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.

Find Chief of Security Jobs on Ladders

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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

Sort By: Relevance

$118K - $130K *

Drive the implementation of security processes to protect information systems. Provide technical leadership and support for global teams, ensuring compliance and effective fraud prevention while manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $108K *

Create and maintain a secure environment by monitoring access systems, responding to incidents, and providing top-notch customer service operations on a rotating schedule. Collaborate closely with cli...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to improving healthcare delivery in detention facilities. As a key leader, you will oversee operations, ensure compliance, and drive quality improvements across multiple l...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and database environments, ensuring security, scalability, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain reliable systems that support critical app...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$32K - $485K *

Architect robust security foundations across diverse systems, driving innovation and integration. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices, ensuring seamless adoption of frameworks while t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$32K - $485K *

Help us design and build critical security foundations that empower teams across the organization. You'll lead initiatives in cryptography, authorization, and secure infrastructure, ensuring robust se...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$32K - $485K *

Transform security foundations by designing and building critical systems that enhance safety across the organization. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration and drive adoption of robus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the quote-to-cash process, ensuring commercial accuracy, structuring complex deals, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and revenue growth in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of our quote-to-cash process as a senior Deal Desk Manager, driving commercial accuracy and structuring complex deals while collaborating with Sales, Finance, Legal, and Product teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Manage and optimize fleet operations for a government-contracted detainee transportation program across Texas, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational readiness while overseeing maintenance, insp...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$155K - $185K *

Lead innovation as a strategic Director of Software Engineering, overseeing enterprise applications and guiding a talented team through the full software development lifecycle while ensuring delivery...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of the technical leadership for advanced security systems, ensuring seamless deployment, configuration, and optimization of Genetec solutions while providing expert guidance to customer...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $210K *

Champion enterprise IT and cybersecurity initiatives, overseeing strategy, governance, and resource optimization. Lead risk assessments, audits, and incident response while managing teams to enhance o...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $196K *

Drive your career by leading security design implementations that enhance situational awareness and protect sensitive information while fostering an open culture. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate global IT service delivery by leading a dynamic team, enhancing operational continuity, and driving proactive solutions across multiple markets while collaborating with cross-functional partne...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate security and life safety programs, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance emergency preparedness and incident management, fosterin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$300K - $500K *

Manage IT operations and security, protect digital assets, oversee macOS and Google Workspace environments, ensure seamless IT support, and lead incident responses while balancing security controls an...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Engage with a dynamic team focused on safeguarding information systems and implementing robust security measures. Your role will involve a broad collaboration across departments to strengthen security...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative security strategies to enhance data integrity and compliance across diverse architectures. Drive automation and oversee security integration into product offerings while collaborat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$142K - $195K *

Transform security outcomes by leading cross-functional initiatives and implementing robust web application security solutions. Leverage your expertise to influence stakeholders and drive enterprise-w...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence and client satisfaction. Oversee branch management, enhance workforce planning, and drive strategic initiatives to meet business objectives while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career with a transformative role that enhances customer success, elevates experiences, and fosters organizational change. Lead cross-functional initiatives to implement strategies that ens...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Advance cybersecurity measures by conducting ICS/SCADA inventories, implementing security protocols, and collaborating with engineers to enhance system integrity and compliance within a dynamic team e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower cybersecurity excellence by conducting ICS/SCADA inventories, implementing security measures, and collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance system integrity and compliance with DoD standard...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform security landscapes by ensuring robust compliance and risk management. Leverage your expertise in maintaining security postures across diverse environments while managing accreditation proje...

Today

  •   5 - 7 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.