Security Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Security Engineer jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense contracting, federal civilian agencies, and financial services, with openings at every level from entry-level analyst to principal engineer. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor are the dominant hiring hubs, home to anchor employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and General Dynamics Information Technology. The most in-demand specialties include cloud security, identity and access management, and security operations center work tied to federal and DoD programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles341+
Top employerAmazon
Top cityHerndon, VA
Cities hiring33
Work type47% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Information Systems Security Engineer – Product Security
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Information Systems Security Engineer – Product Security
Cubic Corporation
Ashburn, Virginia
Cybersecurity
Product Management
Security Engineering
$127k - $142k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Application Security Engineer
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Application Security Engineer
Battelle
Crystal City, Virginia
IT Support
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$130k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Senior Security Engineer, Corporate Services Security
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Senior Security Engineer, Corporate Services Security
Amazon.com
Arlington, Virginia
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$178k - $227k/yr
10,000+

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Security Engineer - Arlington, VA
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Security Engineer - Arlington, VA
Serco
Herndon, Virginia
Customer Support
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$98k.27 - $140k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Security Engineer 5 (Senior Manager IC) (CaCe)
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Security Engineer 5 (Senior Manager IC) (CaCe)
Information Technology Senior Management Forum
McLean, Virginia
Cloud Engineering
Data Engineering
Data Science
$209k - $262k/yr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Security Engineer Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Herndon
49 jobs
McLean
48 jobs
Reston
42 jobs
Ashburn
14 jobs
Sterling
12 jobs
Richmond
9 jobs
Quantico
7 jobs

Security Engineer Job Market in Virginia

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

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon39
  • Booz Allen Hamilton19
  • MANTECH15
  • Amazon Web Services11
  • Dell Technologies8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Trucking

What Virginia Employers Look For

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

  • Active DoD security clearance, typically Secret or Top Secret with SCI eligibility
  • Relevant certification such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, or CISM recognized in Virginia federal contracting
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, cybersecurity, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, vulnerability management tools, and incident response
  • Familiarity with NIST Risk Management Framework and federal compliance standards like FedRAMP or CMMC
  • Experience securing cloud environments on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud at enterprise scale

Security Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a security engineer in Virginia?

Start with a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems, then earn an entry-level certification such as CompTIA Security+, which is widely recognized by Virginia federal contractors as a baseline credential. Virginia has no state-issued license specific to security engineers, but most employers in Northern Virginia and the Richmond corridor require or strongly prefer candidates who are clearance-eligible and hold at least one industry certification before considering them for a full security engineer role.

How much do security engineers make in Virginia?

Security engineers in Virginia earn a median of about $139,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,130 for the lowest 10% to over $185,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire security engineers in Virginia?

Employers hiring security engineers in Virginia right now include Amazon, Booz Allen Hamilton, and MANTECH, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's dense concentration of defense contractors and federal civilian agencies means hiring activity is relatively steady year-round compared with other states.

Which Virginia cities have the most security engineer jobs?

Herndon, McLean, and Arlington have the most security engineer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's proximity to federal agencies and DoD facilities drives the majority of demand, while Richmond draws openings from financial services firms and state government, and Hampton Roads reflects the strong Navy and military presence concentrated there.

Are there remote security engineer jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than many technical fields. About 53% of security engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of much of the work. Roles focused on cloud security architecture, threat intelligence, and policy development tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring hands-on lab access or cleared facility work are typically on-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is a security analyst or IT support role at a Virginia defense contractor or federal agency, where you can work toward clearance eligibility while gaining hands-on experience. Employers like Leidos, SAIC, and Booz Allen Hamilton run associate and early-career programs specifically for candidates without prior security engineering experience. Earning CompTIA Security+ before applying gives candidates a concrete credential edge, and lateral moves from network administration or systems administration roles into security operations are common at Virginia employer sites.

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

You can find and apply to security engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and clearance level, then apply directly to each one.

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