Systems Security Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Systems Security Engineer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Abbott and other Illinois metros, with employers like AbbVie, Collabera, and Energy CX hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16+
Top employerAbbVie
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring9
Work type56% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Kastle Systems
Pre-Sales Security Systems Engineer
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Kastle Systems
Added 8mo ago
Pre-Sales Security Systems Engineer
Kastle Systems
Chicago, Illinois
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Solutions Engineering (Pre-Sales)
Technical Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Remote (US)
Associate's

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Collabera
Network Security Analyst / Network Engineer/ System Admin
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Collabera
Added 2mo ago
Network Security Analyst / Network Engineer/ System Admin
Collabera
Abbott, Illinois
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Systems Administration
Network Engineering
On-Site
Associate's

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LogicGate
Enterprise Systems Engineer
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LogicGate
Added 2w ago
Enterprise Systems Engineer
LogicGate
Chicago, Illinois
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Security Engineering
$110k - $120k/yr
Hybrid
None
11-50

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Energy Cx, LLC
IT Systems Engineer
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Energy Cx, LLC
Added 1mo ago
IT Systems Engineer
Energy Cx, LLC
Chicago, Illinois
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Security Engineering
Hybrid
Associate's

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Energy CX
IT Systems Engineer
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Energy CX
Added 1mo ago
IT Systems Engineer
Energy CX
Chicago, Illinois
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Security Engineering
$110k/yr
Hybrid
None

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Systems Security Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
7 jobs
North Chicago
2 jobs
Abbott
1 jobs
Glenview
1 jobs
Manteno
1 jobs
Springfield
1 jobs
Warrenville
1 jobs
Wheeling
1 jobs
Wood Dale
1 jobs

Systems Security Engineer Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • AbbVie
    AbbVie1
  • Collabera
    Collabera1
  • Energy CX
    Energy CX1
  • Energy Cx
    Energy Cx1
  • Gotion
    Gotion1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software5
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
  • Energy3
  • Manufacturing3
  • Automotive1

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field
  • Active or clearable U.S. security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level
  • Professional certification such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response tools
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Demonstrated experience conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, or threat modeling

Systems Security Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many systems security engineer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 16+ systems security engineer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Abbott. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do systems security engineers make in Illinois?

Systems security engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $99,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,590 for the lowest 10% to over $167,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most systems security engineer jobs?

Chicago, North Chicago, and Abbott have the most systems security engineer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire systems security engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring systems security engineers in Illinois include AbbVie, Collabera, and Energy CX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote systems security engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 44% of systems security 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 systems security engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to systems security 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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