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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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise security through innovative engineering. Lead the design and implementation of security platforms, ensuring robust protection across cloud, network...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive enterprise security initiatives by designing and optimizing security platforms, ensuring robust protection across cloud, network, and data environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Champion the future of Loss Prevention by leading strategic initiatives to minimize loss, enhance inventory accuracy, and ensure compliance. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Empower the organization by enhancing cybersecurity measures and supporting IT operations. Collaborate with teams to secure systems, manage vulnerabilities, and deliver training, ensuring a robust sec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and enhance enterprise security solutions across multiple domains, ensuring robust protection and compliance. Lead complex initiatives, optimize security platforms, and c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$244K - $279K *

Transform security engineering by leading teams to innovate and implement enterprise-scale security solutions, ensuring robust cloud architecture and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$269K - $307K *

Lead and inspire security engineering teams to build scalable enterprise security solutions, establish strategic roadmaps, and drive innovation in cloud security and automation, ensuring robust protec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$244K - $279K *

Join a team that's redefining security engineering by leading innovative solutions, driving technical transformations, and mentoring future leaders in a collaborative environment focused on enterprise...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $215K *

Drive strategic IT and cybersecurity initiatives, overseeing enterprise architecture and resource management. Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure alignment with organizational priorities whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$275K - $300K *

Drive a robust enterprise information security program, overseeing governance, compliance, and risk management while collaborating across IT and operational technology landscapes to align security str...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $125K *

Lead the charge in enhancing physical and industrial security measures while ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with government authorities to manage security programs and safeguard s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

Transform cybersecurity strategies by leading risk management and compliance efforts. Provide expert guidance on security controls and continuous monitoring across complex systems, ensuring robust pro...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$269K - $307K *

Transform cybersecurity governance by leading a high-performing team, driving risk management initiatives, and enhancing organizational capabilities to meet evolving threats in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$293K - $335K *

Partner with us to lead strategic cybersecurity initiatives, driving governance and risk transformation. You'll mentor teams, enhance capabilities, and communicate effectively across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $270K *

Take ownership of security architecture for identity resilience platforms, ensuring robust threat modeling, recovery trust criteria, and incident-response integration across enterprise identity provid...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $240K *

Transform security engineering by leading a dynamic team to embed security across applications, networks, and AI systems. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and partner with executives to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $150K *

Elevate security standards by inspecting and validating data center construction activities, managing risks, and ensuring compliance to enhance operational integrity and security across multiple sites...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the administration and security of critical technology platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational excellence and drive continuous improvement in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Transform your accounting career by building a robust finance function. Own the monthly close process, manage accounts payable and receivable, and establish internal controls while collaborating with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$168K - $370K *

Drive strategic growth and operational excellence in a high-impact leadership role, overseeing a $130M portfolio. Foster innovation, build relationships, and ensure customer satisfaction while leading...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $370K *

Pioneer strategic growth and operational excellence in a high-impact leadership role, overseeing a $130M portfolio. Drive innovation, enhance customer relationships, and lead a high-performing team to...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $370K *

Take ownership of strategic growth and operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Lead a high-performing team to drive innovation, manage P&L, and foster strong relationships while ensuring miss...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction and collaboration to address complex security challenges and enhance risk management company-wide...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction and collaboration to address complex security challenges company-wide. Influence risk management and ensure robust secu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction and collaboration to address high-risk items and enhance Meta's security posture company-wide. Lead cross-functional t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.