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Senior Security Engineer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Senior Security Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Summary We are seeking aSeniorSecurity Engineer to join our Information Security team. In this senior technical role, you will help design, implement,operate, and improve enterprise security tools ...

Senior Security Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Creates testing tools to help engineering teams identify security-related weaknesses. Recognizes and escalates complex security violations to senior team members. Contributes to compliance ...

Senior Security Engineer, Data

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

$113K - $155K/yr

POSITION TITLE Senior Security Engineer, Data This role is not available for Sponsorship. POSITION LOCATION Richmond This position is available to Virginia residents as Richmond, Virginia in-office ...

Senior Security Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Creates testing tools to help engineering teams identify security-related weaknesses. Recognizes and escalates complex security violations to senior team members. Contributes to compliance ...

Sr. Security Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Network & Cloud Security : Provide engineering expertise to ensure enterprise network changes are designed and implemented securely (on‑prem and cloud). Audit existing network designs and ...

Senior Security Engineer, Public Sector

Reston, VA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

As a Senior Security Engineer on the U.S. Sovereign Cloud Security Operations team, you will be a technical leader on the front lines, protecting Google Public Sector's most critical customers. In ...

Senior Security Engineer, GRC

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$119K - $163K/yr

Summary Join our team as a Senior Security Engineer, GRC , where you\'ll be the primary owner of our customer-facing compliance program and a trusted partner throughout the enterprise sales cycle. In ...

Working under the direction of the Lead Senior Security Engineer and Program Manager, the Mid-Level Security Engineer helps operationalize policy controls, maintain compliance dashboards, and support ...

Working under the direction of the Lead Senior Security Engineer and Program Manager, the Mid-Level Security Engineer helps operationalize policy controls, maintain compliance dashboards, and support ...

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How much do senior security engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior security engineer in Virginia is $135,955.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,500.00 and $155,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a senior security engineer?

To thrive as a Senior Security Engineer, you need deep expertise in network security, risk assessment, incident response, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM platforms, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and certifications like CISSP or CEH are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and leadership abilities help you excel in complex security environments. These skills and qualifications are crucial to safeguard organizational assets and maintain robust defense against evolving cyber threats.

What is the difference between Senior Security Engineer vs Security Analyst?

AspectSenior Security EngineerSecurity Analyst
Required CredentialsCertifications like CISSP, CISA, CEH; Bachelor's or Master's in Cybersecurity or related fieldsCertifications like CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials; Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related fields
Work EnvironmentDesigning security systems, implementing security measures, leading security projectsMonitoring security alerts, analyzing threats, conducting security assessments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in tech companies, finance, healthcare for security infrastructure rolesCommon in various industries for threat detection and incident response

The main difference is that Senior Security Engineers focus on designing and implementing security solutions, while Security Analysts primarily monitor and analyze security threats. Both roles require relevant certifications and work in similar environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What does a senior security engineer do?

A senior security engineer designs, implements, and manages security systems to protect an organization’s information assets. They analyze vulnerabilities, respond to security incidents, and develop policies to ensure compliance, often using tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) platforms. They also mentor junior staff and may hold certifications such as CISSP or CISM.

How does a senior security engineer collaborate with other departments to enhance organizational security?

Senior Security Engineers frequently work cross-functionally, partnering with IT, software development, and compliance teams to implement security best practices and respond to incidents. They play a key role in conducting security reviews, advising on secure design, and leading incident response efforts. Effective communication and collaboration are essential, as these engineers often translate technical risks into business terms and provide guidance during audits or vulnerability assessments. This collaborative approach helps ensure comprehensive protection across all organizational assets.
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Infographic showing various Senior Security Engineer job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,955 per year, or $65.4 per hour.

Senior Security Engineer, Application

Genworth

Richmond, VA • On-site

$96K - $145K/yr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


Genworth Financial rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

104th of 304 rated insurance


Job description

At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to work in serving our millions of policyholders each day.


We apply that same compassion and empathy as we work with each other and our local communities. Genworth values all perspectives, characteristics, and experiences so that employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. We celebrate our diversity and understand that being intentional about inclusion is the only way to create a sense of belonging for all associates. We also invest in the vitality of our local communities through grants from the Genworth Foundation, event sponsorships, and employee volunteerism.


Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions:
• Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities.
• Make it about others. We do what’s best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress.
• Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together.
• Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other
Position Title:
Senior Security Engineer, Application


Position location:
Richmond, Va., Lynchburg, Va.

This position is available to Virginia residents as Richmond or Lynchburg, Virginia in-office applicants

*A Hybrid schedule of both Remote and In-Office days is required. In office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with working hours targeting our core business hours of 9am-5pm EST.
Your role:
As an Senior Security Engineer, Application you will manage the technologies and processes supporting secure application development in both physical datacenter and cloud environments. You will be responsible for providing application security services and support to internal partners to ensure adherence to the policies and standards of the company. As an ideal candidate you will have 5+ years of experience in a Security Engineering role with proven experience in Application Security, DevSecOps, and experience securing applications in cloud environments.
What you will be doing:
• Manage and support application vulnerability scanning technologies, AST platforms, and cloud security tooling.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to design secure applications, test applications for security weakness, and partner on remediation of identified issues.
• Work with key stakeholders to identify, respond to, and remediate information security issues.
• Coordinate the orchestration, automation, and management of security technologies and platforms.
• Support day-to-day life cycle management, including identification, threat assessment, threat modeling and risk avoidance.
• Create reasonable and actionable reports showing direct impact to the security posture.
• Define and implement meaningful metrics to measure the effectiveness of security controls through Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and security scorecards.
• Serve as a subject-matter-expert for Application Security; act as a key point of contact for critical issues, security risk assessments and triaging CI/CD issues with partners and stakeholders.
• Evaluate business and technical requirements to identify and implement tools, processes, and technologies to improve our security posture in our environments.
• Ensure the continuous improvement of existing compliance processes.
What you bring:
• Computer Science or similar degree
• Experience using vulnerability scanning technologies, AST platforms, and cloud security tooling.
• Formal experience with threat modeling.
• Experience leading projects, initiatives, and resources through direct and indirect leadership.
• Deep knowledge of Assessing and prioritization of Risk with an ability to think like a bad actor and use that context to conduct threat models.
• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Infrastructure as Code (IaaC) and Policy as Code (PaC) Concepts.
• Experience implementing secure Software Development Lifecycle programs.
• Familiarity with technical security controls, guidelines, and frameworks outlined by standards such as SOC2, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53.
• Ability to automate tasks and code solutions to repetitive problems.
• Scripting or programming experience (Java, .NET, HTML, Ruby, PHP, Perl, C#, Python, JavaScript, PowerShell, Bash)
• Experience with penetration testing and web application assessment.
• Experience assessing software compliance with HIPAA, PHI, PII and PCI regulations.
Employee Benefits & Well-Being
Genworth employees make a difference in people’s lives every day. We’re committed to making a difference in our employees’ lives.
• Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
• Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
• Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
• Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
• Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
• Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial &
legal management)
• Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

National Range: $96,700 - $145,000

Disclaimer: This role is aligned to a national market-based pay range. Actual compensation will vary based on geographic location, experience, skills, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in a bonus incentive plan. Incentive compensation is based on individual and company performance and is not guaranteed.


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