Security Software Engineer Jobs in Nevada

Security Software Engineer jobs in Nevada are in active demand, with hiring concentrated in defense contracting, gaming technology, and financial services across Las Vegas, Reno, and the greater Henderson area. Major employers with a lasting footprint in the state, including Leidos, Switch, and Caesars Entertainment, regularly seek engineers across experience levels from associate to staff and principal. The specialties drawing the most consistent interest are cloud security architecture, penetration testing, and secure software development lifecycle implementation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles35
Top employerInfojini
Top cityLas Vegas, NV
Cities hiring5
Work type81% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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BEST Crowd Management
Account Manager - Security and Events
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Account Manager - Security and Events
BEST Crowd Management
Las Vegas, Nevada
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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PALMS CASINO
Security Operations Center Officer
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Security Operations Center Officer
PALMS CASINO
Las Vegas, Nevada
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Allied Universal
Armed Assistant Security Account Manager - Trauma Hospital
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Allied Universal
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Armed Assistant Security Account Manager - Trauma Hospital
Allied Universal
Las Vegas, Nevada
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Wynn Resorts
Specialist - Crisis Management - Corporate Security
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Wynn Resorts
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Specialist - Crisis Management - Corporate Security
Wynn Resorts
Las Vegas, Nevada
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
10,000+

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Allied Universal
Account Manager - Security Services
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Allied Universal
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Account Manager - Security Services
Allied Universal
Las Vegas, Nevada
Account Management
Business Operations
Customer Service
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Security Software Engineer Jobs by City in Nevada

Where Nevada roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Las Vegas
25 jobs
Reno
4 jobs
Sparks
3 jobs
Henderson
2 jobs
North Las Vegas
1 job

Security Software Engineer Job Market in Nevada

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

Who's Hiring

  • Infojini
    Infojini4
  • Allied Universal
    Allied Universal4
  • Amazon
    Amazon2
  • Wynn Resorts
    Wynn Resorts2
  • Metro One LPSG
    Metro One LPSG2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services6
  • Technology & Software5
  • Hospitality & Tourism4
  • Banking & Financial Services4
  • Staffing & Recruiting3

What Nevada Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a directly related engineering field
  • Proficiency in secure coding practices across languages such as Java, Python, or C++
  • Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessment tools and penetration testing frameworks
  • Relevant certification such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ recognized by Nevada employers
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST, FedRAMP, or PCI-DSS
  • Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native environments

Security Software Engineer Jobs in Nevada: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a security software engineer in Nevada?

The concrete path in Nevada starts with a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or cybersecurity, which most Nevada employers treat as the baseline. Nevada does not issue a state-specific license for this role, so hiring decisions center on certifications like CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or CEH and a demonstrable portfolio of secure software projects. Candidates targeting defense or government contractors in the Las Vegas and Reno corridors often benefit from, or are required to hold, a federal security clearance before their first day.

How much do security software engineers make in Nevada?

Security software engineers in Nevada earn a median of about $128,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,990 for the lowest 10% to over $194,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire security software engineers in Nevada?

Nevada security software engineer roles are posted by Infojini, Allied Universal, and Amazon and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Nevada's concentration of large data centers, gaming operators, and federal contractors creates a particularly broad employer base relative to the state's overall size.

Which Nevada cities have the most security software engineer jobs?

Las Vegas, Reno, and Sparks account for the largest share of security software engineer openings in Nevada. Las Vegas anchors the market through its gaming and hospitality technology infrastructure, financial services firms, and a growing cluster of data centers, while Reno has emerged as a secondary hub driven by large-scale tech campuses, logistics operators, and proximity to California talent pipelines.

Are there remote security software engineer jobs in Nevada?

Yes, and more than most engineering disciplines, because security software engineering is fundamentally a desk and code-based discipline. About 19% of security software engineer openings tied to Nevada are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how much of the work, including threat modeling, code review, and policy development, can be done off-site. Roles that involve hands-on penetration testing of physical systems or government-classified environments are the most likely to require in-person presence.

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

The most realistic entry point is a junior or associate security engineer role at one of Nevada's large data center operators or gaming technology companies, where structured mentorship programs exist specifically for candidates coming out of university or bootcamp. Switch and other major Nevada colocation providers have brought on early-career engineers through internship-to-hire pipelines. A CompTIA Security+ certification and a GitHub portfolio demonstrating a personal security project, such as a basic intrusion detection script or a SAST tool integration, give a candidate a meaningful edge over applicants with identical academic backgrounds.

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

You can find and apply to security software engineer jobs in Nevada on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nevada openings in one place. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred location or work arrangement, and apply directly through each listing.

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