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.
Deputy Chief Information Officer, Information Technology And Security Operations
$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
Deputy Chief Information Officer, Information Technology And Security Operations
$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
Deputy Chief Information Officer, Information Technology And Security Operations
$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
Deputy Chief Information Officer, Information Technology And Security Operations
$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
Information Security Systems Officer (ISSO)
$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
Business Information Security Officer (BISO) – Operational Technology
$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
Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
$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
Business Information Security Officer
$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
Information Security Administrator
$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
$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
$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
Vice President, Security Controls & Compliance
$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
Vice President, Security Controls & Compliance
$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
Vice President, Security Controls & Compliance
$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
Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
$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
Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
$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
Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
$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
Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
$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
Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
$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
Solution Architect, Identity Security
$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...
1 week ago
Solution Architect, Identity Security
$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
$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
$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
$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
$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
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.