Welcome to High Paying Security Officer Jobs

Discover a curated collection of high paying security officer jobs paying $100K and above. Our platform is dedicated to providing you with an array of excellent job opportunities in the security sector. Regardless of your specific experience and skills, we host jobs from entry-level to executive positions.

Security Officer Roles and Responsibilities

In the role of a security officer, you are tasked with maintaining the safety and security of people, buildings, and assets. The key responsibilities include preventing unlawful activities, reporting incidents, and ensuring compliance with all legislation pertaining to security.

Why Choose a Career as a Security Officer?

A career as a security officer can be rewarding and fulfilling. It offers opportunities for career growth and personal development while playing a crucial role in the safety and security of a business or organization.

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$93K *

Join our mission to ensure safety and security with your law enforcement expertise. Engage proactively with the community, conduct patrols, and respond to incidents while upholding high standards of p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $98K *

Transform your career as a Physical Security Officer, safeguarding vital data center operations while enhancing access control processes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure safety and complianc...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $98K *

Elevate security protocols by ensuring data center access is smoothly managed and monitored, optimizing operations, and contributing to a safe, effective environment that meets vital security standard...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $98K *

Join our team to ensure optimal physical security at data centers. You'll manage access control, conduct audits, and uphold procedures to support safety and operational efficiency...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K *

Take ownership of security and customer service at a leading financial institution. Ensure safety through patrols, monitoring, and incident response while maintaining a professional presence and foste...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K *

Lead the charge in supervising security operations, ensuring safety and compliance across multiple properties while providing training and support to personnel. Engage with clients and effectively res...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$93K *

Grow the effectiveness of global security operations by leading a team, implementing technology solutions, and ensuring efficient response protocols for incidents and alarms while fostering a collabor...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $189K *

Transform security operations by providing expert oversight and strategic support for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) through audits, briefings, and stakeholder coordination, ensuring readin...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $88K *

Manage and supervise security operations, ensuring quality service delivery and effective team coordination while providing stellar customer service in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K *

Drive security excellence as a GSOC Watch Commander, overseeing operations, leading analysts, enhancing crisis response, and ensuring client safety through innovative monitoring and strategic collabor...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K *

Engage as an armed security officer, safeguarding diverse clients while patrolling and monitoring locations. Bring your expertise to ensure safety, provide exceptional customer service, and respond ef...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $110K *

Lead security initiatives to protect sensitive information and ensure compliance with federal regulations. Manage security programs, oversee personnel security, and maintain physical security for our...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K *

Join a dynamic team as an Armed Security Shift Supervisor, overseeing operations, providing leadership, and ensuring exceptional service delivery during your shift while managing personnel and fosteri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$93K - $104K *

Grow your career with us as you safeguard critical data center operations. This role demands attention to detail and expertise in security systems to manage access, monitor surveillance, and respond t...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$111K - $167K *

Drive excellence in security management by leading a comprehensive industrial security program ensuring compliance with government regulations, overseeing team operations, and fostering strong relatio...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K *

Grow and lead in the innovative field of mobile surveillance technology by ensuring optimal site operations, maintaining equipment performance, and fostering client relationships while driving success...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safety and service excellence. Engage in proactive security measures and build rapport with diverse individuals to create a secure environment for all. Experie...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $150K *

Play a key role in enhancing physical security through oversight of systems, drafting emergency plans, and conducting inspections, while collaborating with security teams to ensure compliance and read...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $146K *

Join our team as a pivotal Facility Security Officer overseeing compliance with security policies, managing self-inspections, and maintaining relationships with regulatory agencies to ensure the prote...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $99K *

Elevate your career with an opportunity to lead security installations, manage teams, and drive project success in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Utilize your expertise to ensure systems operate e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $135K *

Accelerate progress at an installation management role overseeing project execution, supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and driving customer satisfaction. Lead efforts in strategy implementation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $150K *

Develop and lead security oversight for Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance and safeguarding assets through assessments and managing security protocols to support dynamic project environments...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower our comprehensive security operations by leading a team that ensures safety through policy development, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive operational excellence and be...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing security operations for classified environments. Oversee compliance, coordinate with government officials, and ensure access control while fostering a mission-focused cultu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead SAP security management, overseeing compliance, protecting sensitive information, and enhancing accreditation efforts while guiding a skilled team in a complex program envi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need for a security officer job?question toggle

    The qualifications highly depend on the type and level of the security officer job. However, a high school diploma or equivalent is generally required. Additional training and certification such as a security guard license might be necessary for some positions.

  • What is the average salary of a security officer?question toggle

    The salary can vary greatly depending on the level of responsibility and the size of the company or organization. However, security officer jobs listed on Ladders are all high-paying jobs of $100K or above.

  • Can a security officer progress to a higher role?question toggle

    Absolutely! Many security officers progress in their careers and take on higher roles such as security manager or director of security.