CRTO, CRTL, CPTS, CAPE, COAE, etc.
- Experience performing adversary emulations.
- Experience working with financial institutions.
- Experience performing physical penetration tests.
- Experience performing social engineering with AI.
- Experience with PoC development or having CVEs published.
Minimum Qualifications
- 9+ years of relevant experience
- Bachelors' Degree in Computer Science, IT or similar field of study or equivalent
How We'll Have Your Back
Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:
Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part-time status and management level).
Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.
Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.
Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.
Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers® program and other employee discount programs.
Other Compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.
To view more detailed information about Ally’s Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf
Who We Are :
Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on "Doing it Right" and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com .
Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if after review of the position expectations, you believe that you may need a medical accommodation to fulfill the duties of this role, please email hrpolicy@ally.com with details of your accommodation request.
Base Pay Range
$135,000.00 - $235,000.00An individual's position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer.
Incentive Compensation:
This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.
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Security Engineer Job Market in North Carolina
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Who's Hiring
- Cisco10
- Truist4
- Ally Financial3
- Google2
- Lenovo2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Energy
- News & Publishing
- Artificial Intelligence
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security engineer jobs across North Carolina.
- Relevant certification such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ recognized by North Carolina employers
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection tools
- Proficiency in network security, firewall administration, and vulnerability assessment methodologies
- Experience securing cloud environments on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud in enterprise settings
- Ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance for defense and government contractor roles in North Carolina
Security Engineer Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security engineer in North Carolina?
North Carolina does not require a state-issued license to work as a security engineer, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology, paired with certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH. Candidates targeting defense or government roles at Research Triangle Park or Fort Liberty should also plan for a federal security clearance process early in their career.
How much do security engineers make in North Carolina?
Security engineers in North Carolina earn a median of about $104,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,190 for the lowest 10% to over $175,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security engineers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring security engineers in North Carolina right now include Cisco, Truist, and Ally Financial, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's combination of major bank headquarters in Charlotte and large defense and technology contractors throughout the Research Triangle makes it a consistently active market for security engineering talent.
Which North Carolina cities have the most security engineer jobs?
Charlotte, Raleigh, and Research Triangle Park have the most security engineer openings in North Carolina. Charlotte's concentration of financial institutions and fintech firms drives demand there, while Raleigh and the Research Triangle Park corridor attract openings through a dense cluster of technology companies, federal agencies, and university-affiliated research organizations that anchor hiring across the region.
Are there remote security engineer jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 73% of security engineer openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on monitoring dashboards, managing cloud consoles, and writing policy rather than handling physical infrastructure. Roles in cloud security, application security, and threat intelligence tend to be the most remote-eligible.
How can I get hired as a security engineer in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting in a security operations center analyst role, which large North Carolina employers in banking and healthcare regularly fill with candidates who hold a CompTIA Security+ and a two- or four-year degree. Financial institutions in Charlotte and hospital systems like Atrium Health and UNC Health run associate and new-grad IT programs that include security rotations. Candidates can also move laterally from network administration or IT support roles, building toward a security engineer title with hands-on lab projects and a portfolio of documented work.
Where can I find and apply to security engineer jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to security engineer jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current North Carolina openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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