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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$175K - $251K *

Unlock potential by leading technical presentations and customer solutions, driving impactful sales engineering for security technologies while collaborating globally to shape cloud-enabled futures...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Optimize offensive security strategies by leading comprehensive red team engagements. Assess critical systems to identify vulnerabilities, demonstrate risks, and provide actionable insights, while men...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Lead the charge in security research to enhance threat intelligence by analyzing in-the-wild exploits and collaborating with experts to track adversary behavior and develop actionable insights...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in incident response and operational excellence as you mentor analysts and enhance cybersecurity processes across global teams for effective threat detection and resolution...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $183K *

Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

Accelerate impact by leading strategic sourcing initiatives for technology services, optimizing procurement, and forging strong supplier partnerships to deliver value and mitigate risk across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $206K *

Lead the modernization of large-scale AWS cloud platforms. Design, automate, and secure DevSecOps practices to enhance software delivery in a dynamic agile environment, collaborating with cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to uncovering eCrime activities, particularly among Russian-language actors. This role requires expert skills in OSINT and threat analysis to deliver key insights and repo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $322K *

Lead a high-performing team of Solutions Engineers to enhance customer outcomes and drive technical sales execution, fostering collaboration across multiple departments while maintaining the foundatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform mid-market sales with ownership of the full sales cycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive revenue growth by engaging with security leaders and effectively addressing their bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to advance security research in Active Directory and Entra ID, focusing on identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing product features through innovative approaches and collaboration wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K *

Shape the future of data security by leading a transformative team that embraces Agile methodologies and DevSecOps principles while ensuring compliance and safeguarding taxpayer information...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Tackle comprehensive cybersecurity challenges by leading security measures for cloud environments and ensuring compliance with essential risk management frameworks to protect critical data and systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape compliance strategies and frameworks in a growing, dynamic organization. Lead risk management, regulatory governance, and ethics programs while ensuring operational excellence in financial servi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive our governance, risk, and compliance program, enhancing maturity and effectiveness, while leading assessments and audits to support organizational security and compliance objectives. Collaborate...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $148K *

Elevate your career by leading financial reporting and compliance initiatives, managing a talented accounting team, and driving process improvements to ensure accurate financial operations in a dynami...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $175K *

Elevate customer security outcomes as a SecOps Technical Success Manager! Cultivate deep relationships, drive engagement, and enhance value realization in cybersecurity solutions while collaborating a...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing security solutions for clients. Leverage your communication, organizational skills, and technical expertise to implement, monitor, and improve security measur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining risk management by integrating underwriting, claims, and security into a cohesive risk lifecycle. Drive strategy, lead product managers, and enhance performance across th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $250K *

Explore solutions in endpoint security as a Senior Product Security Engineer. Collaborate with teams to enhance product design, conduct in-depth security assessments, and champion secure coding practi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $160K *

Lead application security engagements using generative AI for source code review. Mentor junior team members, coordinate with leadership, and enhance security processes through innovative methodologie...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $275K *

Shape the future of AI by leading and scaling engineering teams to deliver impactful production-grade AI systems and platform services that drive strategic initiatives within a collaborative environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $160K *

Join a team that's pioneering cloud security as you engage in Red Team Blue Team exercises, enhancing client defenses against cyber threats while ensuring real-time support in incident response and th...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $180K *

Innovate with us to enhance our Third Party Risk Management program through automation and collaboration. Join a dynamic team that transforms security governance into an engineering discipline, elevat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $231K *

Reimagine your career by leading a global DevOps/CloudOps team. Drive innovation and efficiency in cloud environments, ensuring exceptional infrastructure reliability and application performance while...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.