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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$125K - $150K *

Empower and lead the modernization of enterprise technology and cybersecurity, ensuring resilience and security in operations critical to economic security, while guiding a diverse team to enhance IT...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading enterprise IT and cybersecurity operations, ensuring reliable delivery of essential tech services. Provide executive direction while driving modernization and enhancing oper...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the modernization of enterprise IT infrastructure and cybersecurity operations, ensuring secure and efficient delivery of critical services. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance mission cap...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead enterprise IT and cybersecurity operations to ensure secure, reliable technology services. Drive modernization and governance of technology architecture while managing complex infrastructure for...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop and lead a comprehensive Information Assurance (IA) program, ensuring compliance across various security environments by implementing policies and overseeing training, clearances, and document...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $238K *

Transform the security landscape by designing and implementing robust security solutions for operational technology, making a significant impact across diverse business lines and leading a team in enh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $192K *

Transform your career as a senior cybersecurity expert, guiding critical security measures, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance for key DoD systems while collaborating with diverse teams in a re...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $202K *

Elevate your career as a strategic change agent focused on cyber risk management, leading a team to advise senior leaders on security initiatives and ensure robust protection for business assets while...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $136K *

Empower our IT security framework, ensuring integrity and confidentiality across systems. Collaborate with teams to design protocols, manage incidents, and promote compliance. Lead training initiative...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $137K *

Elevate security by implementing comprehensive information security strategies, governing cybersecurity and risk management, ensuring compliance and safeguarding assets. Guide training, incident respo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $137K *

Oversee the development and execution of the Information Security Program to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. Lead cybersecurity governance, risk manageme...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $406K *

Deliver a robust cybersecurity governance strategy that aligns with business priorities, ensuring compliance across global regulations. Lead a high-performing team to enhance risk management, audit re...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $406K *

Lead the development and execution of a robust cybersecurity governance program, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing organizational risk management. This strategic role fosters...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $406K *

Drive a comprehensive cybersecurity governance and compliance strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Lead initiatives for risk assessment, policy execution, and regulatory readiness wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $127K *

Accelerate progress at safeguarding critical information systems by leading security authorizations and compliance for complex FBI portfolios while driving readiness and technical leadership...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $117K *

Optimize compliance and security protocols for critical FBI systems. Lead risk management and authorize security actions while mentoring junior ISSOs, ensuring mission success through strategic oversi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $124K *

Transform your career by leading security authorization for critical FBI systems. Drive innovation and ensure compliance while mentoring others and collaborating with key stakeholders to maintain the...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $124K *

Lead security initiatives to ensure FISMA compliance and authorization readiness for complex systems, providing direction and mentoring while navigating challenges across stakeholder teams and enhanci...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead cybersecurity efforts ensuring compliance with DoD standards while protecting sensitive data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security policies, oversee risk assessments, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by bridging technical and strategic needs for clients. Drive impactful discovery sessions, craft tailored solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading technical discovery and architecture design sessions that align identity capabilities with enterprise needs, ensuring impactful collaboration across sales, pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $244K *

Oversee cyber risk governance and control execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess control effectiveness, identify compliance gaps, drive remediation plans, and report on cyber r...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $244K *

Join a team that's driving cyber risk governance and control execution by assessing compliance, coordinating remediation, and providing transparent reporting to enhance the overall cyber risk posture...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $244K *

Pioneer robust cyber risk governance and control solutions to enhance compliance, engage cross-functional teams, and ensure effective remediation reporting. Partner with stakeholders to strengthen ris...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing organizational security by managing a dynamic team of engineers, ensuring compliance with information security standards, and mitigating risks to data integrity and securi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.