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.
$80K - $110K *
Advance the client delivery experience by leveraging your expertise in higher education assessment to cultivate strong relationships and drive platform adoption, ensuring impactful and measurable outc...
Reposted 2 days ago
Security Services Sales Representative
$95K - $120K *
Empower client relationships by driving security services sales, leveraging your expertise to connect with diverse industries and close high-value contracts while managing fruitful partnerships for su...
5 days ago
Senior Security Consultant, Operational Technologies (OT)
$100K - $175K *
Grow expertise in Operational Technology security, leading critical engagements across industrial systems. Collaborate on advanced methodologies while mentoring others and contributing to pivotal rese...
3 weeks ago
Executive Director, Enterprise Systems
$230K - $275K *
Join a team that's redefining HR technology by leading the strategic direction and operational support for the Workday platform while ensuring alignment with business priorities and compliance across...
2 days ago
Sr. Full Stack Engineer (Remote)
$140K - $215K *
Champion the evolution of marketing operations by architecting robust AI-driven infrastructure and tools that empower teams. Collaborate directly with stakeholders to streamline workflows, achieve sca...
4 weeks ago
Security Solutions Lead Consultant - Customer Success
$127K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead complex cybersecurity projects, drive strategies, and build strong client relations to expand transformational work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation...
2 weeks ago
Director, Capture Management - Enterprise Capture
$200K - $240K *
Champion high-stakes capture management by leading strategic government pursuits. Drive business growth through innovative strategies, team collaboration, and executive engagement, focusing on complex...
Reposted 1 week ago
Data Engineer, Go to Market (Remote)
$85K - $120K *
Drive innovative data solutions as a Data Engineer, crafting scalable data architectures that empower business insights. Collaborate with teams to enhance data integrity and optimize workflows for str...
4 weeks ago
Principal Researcher, Financial Services
$162K - $263K *
Empower cybersecurity by analyzing financial threats and sharing insights. Collaborate with teams to identify emerging risks, document trends, and present findings. Drive thought leadership in the fin...
3 weeks ago
Regional Sales Manager, Majors (N. TOLA)
$100K - $150K *
Unlock potential by driving strategy and sales for major accounts in cybersecurity. Build relationships, achieve high-impact deals, and collaborate with teams to ensure success in a complex sales land...
3 weeks ago
Backend Developer - Ruby on Rails (Remote)
$90K - $120K *
Develop innovative backend solutions by integrating Ruby on Rails, APIs, and AI enhancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system performance, reliability, and compliance in a ful...
6 days ago
Senior Security Consultant (Web Application Penetration Tester)
$90K - $130K *
Address security challenges as a Senior Security Consultant. Conduct web application penetration tests, mentor peers, and enhance client security through expertise and innovation in offensive cybersec...
3 weeks ago
Senior Product Security Engineer II
$192K - $202K *
Contribute to an innovative team focused on enhancing security posture through offensive security techniques, collaboration, and continuous learning. Your expertise will play a crucial role in safegua...
3 weeks ago
Senior Product Security Engineer II
$196K - $207K *
Transform security practices by designing and executing offensive security operations. Collaborate with teams to integrate security testing into product lifecycles, leveraging tools and mentoring for...
3 weeks ago
$156K - $181K *
Join a team that drives security excellence by conducting vulnerability assessments, managing compliance, and mentoring. Collaborate with IT and InfoSec teams to enhance cloud security measures and pr...
4 weeks ago
Chief Financial Officer (Remote)
$250K - $250K+*
Empower your career by providing strategic financial leadership for global growth, building a world-class finance function while driving value for stakeholders and investors. Collaborate remotely with...
Reposted yesterday
Lead Director - Artificial Intelligence Solutions Engineering and Delivery
$144K - $288K *
Empower the development of scalable AI/ML solutions through leadership, architectural innovation, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance enterprise capabilities and deliver exceptional health o...
Reposted yesterday
$68K - $114K *
Empower commercial and mid-market customers to realize value from the Vectra AI platform through personalized and scalable customer engagement strategies, ensuring successful adoption and maximizing s...
1 week ago
$125K - $135K *
Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales and shape innovative technology solutions. Engage with executive leaders, cultivate strategic client relationships, and lead transformative pursuits in ma...
Today
Cloud Operations Admin (Remote)
$70K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage enterprise cloud infrastructure, providing support across private and public cloud services. Collaborate with engineering and development teams to enhance operations...
2 weeks ago
Client Delivery Manager - Revenue Cycle (REMOTE)
$80K - $110K *
Deliver exceptional client support as you manage operational alignment, performance insights, and issue resolution across assigned accounts, advocating for clients while collaborating with internal te...
3 weeks ago
Presales Security Expert- Enterprise
$120K - $150K *
Grow your career with an influential presales role, delivering security solutions and driving technical innovation through customer engagement, strategic design, and collaborative teamwork to enhance...
2 days ago
Identity and Access Management Cloud Engineer
$165K - $260K *
Unlock potential by designing and securing identity capabilities for cloud infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement access control and optimize cloud security posture acr...
Today
Identity Access Management Security Engineer
$86K - $138K *
Transform processes at the intersection of technology and security by developing and managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, ensuring system integrity and user access control across v...
4 weeks ago
Vice President, Enterprise Risk Management (Remote)
$200K - $250K *
Lead the charge in developing a comprehensive enterprise risk management strategy, ensuring effective risk assessment and mitigation across global operations while collaborating with executive leaders...
2 days 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.