Systems Security Engineer Jobs in Indiana

Systems Security Engineer jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and the Bloomington corridor, where defense contractors, financial services firms, and large healthcare systems drive steady demand for professionals skilled in network defense, vulnerability assessment, and security architecture. Employers like Salesforce (with its Indianapolis presence), Eli Lilly, and Raytheon Intelligence and Space maintain active security engineering teams in the state, hiring from entry-level analysts stepping into engineering roles through senior architects. The market is particularly active in cloud security, zero-trust implementation, and compliance-driven security operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerKOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring4
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryCybersecurity

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Retail Security Systems Technician
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Retail Security Systems Technician
Johnson Controls
Evansville, Indiana
Engineering (Non-Software)
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$25 - $38/hr
10,000+

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Security Systems Technician Programmer
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Security Systems Technician Programmer
Johnson Controls
Indianapolis, Indiana
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
IT Support
Customer Support
$25 - $36/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Senior Systems and Security Engineer
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Senior Systems and Security Engineer
KRG MANAGEMENT LLC
Indianapolis, Indiana
Cloud Engineering
IT Support
Systems Administration
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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Security Systems Installation Technician - intermediate
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Security Systems Installation Technician - intermediate
KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY INC.
Indianapolis, Indiana
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$19 - $40/hr
1,001-5,000

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Security Systems Installation Technician - experienced
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Security Systems Installation Technician - experienced
KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY INC.
Indianapolis, Indiana
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$19 - $45/hr
1,001-5,000

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Systems Security Engineer Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Indianapolis
9 jobs
Crane
5 jobs
Evansville
1 job
New Carlisle
1 job

Systems Security Engineer Job Market in Indiana

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

Who's Hiring

KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY3 open roles
Kratos Defense2 open roles
Johnson Controls2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Cybersecurity
  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Indiana Employers Look For

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

  • Active CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification recognized by Indiana hiring employers
  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a related field
  • Three or more years of hands-on experience in network security, firewalls, or SIEM platforms
  • Demonstrated experience with vulnerability management tools such as Nessus, Qualys, or Tenable
  • Familiarity with federal or industry compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, or CMMC
  • Experience securing cloud environments on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

Systems Security Engineer Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a systems security engineer in Indiana?

Indiana does not require a state-issued license to work as a systems security engineer, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field, followed by certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH. Indiana's public universities, including Purdue and Indiana University, offer cybersecurity programs that feed directly into regional employers, and several community colleges offer accelerated certificate tracks for career changers.

How much do systems security engineers make in Indiana?

Systems security engineers in Indiana earn a median of about $93,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $28,180 for the lowest 10% to over $138,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire systems security engineers in Indiana?

Indiana systems security engineer roles are posted by KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY, Kratos Defense, and Johnson Controls and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indiana's mix of defense contractors near Indianapolis, large healthcare systems, and financial technology firms means demand is spread across several industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.

Which Indiana cities have the most systems security engineer jobs?

Indianapolis, Crane, and Evansville lead Indiana for systems security engineer openings. Indianapolis dominates because it is home to the state's largest defense, healthcare, and financial services employers, while Fort Wayne and other secondary markets benefit from regional corporate headquarters and manufacturing firms that maintain internal security teams for their operational technology environments.

Are there remote systems security engineer jobs in Indiana?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 67% of systems security engineer openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the fundamentally desk-based and tool-driven nature of the work. Roles focused on cloud security architecture, threat intelligence analysis, and security operations center monitoring are the most consistently offered as fully remote positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a security analyst or IT support role at a large Indiana employer, then transitioning into engineering responsibilities over one to two years. Eli Lilly, Indiana University Health, and defense contractors in the Indianapolis area regularly hire entry-level security analysts and IT operations staff who can move laterally into systems security engineering. Earning CompTIA Security+ before applying signals readiness to employers without requiring prior engineering experience, and Purdue's cybersecurity co-op program places students directly with Indiana firms.

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

You can find and apply to systems security engineer jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location preference, and apply directly to the employer.

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