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.
Information Systems Security Officer
$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
Residential Security Agent (Palo Alto, CA)
$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
Manager, Medical Detention Operations
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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
Staff + Software Security Engineer, Secure Frameworks
$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
Staff + Software Security Engineer, Secure Frameworks
$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
Staff + Software Security Engineer, Secure Frameworks
$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
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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
Fleet Manager, Detainee Transport Operations
$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
Director of Software Engineering
$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
Sr. Security Solutions Specialist
$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
$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...
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$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
Director of Information 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...
4 days ago
$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
IT & Information Security Manager
$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
Information Systems Security Officer
$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
Director Compliance and Security
$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
Lead CyberSecurity Engineering
$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...
2 days ago
$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
Senior Director, Transformation Services
$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
$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
$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
Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) TS/SCI FSP
$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...
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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.