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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$150K - $180K *

Drive growth in enterprise sales by cultivating relationships and navigating complex pharmaceutical organizations. Leverage your expertise in clinical development to lead strategic account initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Engage as a pivotal Enterprise Sales Director driving strategic sales of innovative software solutions to healthcare providers. Connect with diverse stakeholders to execute successful sales strategies...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $300K *

Shape your career by leading global IP strategy within an innovative cybersecurity environment. Oversee the patent prosecution process, enhancing efficiency through AI-driven workflows while protectin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$185K - $227K *

Reimagine cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices, ensuring secure and efficient operations while managing a talented team. Collaborate with engineering to enhance reliability and maintainability, l...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate sales strategies to drive growth in service sectors across AMER. Engage executives, develop key relationships, and leverage your expertise to turn prospects into revenue while maximizing exis...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$173K - $231K *

Transform defense agency operations by leveraging technical sales skills to address security and compliance challenges. Collaborate with sales teams and technical experts to ensure successful adoption...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$114K - $165K *

Manage new business sales through strategic account planning and development. Build relationships with C-suite executives, oversee account strategies, and leverage AI to drive success in targeted indu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Grow your career with a strategic sales leader driving enterprise revenue growth, refining go-to-market strategies, coaching high-performing teams, and aligning executive operations across diverse sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive GitLab's Secret Detection and Vulnerability Research efforts to shape security product outcomes. Own the detection lifecycle, ensure content quality, and leverage AI to enhance operational effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI and data solutions by guiding clients through complex technology landscapes. Leverage your expertise to design scalable architectures that meet customer needs, enhance performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to roadmap development by collaborating cross-functionally to define and drive innovative product features that enhance customer experiences and grow partner relationships, ensuring timely...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Shape the future of customer growth through strategic marketing initiatives that drive upsell, cross-sell, and product adoption, leveraging data to create impactful campaigns that enhance revenue and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $240K *

Shape the future of technical training by building a comprehensive, AI-driven education program. Drive customer and partner enablement while ensuring education aligns with business outcomes across tec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $248K *

Drive the adoption of innovative technologies, shaping product direction through strategic collaboration with cross-functional teams and customer engagements. Validate new capabilities and create impa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$255K - $300K *

Optimize the Enterprise Customer Success team across AMER, enhancing customer retention, satisfaction, and outcomes for large global clients while driving strategy in collaboration with cross-function...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $273K *

Help us drive the future of AI integrations by building scalable products, mentoring engineers, and collaborating across teams to optimize solutions that enhance enterprise efficiency and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $220K *

Empower partners by providing expert technical guidance and training to enhance their capabilities in delivering cybersecurity solutions, ensuring successful engagement and solution adoption among ent...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $185K *

Join a hands-on leadership role to enhance platform infrastructure and tooling, guiding a team to deliver reliable and automated solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally and drive efficiency through...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$132K - $199K *

Empower clients by driving Professional Services sales, ensuring client success, and generating revenue throughout the eastern US region. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$179K - $224K *

Inspire innovation by leveraging your deep expertise in dbt to guide enterprise customers in implementing, troubleshooting, and optimizing technical solutions as part of a dynamic, collaborative team...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading regional clinical sales efforts, coaching talent, and driving utilization growth through innovative strategies and strong cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic med...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Contribute to security innovation as a Staff Software Engineer focused on scalable, secure solutions. Collaborate with teams, design architectures, manage risks, and enhance software reliability to dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Transform our endpoint security by designing and building robust software systems that protect a vast global infrastructure, ensuring compliance and automating threat response while collaborating with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $261K *

Develop integrated business insights and advanced analytics to drive strategies for gene therapies in rare cardiology. Lead forecasting, disease modeling, and market research to enhance understanding...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape innovative customer data and marketing solutions by leading implementation projects and guiding clients through technology integrations, thereby enhancing overall marketing efficacy and technica...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.