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.
Public Sector Internal Audit & Risk Advisory Senior Consultant
$80K - $153K *
Drive exceptional client service as you assess and manage risks, ensuring organizations achieve their objectives while enhancing your skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment...
3 weeks ago
Director, Total Rewards (Remote, USA)
$148K - $197K *
Drive the total rewards strategy, aligning global compensation and benefits to business goals while ensuring compliance and enhancing employee engagement through innovative programs and communication...
5 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that drives revenue growth through strategic partnerships with Global System Integrators. Leverage your experience to cultivate relationships, execute innovative strategies, and enhance pi...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform client engagement strategies by leading AI deployments, driving collaboration, and ensuring seamless integration. Play a pivotal role in shaping operations while delivering innovative soluti...
3 weeks ago
Digital Solutions - NetSuite - Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive project success by leading NetSuite implementations and enhancements. Collaborate with innovative clients to transform business operations while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic, su...
3 weeks ago
Managing Consultant, Managed Services
$126K - $193K *
Transform your career by leading innovative solutions for complex Managed Services client projects. Oversee technical design, integration, and project guidance in a dynamic environment aimed at enhanc...
2 days ago
Account Executive 4, Direct Sales
$280K - $350K *
Champion large accounts by leveraging relationships and insights to drive strategic business solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction while maximizing team strengths and competitive offerings for enh...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $100K *
Join a team that's modernizing enterprise technology by optimizing systems, integrating AI solutions, and collaborating across functions to enhance healthcare operations while ensuring compliance and...
1 week ago
Partner Marketing Manager - Cloud & AI
$110K - $120K *
Join a team that's redefining partner marketing by executing innovative co-marketing strategies with top technology partners and driving revenue growth through effective MDF and incentive programs acr...
Today
Inside Sales Engineer (Remote)
$90K - $110K *
Engage and empower customers by providing technical leadership and solutions tailored to their needs, supporting sales initiatives and driving revenue through innovative cloud data management strategi...
3 weeks ago
Customer Success Manager - Government Solutions
$105K - $130K *
Empower public sector agencies to achieve strategic goals by driving solution adoption, improving customer satisfaction, and delivering actionable insights. Foster collaboration and operational effici...
1 week ago
Customer Success Manager - Government Solutions
$105K - $130K *
Unlock potential by serving as a trusted advisor to government agencies, driving solution adoption and enabling value realization through strategic account management and data analytics, ensuring cust...
1 week ago
Communications Manager (US Remote, East Coast)
$90K - $110K *
Oversee and enhance IRIS' PR strategy in the US, driving visibility in accounting, payroll, and HR. Manage media relations, crisis communications, and executive visibility while integrating AI-focused...
Yesterday
Lead Cyber Threat Intelligence Data Architect
$129K - $177K *
Transform cyber threat intelligence into actionable insights, ensuring data is structured for both analysts and AI systems. Lead with expertise in threat intelligence platforms, optimizing workflows...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sr Application Security Engineer
$135K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading application security initiatives, conducting testing, and enhancing secure coding practices across teams, ensuring resilient applications throughout development and product...
3 weeks ago
Senior Technical Consultant | Remote
$120K - $153K *
Drive innovation by delivering Elastic solutions, guiding architecture design, and optimizing capacity in critical environments, while mentoring teams and fostering strong customer relationships for m...
2 weeks ago
Senior Strategist, AI Advisory
$135K - $160K *
Take ownership of AI strategy and advisory for diverse clients by bridging technology and business needs. Lead workshops, develop roadmaps, and drive adoption of innovative solutions while influencing...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Build and scale essential IT systems for seamless employee operations. Own endpoint engineering, identity management, and security compliance to drive superior IT functionality and support at all orga...
5 days ago
Regional Director, Enterprise Sales
$185K - $210K *
Lead enterprise sales strategy across the Eastern US, driving revenue growth and fostering executive relationships while coaching a high-performing team. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize sal...
1 week ago
Senior Sales Engineer - Majors, East Central
$154K - $221K *
Join a team that pioneers innovative technical solutions to critical customer challenges. As a Senior Sales Engineer, you'll oversee technical sales processes, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive...
2 weeks ago
Senior Sales Engineer - Majors, East Central
$154K - $221K *
Elevate customer success by architecting innovative technical solutions, overseeing the sales process, and collaborating with teams to resolve critical pain points for major accounts in the East Centr...
3 weeks ago
$86K - $138K *
Transform cloud security by leading a team focused on AWS infrastructure protection. Drive strategy, ensure compliance, and innovate security measures while collaborating with engineering and DevOps t...
1 week ago
Systems Engineering Director (Remote)
$163K - $303K *
Empower a high-performing systems engineering team by aligning technical strategies with organizational goals. Drive innovation and ensure successful delivery of complex systems solutions while mainta...
3 weeks ago
GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Analyst
$102K *
Unlock potential by leading GRC initiatives that enhance compliance and risk management. Collaborate across teams to ensure security controls are effective and drive improvements through audits, asses...
Today
$120K - $150K *
Champion innovative federal AI solutions, driving sales strategies and building relationships with key stakeholders to secure new business opportunities and enhance customer adoption of advanced techn...
3 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.