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Role - Lead Security Engineer Department: Information Security Reports To: Head of Security Engineering Experience: - 10-12 Years Type: Individual Contributor (IC) Standard Job Title - Staff Engineer ...

Ardent is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to join our team. This is a hybrid position located in Rockville, MD. Position Description: Ardent is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to provide technical ...

Ardent is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to join our team. This is a hybrid position located in Rockville, MD. Position Description: Ardent is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to provide technical ...

Lead Security Engineer Location: Suitland, MD (Hybrid) Terms: Full-time Clearance/Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust is required Salary Range ...

Lead Security Engineer, #1073 Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required Work Location: Suitland, MD We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME)-level Lead Security Engineer to lead application ...

Lead Security Engineer

Suitland, MD · On-site

$120K - $190K/yr

Lead Security Engineer, #1073 Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required Work Location: Suitland, MD We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME)-level Lead Security Engineer to lead application ...

Lead Security Engineer

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$115K - $135K/yr

The Lead Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring high security across our organization and our product and service lines. This is a great opportunity to build your career with a growing company.

Lead Security Engineer Location: Suitland, MD (Hybrid) Terms: Full-time Clearance/Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust is required Salary Range ...

Lead Security Engineer, #1073 Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required Work Location: Suitland, MD We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME)-level Lead Security Engineer to lead application ...

Lead Security Engineer

Suitland, MD · On-site

$120K - $190K/yr

Lead Security Engineer, #1073 Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required Work Location: Suitland, MD We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME)-level Lead Security Engineer to lead application ...

Lead Security Engineer

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid

$115K - $135K/yr

The Lead Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring high security across our organization and our product and service lines. This is a great opportunity to build your career with a growing company.

Lead Security Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$115K - $135K/yr

The Lead Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring high security across our organization and our product and service lines. This is a great opportunity to build your career with a growing company.

Lead Security Engineer

Suitland, MD · On-site

$120K - $190K/yr

Lead Security Engineer, #1073 Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required Work Location: Suitland, MD We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME)-level Lead Security Engineer to lead application ...

Lead Security Engineer

Suitland, MD · On-site

$120K - $190K/yr

Lead Security Engineer, #1073 Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required Work Location: Suitland, MD We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME)-level Lead Security Engineer to lead application ...

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How much do lead security engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead security engineer in the United States is $30.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lead Security Engineer vs Security Engineer?

AspectLead Security EngineerSecurity Engineer
CredentialsCertifications like CISSP, CISM, CEH often preferredSimilar certifications, often entry to mid-level
Work EnvironmentLeads security projects, manages teams, strategic planningImplements security measures, monitors systems, responds to incidents
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations with dedicated security teams, tech firms, financeCommon across various industries, including tech, healthcare, finance

The main difference is that a Lead Security Engineer oversees security strategies and manages teams, while a Security Engineer focuses on implementing and maintaining security measures. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital in organizations prioritizing cybersecurity.

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Infographic showing various Lead Security Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,082 per year, or $30.8 per hour.
Lead Security Engineer

Lead Security Engineer

Brahma Consulting Group

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$200K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Lead Security Engineer (Series A Fintech)


We are a $20M Series A startup


We are seeking a Lead Security Engineer to serve as an autonomous unit within our engineering team. Reporting directly to the CTO , you will own the full spectrum of security concerns, ensuring our infrastructure and ML models remain resilient as we scale.


The Role

  • Security Ownership: Develop, implement, and maintain security solutions across cloud infrastructure and application layers.
  • AI/ML Security: Design security protocols specifically for our ML models and extensive Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) processes.
  • Compliance & Governance: Take full ownership of maintaining SOC2 compliance and managing ongoing vulnerabilities.
  • Offensive & Defensive Security: Lead incident response efforts and conduct regular penetration testing of our software.
  • Security Culture: Act as a subject matter expert to foster security awareness and best practices across the broader engineering team.


Qualifications

  • Experience: 7+ years of dedicated security engineering experience.
  • Cloud Expertise: Deep technical proficiency with GCP (Google Cloud Platform).
  • Technical Depth: Strong background in Application Security and securing cloud-native environments.
  • Tech Stack Familiarity: Experience or comfort working within a stack that includes Python, Node.js, TypeScript, Postgres, and BigQuery.