Security Engineer Jobs in Ohio

Security Engineer jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, defense contracting, healthcare IT, and manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level analysts stepping into security roles through senior architects and team leads. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati drive the majority of hiring, anchored by major employers such as Nationwide, Huntington Bancshares, and Northrop Grumman. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio right now are cloud security, identity and access management, and OT/ICS security tied to the state's industrial base. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

Find Security Engineer Jobs

Overview

Open roles49
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring18
Work type44% On-site
Top industryTechnology

Showing 5 of 49+ Security Engineer jobs

JPMorganChase
Security Engineer III
We won't show you this job again
JPMorganChase
Added 2d ago
Security Engineer III
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

American Honda Motor
Operational Technology Security Engineer
We won't show you this job again
American Honda Motor
Added 3d ago
Operational Technology Security Engineer
American Honda Motor
Marysville, Ohio
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$74k - $111k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

JPMorganChase
Senior Lead Security Engineer
We won't show you this job again
JPMorganChase
Added 4d ago
Senior Lead Security Engineer
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Business Development
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
$176k - $260k/yr
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

McKesson
Sr Product Security Engineer, AI & DevSecOps
We won't show you this job again
McKesson
Added 5d ago
Sr Product Security Engineer, AI & DevSecOps
McKesson
Columbus, Ohio
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Engineering
Data Science
$140k - $234k/yr
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

ClarkDietrich
Security Engineer
We won't show you this job again
ClarkDietrich
Added 6d ago
Security Engineer
ClarkDietrich
West Chester, Ohio
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$94k - $168k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

See All 49 Security Engineer Jobs in Ohio

Find roles in Ohio that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Security Engineer Jobs

Security Engineer Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cleveland
7 jobs
Wright-Patterson AFB
6 jobs
Dayton
2 jobs
Cincinnati
2 jobs
Marysville
2 jobs
Independence
2 jobs
West Chester
2 jobs
Akron
1 job

Security Engineer Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

JPMorganChase
JPMorganChase6 open roles
MTSI
MTSI5 open roles
KeyBank
KeyBank3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Retail
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in security engineer jobs across Ohio.

  • CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM certification required or strongly preferred by Ohio employers
  • Three or more years of hands-on experience in network security, vulnerability management, or incident response
  • Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel and endpoint detection tools
  • Experience securing cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud in an enterprise setting
  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, or HIPAA as relevant to Ohio industries

Security Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a security engineer in Ohio?

Ohio does not require a state-issued license to work as a security engineer, so the path centers on education and industry credentials. Most employers look for a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems, followed by certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH. Starting in an IT support, network administration, or systems analyst role at an Ohio employer and moving laterally into security is a common and practical route.

How much do security engineers make in Ohio?

Security engineers in Ohio earn a median of about $109,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,320 for the lowest 10% to over $161,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire security engineers in Ohio?

Employers hiring security engineers in Ohio right now include JPMorganChase, MTSI, and KeyBank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's mix of major banks, defense contractors, hospital systems, and large manufacturers means consistent demand across multiple industries rather than a single dominant sector.

Which Ohio cities have the most security engineer jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Wright-Patterson AFB have the most security engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense concentration of financial institutions, state government agencies, and insurance headquarters, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw demand from healthcare systems, regional banks, and manufacturing companies with significant IT infrastructure to protect.

Are there remote security engineer jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most technical fields, since much of security engineering involves monitoring, analysis, and tool configuration that translates well to remote work. About 56% of security engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broad adoption of distributed security teams. Roles in threat detection, cloud security, and application security tend to be the most remote-friendly, while on-site industrial or OT security positions generally require a physical presence.

How can I get hired as a security engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a junior security analyst or IT support role at an Ohio employer and building toward security engineering from there. Large Ohio-based financial institutions and hospital systems such as those in the Columbus and Cleveland metro areas regularly hire for entry-level security operations center roles that develop hands-on skills. Earning CompTIA Security+ before applying and building a home lab or contributing to open-source security projects gives candidates a concrete edge over others without prior employer experience.

Where can I find and apply to security engineer jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to security engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

See All 49 Security Engineer Jobs in Ohio

Find roles in Ohio that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Security Engineer Jobs