Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Downers Grove, and Lisle and other Illinois metros, with employers like Humana, Molex, and Ensono hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles58+
Top employerHumana
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring13
Work type60% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Humana
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
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Humana
Added 3d ago
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
Humana
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
$118k - $162k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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USG
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
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USG
Added 2w ago
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
USG
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$112k - $149k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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McDonald's
Sr Cybersecurity Architect
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McDonald's
Added 1mo ago
Sr Cybersecurity Architect
McDonald's
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
$167k - $209k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Charles River Associates
Senior Associate/Cybersecurity & Incident Response
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Charles River Associates
Added 3mo ago
Senior Associate/Cybersecurity & Incident Response
Charles River Associates
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
$130k - $153k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Molex
Sr. Cloud Cybersecurity Architect
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Molex
Added 4mo ago
Sr. Cloud Cybersecurity Architect
Molex
Lisle, Illinois
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Cloud Engineering
Security Engineering
$175k - $205k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
36 jobs
Downers Grove
4 jobs
Lisle
4 jobs
North Chicago
3 jobs
Rosemont
3 jobs
Arlington Heights
1 jobs
Campus
1 jobs
Champaign
1 jobs
Evanston
1 jobs

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Humana
    Humana5
  • Molex
    Molex4
  • Ensono
    Ensono3
  • Northern Trust
    Northern Trust3
  • Wintrust Financial Corporation
    Wintrust Financial Corporation3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software15
  • Consulting & Professional Services8
  • Banking & Financial Services4
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
  • Food & Beverage3

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior cybersecurity engineer jobs across Illinois.

  • Five or more years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity engineering or a closely related role
  • Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
  • Active certifications including CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent industry credentials
  • Experience securing cloud environments on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, intrusion detection, and endpoint protection
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or HIPAA

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many senior cybersecurity engineer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 58+ senior cybersecurity engineer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Downers Grove, and Lisle. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do senior cybersecurity engineers make in Illinois?

Senior cybersecurity engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $124,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,760 for the lowest 10% to over $172,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most senior cybersecurity engineer jobs?

Chicago, Downers Grove, and Lisle have the most senior cybersecurity engineer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire senior cybersecurity engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring senior cybersecurity engineers in Illinois include Humana, Molex, and Ensono, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote senior cybersecurity engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 40% of senior cybersecurity engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for senior cybersecurity engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to senior cybersecurity engineer jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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