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.
Director, Market Access & Reimbursement, Americas
$130K - $180K *
Drive market access strategies that enhance patient access and support the growth of innovative medical technologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective reimbursement initiatives and e...
3 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Collaborate to enhance security and IT processes for seamless access management. This role optimizes device management within a growing, remote-first organization, ensuring secure, efficient workflows...
2 days ago
Sales Enablement Regional Director - North Central region
$90K - $130K *
Drive sales excellence as a key leader in the North Central region, empowering teams to succeed by aligning strategies, facilitating training, and enhancing market engagement in Local Vertical sales i...
Reposted 1 week ago
Technical Delivery Manager 2 (Technical Engagement Manager 2)
$85K - $106K *
Champion technical program launches and manage customer onboarding for bug bounty and pentesting initiatives, ensuring seamless integration and strong security posture through expert advice and suppor...
1 week ago
$210K - $230K *
Lead the charge in building and managing a high-performing QA team for capital markets trading platforms, strategizing for comprehensive testing and automation, ensuring quality and efficiency in soft...
Today
Presales Security Expert- Inside Territory Account Manager
$90K - $130K *
Collaborate with clients to enhance security solutions and address technical inquiries. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales support, network design, and training to ensure customer satisfaction and e...
4 days ago
Manager, Third Party Risk Management (Clinical_RN))
$87K - $157K *
Drive compliance and performance oversight in third-party risk management, partnering with teams to assess, audit, and guide risk mitigation strategies while reporting insights to leadership and foste...
Today
Web Developer Security Engineer
$77K - $85K *
Contribute to security enhancements by embedding security within the software development lifecycle, identifying and remediating vulnerabilities in web applications and APIs while ensuring compliance...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by driving innovation in DevOps practices, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating across teams to ensure robust automation and security within platform engineering projects...
2 weeks ago
Senior Cyber Security Engineer
$145K - $165K *
Elevate cybersecurity standards by managing enterprise security programs, collaborating with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks across multiple environments, and translating technical risks i...
3 days ago
$150K - $165K *
Lead a dynamic cybersecurity team, overseeing risk management, compliance, and operational performance within a remote work environment while fostering innovation and technical excellence...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $180K *
Drive your career forward by leading customer-side negotiations, enhancing legal processes, and safeguarding revenue growth in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on innovative legal solut...
3 weeks ago
Senior Security Operations Center Analyst
$102K - $154K *
Collaborate with a skilled team in our Security Operations Center. Engage in monitoring, incident response, detection engineering, and threat hunting to enhance cybersecurity posture and utilize innov...
3 days ago
Regional Sales Manager, Enterprise (PA)
$90K - $130K *
Advance your career by driving sales in the cybersecurity sector. Lead enterprise and mid-market sales strategies, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with teams to achieve impactful re...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Elevate enterprise-level solutions through strategic architecture and cross-functional collaboration. Lead large-scale developments and ensure alignment across stakeholders while tackling complex appl...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Advance application security across the development lifecycle while collaborating with product and engineering teams to integrate security best practices and establish a robust vulnerability managemen...
6 days ago
SAP GRC/Security Senior Consultant
$90K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative SAP security solutions, managing complex client projects while leveraging expertise in GRC and authorization concepts. Collaborate with teams to configure tailored solutions that en...
Today
Area Sales Director, Southwest
$415K - $435K *
Empower your career by leading regional Enterprise sales strategies to drive business growth and expand market presence. Manage high-performing teams and build relationships with C-suite executives to...
6 days ago
Director, Data Engineering & Architecture (Remote)
$210K - $272K *
Drive organizational success by leading data architecture and engineering efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology strategies with business objectives, ensuring scalable sy...
Yesterday
$130K - $146K *
Join a driven team to lead technology initiatives enhancing End User Computing. Utilize your project management expertise in Agile and Waterfall methodologies to deliver impactful projects on time and...
1 week ago
$142K - $152K *
Join a dynamic team to deliver complex projects that support enterprise IT strategy. Utilize advanced methodologies to manage risks and achieve high-quality outcomes while leading multiple teams in a...
1 week ago
Strategic DevSecOps Consultant
$120K - $130K *
Transform software delivery by leveraging DevSecOps and AI, collaborating with leading enterprises to improve engineering productivity and security. Provide strategic guidance, hands-on innovation, an...
2 weeks ago
$200K *
Play a key role in managing high-value enterprise accounts, driving retention and expansion while engaging with key government stakeholders. Navigate complex sales ecosystems to position the organizat...
Today
Senior Program Specialist, Technology Solutions
$80K - $90K *
Transform your career by managing technology programs, driving solutions, and enhancing user experiences in a collaborative, remote environment. Leverage your skills in change management and project c...
3 weeks ago
AWS AI Solutions Architect / AI Engineering Advisor
$120K - $160K *
Transform AI strategies into reality by designing and implementing innovative solutions on AWS. Collaborate to develop adoption roadmaps and establish responsible AI practices, ensuring impactful busi...
2 weeks 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.