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How much do secure software developer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for secure software developer in Portland, ME is $114,431.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,100.00 and $133,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Secure Software Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Secure Software Developer, you need strong programming abilities, a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, and experience with secure coding practices, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like static code analyzers, vulnerability scanners, and security frameworks, as well as certifications such as CSSLP or CEH, are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to building resilient software and protecting organizations from evolving security threats.

What are some common challenges Secure Software Developers face when integrating security into the software development lifecycle?

Secure Software Developers often encounter challenges such as balancing application performance with security controls, keeping up with constantly evolving threats, and ensuring secure coding practices are consistently followed across development teams. They must also work closely with other developers, QA testers, and DevOps professionals to implement security requirements without slowing down project timelines. Regular code reviews, automated security testing, and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders are essential to overcoming these challenges and delivering robust, secure software.

What is a Secure Software Developer?

A Secure Software Developer is a professional who designs, develops, and maintains software with a focus on security. Their role involves implementing best practices and security protocols to protect applications from vulnerabilities and cyber threats. They collaborate with other developers, security experts, and stakeholders to ensure that security is integrated throughout the software development lifecycle. Secure Software Developers also perform code reviews, threat modeling, and stay updated on emerging security risks to create robust and safe applications.
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Network Security Administrator

Network Security Administrator

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.

Westbrook, ME • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

IDEXX Laboratories rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 103 rated laboratories

Job description

At IDEXX, our work helps create clarity in a complex and evolving world through diagnostic and software products and services. That clarity depends on secure, resilient connectivity and trusted access, especially across global teams, cloud services, and third-party vendor ecosystems.
We're looking for a Network Security Engineer to provide hands-on engineering across our IPAM and DNS Security, Zero Trust Platform, and Secure Vendor Remote Access, strengthening IDEXX's security posture while enabling the business at global scale.
Location: We are looking for someone within driving distance to Westbrook, Maine, with the flexibility of working on a hybrid basis, a minimum of 8 days per month on-site. Alternatively, we are open to someone in Massachusetts or New Hampshire that could potentially also come on-site, but open to less times per month.
In this role, you will...
  • Manage DNS security and IP address management platforms across the enterprise using our (IPAM, DNS/DHCP, DNS Security), ensuring reliability, security controls, and operational excellence.
  • Optimize & Expand Zero Trust access by partnering with network, endpoint, and security teams to deliver secure user/app connectivity.
  • Run secure third-party access through our SVRA platform, enforcing least privilege access, strong auditing, and vendor lifecycle controls.
  • Translate risk into engineering outcomes: improve segmentation, policy, logging, and security automation that reduce exposure without slowing the business.
  • Build clarity through standards and documentation: create runbooks, patterns, and reference architectures that make secure operations repeatable and scalable.
  • Serve as an escalation point for complex issues and mentor other engineers through design reviews, troubleshooting, and best practice adoption.

What You Will Need To Succeed...
  • 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network security engineering.
  • 3-5+ years of strong experience in IPAM and DNS/DHCP, plus DNS Security administration and operational troubleshooting.
  • 3-5+ years implementing Zero Trust in production enterprise environments.
  • 3-5+ years managing Secure Vendor Remote Access (or closely equivalent) with security controls and auditability.
  • Strong foundational skills in TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewall concepts, authentication/authorization, and security logging/monitoring.
  • Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and nontechnical partners-turning complex systems into actionable decisions (and keeping the message customer focused ).

It would be a plus if you any of this experience...
  • Automation or infrastructure as code experience (APIs, scripting, policy automation, CI/CD integration).
  • Experience integrating DNS and Zero Trust telemetry into SIEM/SOC workflows.
  • Cloud networking/security exposure (Azure/AWS/GCP), plus enterprise identity integrations.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Zscaler certs, CCNP Security, CISSP, GIAC).

Why IDEXX?
We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.
So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
Let's pursue what matters together.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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