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Security Engineer
What 302 fast-growing companies ask for — updated October 2026
Across 697 active Security Engineer postings, Python is the most-requested skill — in 52% of listings, ahead of Artificial Intelligence and AWS. 302 companies are hiring right now, led by SpaceX. 49% of Security Engineer roles now call for AI skills, and 19% are remote.
697active postings
49%ask for AI skills
19%remote
302companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Python | 52% | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 45% | |
| AWS | 45% | |
| Communication | 43% | |
| Computer Science | 33% | |
| Cybersecurity | 32% | |
| Identity Management | 28% | |
| Kubernetes | 27% | |
| SOC | 26% | |
| GCP | 25% | |
| Vulnerability | 25% | |
| Collaboration | 25% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| SpaceX | 35 |
| Sezzle | 17 |
| Anduril Industries | 17 |
| Compass | 16 |
| Aurora | 16 |
| Jane Street | 16 |