Explore the highest paying CISO roles across different industries on Ladders. Your next career step into Information Security starts here.
A Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a senior-level executive responsible for developing and implementing an information security program, which includes procedures and policies designed to protect enterprise communications, systems and assets from both internal and external threats.
With the rise in digital threats, the demand for experienced, skilled CISO personnel is higher than ever – providing fantastic career prospects for those passionate about information security.
$110K - $130K *
Join our team to analyze and evaluate network events in a 24/7 SOC, conducting threat hunting and collaborating with MDR Analysts. Develop incident reports, improve SOC processes, and provide actionab...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's scaling global revenue operations. As a strategic partner to the CRO, you'll drive operational excellence, manage initiatives, and influence key decisions in a fast-paced environmen...
1 week ago
Team Lead, Security Operations Center (SOC) - 3rd Shift
$121K - $152K *
Elevate the effectiveness of our Security Operations Center as you lead a team in refining processes, enhancing incident response, and fostering collaboration. Drive operational maturity and ensure qu...
3 weeks ago
Incident Response Senior Consultant (Remote)
$95K - $140K *
Unlock your potential by leading incident response teams and conducting advanced investigations. Collaborate with clients to deliver innovative solutions that address critical security challenges, whi...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead enterprise data architecture development to enhance data governance, interoperability, and analytics, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align strategies and ensure data quality across...
3 weeks ago
Specialist Account Executive, ZT Branch - Majors, West + Central
$133K - $190K *
Empower your career by driving revenue growth within the Zero Trust Branch product suite. Collaborate with teams and C-level executives to showcase cloud security solutions. Your strategic expertise w...
3 weeks ago
National Alliances Manager (Remote)
$130K - $175K *
Join a team that's transforming alliances by developing strategic plans to exceed partner growth expectations and elevate brand presence across national partners, collaborating closely with sales lead...
2 weeks ago
$117K - $176K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity management by leading a dedicated team to triage, prioritize, and escalate security requests and incidents, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across...
2 weeks ago
$220K - $257K *
Accelerate results by leading technical support for channel partners, enhancing their business capabilities through tailored solutions, demonstrations, and training while driving strategic growth init...
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Sr. Executive Events & Experiences Manager (Remote)
$130K - $200K *
Lead the charge in designing premium executive experiences and strategic engagements that connect influential CxOs with innovative cybersecurity insights. Foster strong relationships and ensure flawle...
3 weeks ago
Principal Cybersecurity Assurance Engineer (Remote - United States)
$124K - $170K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity in healthcare by leading assurance activities, managing risks, and championing compliance throughout the product life cycle while collaborating w...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead security design for AI workloads by implementing robust architectures, policies, and defenses across multiple cloud platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure safe AI practices and compli...
2 weeks ago
$165K - $297K *
Shape the future of defense initiatives by leading capture strategies and enhancing customer relationships for major national security opportunities, ensuring successful proposal development from star...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Detection Engineering (Rapid Response Team)
$164K - $226K *
Lead the charge in enhancing detection capabilities within our Rapid Response Team. Drive innovative solutions for emerging threats, fostering team growth while providing hands-on technical leadership...
4 weeks ago
$113K - $158K *
Grow your career by shaping enterprise networking solutions that drive success. Collaborate with sales teams to optimize demand generation, engage with customers, and deliver innovative strategies tha...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
VP - Analyst, CIO Enterprise AI Strategy
$194K - $234K *
Transform the future of technology by providing cutting-edge insights and actionable strategies. Collaborate with industry leaders, analyze market trends, and mentor teams, all while showcasing your e...
1 week ago
Sr Engineer, SRE TechOps CICD (Remote)
$140K - $215K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, spearheading automation and ensuring the reliability of vital services in our internal developer platform, aimed at enhancing software deploy...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Drive strategic customer engagement by educating on cybersecurity solutions, identifying unique challenges, and delivering tailored end-to-end security offerings that enhance organization resilience a...
1 week ago
$125K - $148K *
Unlock potential by collaborating with sales to provide tailored security solutions, addressing client challenges through insightful demonstrations and education, ensuring their operations remain prot...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Support and educate our clients through technical insights, helping them understand and resolve cybersecurity challenges with innovative solutions. Collaborate with sales to tailor security strategies...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Global Strategic Orchestration - Commercial IT
$95K - $193K *
Lead integrated commercial technology strategy execution across multiple initiatives, ensuring alignment of priorities, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance value realization and...
2 weeks ago
Director - Product Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management
$186K - $353K *
Lead the charge in implementing robust cyber supply chain risk strategies across product lifecycles, ensuring secure development practices for DoD and commercial aerospace sectors while collaborating...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sr NetIQ Engineer (NetIQ OpenText)
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by providing advanced support and engineering for complex Identity Manager environments. Analyze, troubleshoot, and enhance NetIQ Open Text Identity Manager applications while coll...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Security Governance Manager (Remote / DC-Metro)
$155K - $190K *
Transform security governance practices to support federal compliance and customer assurance. Lead a dynamic team in managing authorizations and enhance documentation quality while collaborating with...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Cyber Security Engineer
$165K - $200K *
Execute advanced cybersecurity strategies to safeguard Veterans' data through regulatory compliance, stakeholder collaboration, and innovative technical solutions. Lead efforts in securing networks, e...
1 week ago
What skills are required for a CISO role?
A successful CISO must possess great communication, leadership, and strategic planning skills, along with a deep understanding of information security and risk management.
What are the responsibilities of a CISO?
Major responsibilities include securing both company and customer information, creating and implementing security strategies, and ensuring compliance with national and international regulations.
What industries employ CISOs?
CISOs are in demand across nearly all industries, with particularly high demand in tech, finance, and healthcare sectors.