Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Jobs

Explore the highest paying CISO roles across different industries on Ladders. Your next career step into Information Security starts here.

What is a CISO?

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.

The Demand for CISO Jobs

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.

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$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of DevOps by empowering developers with modern tools and workflows. Leverage your expertise to create engaging content, train teams, and build a vibrant community, enhancing productiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate distributor partnerships by driving operational excellence and revenue growth. Manage day-to-day activities while fostering relationships with distribution partners. Engage in data analysis an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Tackle the challenge of architecting data analytics solutions in a dynamic team environment, driving enterprise reporting, dashboard development, and automation projects while collaborating with busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $165K *

Lead the charge in technical presales as the expert advisor. Own partner relationships, ensuring architectural accuracy and guiding complex AWS solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Engage with key stakeholders to drive cloud security solutions, leveraging strategic account planning and building trusted partnerships. Contribute to a dynamic sales environment focused on client suc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic outreach efforts to engage high-potential customers, driving impactful sales discussions, and enhancing brand visibility in a dynamic, collaborative environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$191K - $306K *

Champion revenue growth by leading strategic sales initiatives, guiding teams, and fostering executive relationships to drive results and market share in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $210K *

Drive assessment innovation for career-focused AP courses, collaborating across departments and leading design and development teams. Own the ongoing evolution of assessments, ensuring they engage and...

US-AnywhereRemote

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

$140K - $239K *

Join a dynamic team to lead credit risk strategy for a fintech platform. Manage counterparty and transactional credit exposure while balancing growth and risk across various payment products. Transfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $115K *

Discover impactful leadership opportunities by managing and elevating the Inside Partner Success team to enhance client experiences through operational excellence and strategic collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $250K *

Strong candidates have typically sold into VP and C-level buyers across operations, supply chain, IT, security, and asset management, often inside a single deal...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

by Emeka Alozie  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $367K *

Strategically manage client engagements to drive business development and ensure delivery excellence across Cloud & Infrastructure services, optimizing large deal opportunities while fostering strong...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $367K *

Shape the future of our Cloud & Infrastructure Services by managing strategic client relationships, driving business development, and leading large deal pursuits to maximize revenue and client satisfa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion a transformative Sales Enablement strategy that empowers cross-functional teams, enhances product knowledge, and drives customer success. Collaborate, innovate, and influence to optimize sale...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Lead robust Corporate IT operations, ensuring effective management of SaaS tools, vendor relations, and user support while enhancing IT efficiency and service delivery across the organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive knowledge management excellence by enhancing decision support, accessibility, and governance across the National Guard enterprise. Collaborate with teams, develop metrics, and lead knowledge-sha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Engineer strategic transformation initiatives to modernize enterprise IT, overseeing program execution, Agile software delivery, and cloud adoption while ensuring compliance and alignment with DoD obj...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance client satisfaction and drive product adoption, leveraging your Learning & Development expertise to optimize strategies and demonstrate measurable value through effective LM...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to cultivate strong client relationships and drive product adoption while leveraging your L&D expertise to design impactful learning programs that align with business objectives and de...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $200K *

Support customer success by building strategic relationships and driving sales growth. Engage with key stakeholders to understand their needs and align cloud security solutions to enhance their busine...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $238K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative analytics systems, focusing on cost attribution and AI integration while supporting robust data platforms, enhancing production efficiencies and scaling capabi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by architecting cutting-edge AI/ML solutions to enhance cloud and analytics systems, ensuring robust integration with enterprise architectures while leading responsible AI practice...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Innovate the security landscape by driving cloud, network, and infrastructure security across multiple platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enforce policies and create resilient archi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Accelerate growth as a strategic leader in B2B telehealth, owning the commercial engine for new business acquisition, customer retention, and revenue operations, while driving scalable commercializati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive the AI engineering vision by leading a team in developing innovative algorithms and solutions that meet business goals, ensuring effective collaboration across departments and adherence to ethic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What skills are required for a CISO role?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    CISOs are in demand across nearly all industries, with particularly high demand in tech, finance, and healthcare sectors.