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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover security leadership opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Review job requirements, assess the responsibilities and reporting structure, and apply to roles where your expertise can help build a safer, more resilient organization.
Senior Security Specialist (GRC)
$110K - $130K *
Drive compliance and security for cloud services, leading ATO efforts under NIST frameworks. Collaborate with engineers and security teams to ensure adherence to federal standards and continuous monit...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager - Physical Security Systems
$95K - $115K *
Advance project delivery by managing physical security systems from design to installation. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure compliance, budget adherence, and timely completion of...
4 days ago
Head of Security & AI Enablement
$160K - $200K *
Elevate your career by leading the evolution of IT and security within a growing organization, empowering teams with AI-driven internal tools, and ensuring robust compliance and security frameworks as...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$65K - $118K *
Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding national security information. In this role, you'll oversee SCI security programs, provide expert guidance, and ensure compliance with security standards w...
3 days ago
$185K - $327K *
Unlock potential by leading security strategy and architecture, partnering with the CISO to enhance technical oversight and incident response. Drive secure practices across teams while mentoring engin...
3 weeks ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Lead the charge in developing and implementing robust industrial security programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations while managing a team of security professionals to protect sensitive...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Transform security operations by leading industrial security programs and ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with executive leadership to mitigate risks and protect sensitive...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Lead robust industrial security initiatives and develop programs ensuring compliance with government regulations, while fostering collaboration across teams and securing sensitive information for crit...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Transform the future of industrial security by leading comprehensive programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and fostering collaboration across teams to protect sensitive informatio...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Transform security operations by leading industrial security programs and ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with executive leadership to mitigate risks and protect sensitive...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Join a dynamic team to lead industrial security initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management for high-performance products in the Aerospace & Defense sectors. Drive security programs and colla...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Manage and lead industrial security programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations while minimizing risks. Collaborate with executive leadership and stakeholders to protect sensitive inform...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Lead the charge in developing and implementing robust industrial security programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations while minimizing risks to personnel and sensitive information in a d...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Elevate security standards by leading industrial security programs and guiding a dedicated team to protect sensitive information and assets in the Aerospace & Defense sectors, ensuring compliance with...
1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Shape the future of industrial security by leading programs that protect sensitive information and assets. Collaborate with executive leadership to implement policies, manage risks, and ensure complia...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Oversee and enhance industrial security programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations while leading a dedicated team. Collaborate with executive leadership to mitigate risks and protect se...
Reposted 1 week ago
Industrial Security Director / Head of Product Security
$153K - $258K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee industrial security programs, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation for high-performance silicone products in the Aerospace & Defense sectors. Lead a skilled security...
Reposted 1 week ago
Technical Lead, Security Platforms
$120K - $202K *
Lead the Security Platforms team to design and manage critical security tools for effective threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management within a collaborative and innovative cybe...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Center Security Installation Project Manager (Project Leader 1)
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by managing large-scale data center security projects. Oversee financials, coordinate teams, and ensure timely completion while adhering to safety regulations and best practices in...
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Data Center Security Installation Project Manager (Project Leader 1)
$100K - $120K *
Lead large-scale data center security installation projects, ensuring timely completion and financial management while coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders to enhance operational efficienc...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive growth by building strategic partnerships that enhance market reach and revenue. Collaborate with leadership to create a robust partner ecosystem, focusing on B2B SaaS, cybersecurity, and AI sol...
1 week ago
$275K - $293K *
Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence as a key partner to the CEO, optimizing internal processes and supporting growth in the neurological care sector. Collaborate across teams to enh...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive cybersecurity and privacy initiatives as the lead officer, ensuring compliance and risk management for DJS. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture and privacy practices while advisin...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity by monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats. Collaborate with IT and engineering to protect assets and ensure compliance while driving c...
1 week ago
Corporate Security Professional - Physical Security Technology
$90K - $110K *
Drive the future of corporate security by managing advanced technology solutions, ensuring employee safety, and leading strategic initiatives to enhance security systems and applications across the or...
1 week ago
What is a Chief of Security?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Chief of Security listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.