Chief of Security Jobs

Explore Chief of Security jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead an organization's security strategy. These senior leaders protect people, facilities, information, and operations by assessing risks, directing security teams, and preparing organizations to prevent and respond to threats. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Chief of Security Do?

A Chief of Security establishes and oversees security policies, programs, and procedures aligned with business priorities. Responsibilities may include physical security, executive protection, investigations, emergency preparedness, access control, and coordination with law enforcement or public agencies. Depending on the organization, the role may also cover cybersecurity governance or enterprise risk in partnership with technology and compliance leaders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in security leadership, risk assessment, crisis management, and team development. Strong candidates communicate clearly with executives and employees, make sound decisions under pressure, and translate complex threats into practical plans. Relevant experience may come from corporate security, law enforcement, military service, emergency management, or related fields; requirements vary by employer and industry.

Chief of Security Salary and Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, organization size, location, scope of responsibility, and experience. Many Chief of Security positions are senior-level roles with six-figure compensation. Browse Ladders for vetted openings paying $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities by location, employer, and leadership scope.

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$90K - $110K *

Advance security measures by monitoring properties, screening access, and coordinating emergency responses. Provide physical protection and logistical support, ensuring readiness against threats while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by leading strategic resilience initiatives. Drive risk management, incident response, and security architecture while collaborating with senior...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$168K - $281K *

Drive strategic alignment and operational excellence by partnering with senior leadership to execute integrated plans, enhance portfolio visibility, and lead cross-functional initiatives that elevate...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $281K *

Join a team that empowers strategic alignment and operational excellence across Product Engineering. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive initiatives, enhance governance, and ensure successful exe...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $281K *

Lead the charge in transforming strategic priorities into actionable plans, fostering collaboration across teams, and enhancing organizational effectiveness. Drive executive communications and governa...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with clients to architect and deploy advanced security solutions, focusing on Next-Gen SIEM and AI Detection. Provide hands-on expertise, manage multiple engagements, and drive customer su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate in security engineering by assessing and mitigating vulnerabilities in complex systems to protect sensitive information, ensuring compliance with stringent Information Assurance standards and...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Drive security excellence by leading governance and compliance initiatives across Canadian business divisions, ensuring robust physical security measures and continuous improvement in risk management...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering cutting-edge electronic security solutions. As a key player, you'll manage large-scale data center projects, ensuring timely completion and financial oversig...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate product strategy and delivery in an evolving security landscape. Own roadmap execution, collaborate with engineering, and engage with customers to build trust and drive innovation. Measure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion the airport's cybersecurity initiatives, directing policies and managing security teams to protect assets and data integrity. Collaborate with leadership on strategic security goals while ens...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading our first dedicated security function. You'll build and execute a comprehensive security program, ensuring safe AI adoption while protecting sensitive health da...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion the advancement of enterprise information security by leading strategy, managing risks, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with executives to enhance security posture while supporting innov...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Transform product security by leading strategy, conducting threat modeling, and collaborating across teams to ensure secure design and compliance. Drive innovation in security practices while mentorin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Oversee security operations by safeguarding personnel and facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing robust security measures in a sensitive intelligence environment. Collabora...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Lead a dynamic security team to shape strategy, enhance operations, and drive governance. Own security engineering, M&A integration, and resilience initiatives while ensuring compliance and trust acro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Manage security operations by coordinating personnel clearances, overseeing access credentials, and ensuring compliance with security protocols for classified information. Support background investiga...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Manage security operations across multiple facilities, leading a team to ensure safety and compliance. Collaborate on executive security, investigations, and international programs while fostering a c...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $280K *

Transform the future of knowledge management by leading product development for AI-driven security and governance solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative tools that meet custom...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $164K *

Lead our cybersecurity and governance initiatives, enhancing security operations and risk management while driving compliance with CMMC 2.0 and ISO/IEC 27001 standards. Collaborate across teams to imp...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust security function, managing a team while enhancing AWS infrastructure, compliance, and application security within a remote-first culture and fast-paced environment...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the security posture and infrastructure of our organization, implementing systems and managing vendor relationships while ensuring compliance and scalability as we grow. Collaborate cross-functi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $291K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing information security through comprehensive risk management, system accreditation, and technical guidance, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures across critic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $123K *

Join us to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive physical security program, ensuring the safety of employees and assets across multiple locations while managing security systems a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Support the development and implementation of an effective cybersecurity program, ensuring compliance with regulations while safeguarding critical systems. Act as a key advisor to security managers, f...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief of Security?question toggle

    A Chief of Security is a senior leader responsible for an organization's security strategy and programs. The role can include protecting people and facilities, managing security teams, assessing threats, and coordinating incident response.

  • What does a Chief of Security do?question toggle

    Typical responsibilities include setting security policies, conducting risk assessments, overseeing physical security and investigations, preparing for emergencies, and advising executive leaders. Specific duties vary by organization.

  • What qualifications are needed for Chief of Security jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for extensive security or risk-management experience, leadership ability, crisis-response expertise, and strong communication skills. Backgrounds may include corporate security, law enforcement, military service, or emergency management.

  • How much do Chief of Security jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer size, experience, and the position's scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Chief of Security jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Chief of Security listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.