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.
$150K - $200K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by serving as a senior advisor to key executives, aligning security initiatives with business goals and driving revenue growth through strategic oversight and influen...
1 week ago
Strategic Information CISO team member
$90K - $130K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role driving cybersecurity strategies to enhance organizational security. Collaborate with stakeholders, implement critical policies, and build metrics to ensure the pr...
1 week ago
Manager - Business Information Security Office
$121K - $213K *
Champion a compliance-oriented team managing security operations and documentation. Drive improvements, oversee audits, and foster effective communication with stakeholders while maintaining complianc...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Cyber/Cloud Security Specialist
$185K - $200K *
Join the team as a Lead Cybersecurity Specialist, overseeing the IT Security Program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate threats and enhance security operations in a dynamic environme...
5 days ago
$130K - $135K *
Lead the charge in integrating security within the software development lifecycle, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while managing cloud and infrastructure operations in a fully remote set...
2 weeks ago
Field Chief Information Security Officer (Field CISO)
$150K - $200K *
Join a team that shapes enterprise security by engaging customers as a strategic advisor. You'll leverage deep cybersecurity expertise to foster trust and drive growth, while bridging internal strateg...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Business Information Security Officer (BISO)
$245K - $337K *
Lead the charge in driving security alignment and risk management across product and engineering teams. Ensure secure-by-design development and empower teams to adopt security policies, fostering inno...
Yesterday
Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer
$150K - $200K *
Join a team that's defining and overseeing enterprise cybersecurity and technology risk for a leading financial institution, ensuring robust governance and transformational enablement across technolog...
Reposted 1 week ago
$175K - $200K *
Transform your career by leading the implementation of Zero Trust Architecture initiatives to enhance cybersecurity and governance for enterprise environments. Leverage your project management and tec...
1 week ago
Director of Information Security
$160K - $170K *
Take ownership of the University’s information security program, leading strategy development and governance while fostering collaboration across academic and administrative departments to enhance sec...
1 week ago
Director, Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
$120K - $150K *
Lead cybersecurity governance initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management while fostering collaboration across teams. Enhance cybersecurity awareness and drive strategic alignment with busine...
2 weeks ago
Director, Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
$130K - $180K *
Champion a transformative cybersecurity strategy by ensuring compliance and governance in risk management while leading a dynamic team and collaborating across the organization to achieve key objectiv...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Information Security Operations
$100K - $130K *
Develop and lead a talented Security Operations Team, ensuring best practices in information security while implementing and optimizing security controls across diverse environments...
1 week ago
Senior Information Systems Security Engineer
$135K - $165K *
Elevate the cybersecurity posture through expert risk management, compliance, and vulnerability mitigation efforts. Drive high-level engineering solutions to ensure robust security standards within mi...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $133K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by ensuring compliance and accreditation support for vital Air Combat Command missions, while maintaining secure network environments through thorough risk management...
Reposted 5 days ago
Field CISO, Head of Client Security Assurance
$280K - $300K *
Join a team that champions security excellence by advising C-level executives in the financial sector, translating complex security strategies into client trust, and ensuring alignment with rigorous c...
Yesterday
Information Security Program Manager ( Remote US)
$90K - $130K *
Champion client success by managing key relationships and ensuring strategic alignment with their business goals, driving product adoption and revenue retention through proactive account management an...
4 days ago
U1 Chief Information Security Officer
$150K - $200K *
Develop and lead the enterprise cybersecurity strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals while safeguarding organizational assets. Collaborate with executive leadership to embed security practic...
4 days ago
Enterprise Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Senior
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's leading RMF activities across ARNG systems to enhance cybersecurity compliance and risk management. Collaborate with various teams to develop authorization artifacts and ensure robu...
2 weeks ago
Chief Information Security Officer
$126K - $151K *
Lead and execute comprehensive enterprise cybersecurity strategies, overseeing risk management and information security programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to align security initiatives with organ...
6 days ago
Chief Information Security Officer
$126K - $151K *
Join us to lead our enterprise cybersecurity strategy, overseeing risk management, governance, and protecting information systems while aligning with business objectives and organizational goals...
6 days ago
Chief Information Security Officer
$126K - $151K *
Lead and shape the cybersecurity strategy while safeguarding critical information systems. Oversee risk management, mentor teams, and align initiatives with organizational goals to strengthen security...
6 days ago
$145K - $170K *
Lead the charge in managing and mentoring a diverse team of system administrators to ensure the performance and security of mission-critical systems in a hybrid work environment...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Help us enhance cybersecurity compliance by leading technical support, training, and incident reporting. Collaborate with team members to ensure operational security and effective risk management acro...
3 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Address security gaps by monitoring threats, managing compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders. Contribute to incident response, policy updates, and security awareness initiatives to strengthen...
3 days 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.