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Security Engineer Jobs in the USA

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Security Engineer Roles in the USA

We curate US roles with security in the title, from security engineers to software engineers on security teams.

Security Engineer Salary Ranges in the USA (2026)

What security engineer roles pay at US companies.

Junior Software Engineer
$73K - $119K
Mid-Level Software Engineer
$88K - $135K
Senior Software Engineer
$121K - $179K
Lead Software Engineer
$126K - $189K

*US market data from DevBlast's software engineer pay bands, the closest tracked role. Salaries listed in USD and vary by city, company size, and experience.

What US Companies Look For in Security Engineers

US companies are competitive, and here is what gets you hired.

💻 Languages

  • Go or Python
  • C++ or Rust for systems work
  • SQL
  • Bash
  • Reading unfamiliar codebases

🛡️ Security

  • Secure coding and code review
  • Threat modelling
  • Cloud and network security
  • Identity and access control
  • Vulnerability triage and fixes

🌟 What US Companies Specifically Want

  • Security work you can describe in detail
  • Code samples or write-ups
  • Clear risk reasoning
  • Strong written communication
  • Ownership from finding to fix

💡 How to Stand Out in the USA

  • CV tailored to the role
  • Measurable results, not just duties
  • Right to work in the US confirmed
  • A vulnerability you found and fixed, or a tool you built
  • Apply within 24 hours of posting

Security Engineer Jobs in the USA FAQ

Are there security engineer jobs in the USA?
Yes. Companies including MongoDB, GitLab, Netflix, Roblox, and Warner Bros Games list security roles in the USA, from cloud databases and developer platforms to games. DevBlast tracks new ones every day.
What roles are on this page?
Every US job in the DevBlast feed with security in the title. That is security engineers plus software engineers on security teams, such as code security and infrastructure security. It does not cover SOC analyst or compliance roles.
What is the salary for a security engineer in the USA?
In the US: Junior Security Engineers earn $73K-$119K, Mid-Level $88K-$135K, Senior $121K-$179K, and Lead positions $126K-$189K, based on DevBlast's software engineer pay bands, the closest tracked role. Pay varies by location, company size, and specialization.
Do US companies sponsor visas for security engineers?
Some larger US companies sponsor work visas, such as the H-1B, for experienced engineers, but many roles require existing right to work in the US. Always check the specific job listing before applying.
How do I find security engineer jobs in the USA?
DevBlast curates security engineer jobs daily and shows the country on every role. Applying within the first 24-48 hours gives you the best chance of being reviewed, so subscribe and check your inbox for 10-60+ developer jobs a day with direct apply links.

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11 Security Engineer Jobs in the USA (Updated Oct 2026) | DevBlast