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.
Virtual Client Information Security Officer
$150K - $180K *
Support our clients as a Virtual Client Information Security Officer, integrating top-tier security strategies while consulting and mentoring teams. Engage deeply with clients, ensuring strong adheren...
1 week ago
$150K - $200K *
Champion cybersecurity strategies for top executives, driving business outcomes through advisory and integration. Leverage expertise in security to influence partners, enhance security programs, and p...
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 3 weeks ago
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...
1 week 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...
1 week ago
Senior Risk Manager - Information Security
$175K - $220K *
Champion enterprise risk management by leading a team to identify, assess, and treat risks across the organization, collaborating with stakeholders to drive a risk-aware culture and improve processes...
1 week ago
Director, Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance
$147K - $268K *
Pioneer the enterprise cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance programs, providing strategic oversight and leadership across organizational cybersecurity initiatives to effectively m...
Today
Senior Director, CISO Healthcare West
$224K - $320K *
Unlock your potential by leading technology advancements in healthcare. Drive strategy as a key technical executive sponsor for major providers, ensuring technology standards align with growth and cus...
Today
vCIO - Virtual Chief Information Officer
$120K - $150K *
Champion strategic technology alignment for top-tier clients, guiding risk management, operational maturity, and growth initiatives. Collaborate closely to drive modernization and enhance client engag...
3 weeks ago
Director, Facility Security Officer
$184K - $230K *
Take ownership of security compliance and policy development while serving as the principal advisor to the security committee. Lead the Insider Threat Program, ensuring adherence to regulatory obligat...
Today
Cyber Advisor, Managed Security (Remote)
$90K - $120K *
Pioneer cutting-edge cybersecurity services for small businesses, engaging with clients to enhance their security readiness. Collaborate across teams to drive impactful risk mitigation strategies, lev...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Director, IT & Security GRC
$138K - $235K *
Lead the charge in advancing technology risk management and controls. Collaborate with executives to enhance compliance and actionable risk insights, ensuring a resilient framework that meets regulato...
3 weeks ago
Certification Program Compliance and Risk Manager
$85K - $128K *
Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and integrity of certification programs. Manage policies, accreditation processes, and address fraud risks while collaborating with internal teams to enhance ope...
1 week ago
Virtual Chief Information Officer (vCIO) - Healthcare
$120K - $180K *
Transform healthcare technology by providing strategic IT direction, enabling mid-size companies to optimize resident care and compliance through innovative solutions and expert consulting...
1 week ago
Sr. Manager Information Security Risk Manager
$100K - $130K *
Drive your career by enhancing GRC functions to boost information security maturity. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, improve processes, and ensure compliance while leading audits and safeg...
5 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Empower clients to enhance cybersecurity strategy with tailored roadmaps. Serve as a trusted advisor, translating risk into actionable insights while fostering long-term client relationships and guidi...
Today
$172K - $202K *
Join as a senior leader guiding the intersection of cybersecurity and emerging technologies. Utilize your expertise to shape insights for CIOs and AI leaders, translating complex challenges into strat...
2 weeks ago
$105K - $145K *
Join our dynamic team to enhance Cribl data solutions, optimize data processes, and ensure high-performance infrastructure support while managing large-scale logging systems for top-tier operations...
Today
Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Leader
$143K - $160K *
Drive cybersecurity excellence while leading client delivery and business development efforts within federal and utility sectors, focusing on water, infrastructure, and emergency management. Grow your...
3 weeks ago
Information Security - Offensive Security Analyst
$100K - $110K *
Engage your engineering skills and creativity to build and enhance offensive security capabilities. Drive technical assessments, develop custom tools, and collaborate with teams to transform security...
5 days ago
$110K - $145K *
Champion the enhancement of cybersecurity posture by identifying risks, coordinating incident responses, and implementing robust security controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive com...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Cybersecurity Advisor - Security Operations | Remote PA, MI, NJ, DE
$200K - $250K *
Join a dynamic team to deliver tailored security solutions, leveraging expertise to meet client needs and drive growth in cybersecurity programs while collaborating with internal and external partners...
Today
Director, IT and Governance, Risk & Compliance
$130K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining IT operations and governance to cultivate a secure, compliant technology landscape. Lead initiatives, enhance risk management, and drive collaboration in a high-growth Sa...
Yesterday
Senior Pre-Sales Security Architect
$130K - $180K *
Champion client success by guiding executive stakeholders through cybersecurity solution evaluations and strategy, leveraging extensive technical expertise and partnership across diverse vendor ecosys...
2 weeks ago
$200K - $220K *
Pioneer a transformative DevSecOps culture by integrating security into the software delivery lifecycle, leading engineering teams, and establishing best practices across multi-cloud environments...
2 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.