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10 of the Most Popular Types of It Security Engineer Jobs in 2026

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An IT security engineer oversees the protection of a company’s computer networks, development projects, and website. Your job duties in this career include creating security measures and monitoring systems for evidence of intrusions. To become an IT security engineer, you need a degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Acquire an entry-level position working with security measures in an IT department to learn how to protect company data and identify threats. Once you have some experience in the industry, seek IT security engineer positions. Certification is not required, but becoming certified in network security may make you a more valuable candidate in the job market.

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Top Types Of It Security Engineer Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying It Security Engineer positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Senior Security Engineer

    Salary range: $114,500 - $157,000

    Senior Security Engineer is a typical job search query Most salaries for Senior Security Engineer jobs pay between $114,500 (25th percentile) and $157,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Senior Security Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Rust Startup

    Salary range: $102,000 - $137,500

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  • Checkpoint Security Engineer

    Salary range: $143,000 - $158,500

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  • Database Security Engineer

    Salary range: $99,500 - $140,000

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  • Ecppt

    Salary range: $34,000 - $46,500

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  • Email Security Engineer

    Salary range: $143,000 - $158,500

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  • Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer

    Salary range: $117,500 - $157,000

    Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer jobs pay between $117,500 (25th percentile) and $157,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Offensive Security Engineer Remote

    Salary range: $143,000 - $158,500

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  • Remote Akamai

    Salary range: $37,500 - $47,500

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  • Ccse

    Salary range: $142,000 - $186,000

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