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.
Business Development Executive (Director)
$137K - $302K *
Drive growth by identifying and securing high-value opportunities within the Intelligence Community, fostering customer relationships, and leading strategic initiatives to enhance CACI's business deve...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Cyber Security Engineer, Mobile Device Protection (Remote)
$110K - $130K *
Empower mobile security by designing and implementing solutions to enhance device protection, ensuring compliance and integrity across technology assets while mentoring the cybersecurity team in threa...
2 weeks ago
Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) Analyst
$69K - $105K *
Shape data security processes by collaborating with stakeholders to ensure sensitive data protection, compliance, and operational excellence, while supporting technology implementation and refining se...
4 days ago
Senior Security Engineer (SASE/ZTNA)
$116K - $145K *
Empower secure access solutions by designing and operating ZTNA/SASE architectures. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance, troubleshoot issues, and integrate technologies in both GCCH and Com...
1 week ago
Counter-Threat Intelligence Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in enhancing cyber defense strategies by transforming threat intelligence into actionable security measures that protect our systems, users, and data while collaborating with cross-fun...
Today
$82K - $172K *
Lead the design and implementation of advanced AWS cloud solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to support migration and ensure compliance with security standards. Drive innovative strategies for sc...
Today
$150K - $175K *
Lead the implementation of data governance standards across platforms, ensuring quality, compliance, and access control while collaborating with engineering teams to embed governance into data product...
3 weeks ago
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Engineer, Sr.
$120K - $145K *
Pioneer innovative Zero Trust solutions to enhance cybersecurity measures, collaborate with senior leaders, and implement advanced architectures for sensitive data management that meet evolving missio...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic Customer Success team to drive value for Fortune 500 clients, manage strategic relationships, and enhance software adoption to achieve successful business outcomes in a collaborative, h...
Reposted 3 days ago
Virtual Security Operations Center-Program Ma
$110K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence by managing a cutting-edge Virtual Security Operations Center, leading strategic programs to deliver critical cybersecurity solutions, while ensuring compliance and foster...
1 week ago
Chief Product Officer (US- Remote)
$300K *
Drive product vision and strategy for an AI-native threat intelligence platform. Lead a high-performing team to innovate solutions that empower organizations to defend against advanced cyber threats e...
Reposted yesterday
Manager, Network Engineering - Transport (Remote)
$140K - $215K *
Lead and optimize the engineering team to enhance backbone and cloud infrastructure scalability. Drive technical roadmaps while ensuring stability and best practices across hybrid networks. Engage wit...
1 week ago
$128K - $171K *
Elevate your career by managing compliance programs, including ISMS and audits. Collaborate across teams to drive security initiatives, ensuring alignment with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 standards. Design an...
1 week ago
$163K - $218K *
Shape the future of information security by maintaining and advancing our ISMS while ensuring ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type 2 compliance. Drive collaborations across teams to build effective processes and...
2 weeks ago
Consultant, Cybersecurity (Agentic Solutions Engineer)
$118K - $178K *
Shape the future of cyber defense with innovative, production-ready solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement agentic AI that enhances cybersecurity operations, ensuring high sta...
Reposted today
Information Security Architect
$128K - $191K *
Lead the charge in designing security architecture for healthcare systems, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate across IT and clinical teams to align security strategies with re...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sr. Security Engineer II - IRAP Program Lead (Remote Eligible)
$175K - $245K *
Lead the charge in APAC government security compliance. Own IRAP and ISMAP programs, drive assessments, and architect strategies ensuring adherence to crucial frameworks across Australia and Japan whi...
2 weeks ago
Principal Information Security Consultant
$135K - $216K *
Transform your career by leading secure architecture and engineering efforts across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring compliance with NIST and IRS standards while significantly enhancing cy...
1 week ago
Sr. Systems Engineer- Hybrid Remote
$120K - $125K *
Drive advanced PKI solutions and credential management to enhance secure identity access within government modernization efforts. Collaborate with a specialized team to ensure high performance and sec...
1 week ago
Cybersecurity Account Executive - Commercial (DFW)
$261K - $356K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in cybersecurity. With a focus on enhancing security resilience, you'll build relationships and create strategies that propel double-digit revenue growth while pr...
1 week ago
Federal Privacy Assessor (CIPP/US Certified) - Remote (Washington, D.C. area preferred)
$135K - $165K *
Elevate federal privacy standards by leading comprehensive assessments. Leverage expertise in NIST SP 800-53 controls to evaluate policies, identify deficiencies, and deliver actionable remediation re...
5 days ago
Senior Cloud Security Engineer
$141K - $221K *
Empower your career by joining a leading security team that enhances cloud security and implements measures to ensure data safety. Drive initiatives across the organization while collaborating with en...
2 weeks ago
Presales Solutions Engineer - Cloud Security
$120K - $230K *
Elevate your career with a dynamic role in cybersecurity solutions engineering, where you'll lead technical discovery sessions, design secure architectures, and support sales teams by crafting innovat...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Information Systems Security Officer
$70K - $115K *
Unlock potential by becoming an Information System Security Officer, ensuring compliance and security risk management in a dynamic government environment. Take initiative to enhance security practices...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team driving new business growth in cybersecurity. You will engage decision makers, close high-value deals, and collaborate with partners to deliver innovative solutions across various...
Reposted 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.