Senior Level Security Engineer Jobs

Senior level security engineer jobs put seasoned practitioners in charge of security architecture, threat programs, and the engineering teams that defend critical systems. Roles cover 49% remote and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Anthropic, GEICO, and SentiLink hiring at this level now.

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Open roles181+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAnthropic
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type51% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Senior Offensive Security Engineer
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Senior Offensive Security Engineer
Unity Technologies
Olympia, Washington
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$160k - $305k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Senior Security Engineer
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Senior Security Engineer
Mizuho
New York, New York
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
$160k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Senior Security Engineer
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Senior Security Engineer
Kodiak Sciences
Palo Alto, California
Cybersecurity
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Project Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Network Security Engineer
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Senior Network Security Engineer
TMT IT Solutions
Orange County, California
Cybersecurity
IT Support & Systems Administration
Network Engineering
Security Engineering
$50.00 - $60.00/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Staff Engineer - Container Security
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Staff Engineer - Container Security
Illumio
Sunnyvale, California
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
$196k - $235k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Level Security Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Anthropic13
  • GEICO5
  • SentiLink5
  • Databricks5
  • Goldbelt4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software79
  • Science & Research19
  • Consulting & Professional Services12
  • Banking & Financial Services10
  • Investment & Asset Management10

Senior Level Security Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level security engineer job?

At the senior level, employers look for engineers who can own a security domain end to end, not just execute tasks. Strong candidates demonstrate experience leading incident response, designing zero-trust or cloud-native security architectures, and influencing engineering decisions across teams. Certifications like CISSP or OSCP help, but a portfolio of measurable outcomes, such as reduced attack surface or improved detection coverage, carries more weight.

Which companies hire senior level security engineers?

Companies hiring senior level security engineers right now include Anthropic, GEICO, and SentiLink, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises managing complex attack surfaces, government contractors with clearance requirements, and high-growth technology companies scaling their security programs.

Are there remote senior level security engineer jobs?

Yes, remote flexibility is common at this level given the independent, high-trust nature of senior security work. About 49% of senior level security engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though roles involving classified systems or on-site infrastructure oversight often require an on-site or hybrid presence.

What makes a security engineer role senior level?

Senior level security engineer roles are defined by scope, ownership, and influence. Where mid-level engineers implement controls and respond to incidents, senior engineers design the systems, set the standards, and make architectural decisions that shape an organization's entire security posture. They also mentor junior engineers, collaborate with product and engineering leadership, and are expected to operate with minimal supervision on ambiguous, high-stakes problems.

Which industries hire the most senior level security engineers?

Senior level security engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they manage large volumes of sensitive data, face significant regulatory requirements, or operate infrastructure where a security breach carries major financial or operational consequences.