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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$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...

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  •   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...

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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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on securing AI agents in enterprise environments. Collaborate closely with engineering and customer security teams to address risk assessments and enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $230K *

Lead a team that operationalizes advanced AI security solutions for enterprises, ensuring integration and compliance across environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to cybersecurity efforts by managing risk assessments, developing security documentation, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain system securi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $231K *

Transform complex security challenges into innovative solutions for public-sector and commercial clients. Lead technical pre-sales efforts, collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored architect...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Develop and design a seamless employee lifecycle from recruitment through performance, utilizing AI for streamlined talent management. Collaborate to enhance hiring, onboarding, and growth processes f...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Manage a dynamic security program ensuring compliance with personnel security protocols. Collaborate across disciplines to maintain sensitive information integrity and support program efficiency while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Pioneer a high-performing sales team focused on public safety solutions. Drive strategic partnerships, enhance sales processes, and coach executives to excel in complex government sales, ensuring impa...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Shape the future of public safety sales by leading a dynamic team, driving strategic partnerships, and delivering innovative data solutions to government agencies and advocacy groups, ensuring impactf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming the Information Security program portfolio, ensuring effective governance and execution while navigating complex environments. Drive accountability, enhance delivery st...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join us to enhance customer trust by managing security assurance and AI governance. You'll maintain accurate security documentation, oversee AI agents, and ensure our practices evolve with industry st...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer trust through security assurance and AI governance. This role focuses on maintaining accurate security documentation and optimizing AI agents to support governanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving problem management and root cause analysis for IT services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service reliability and prevent future outages wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $132K *

Transform your career by leading root cause analysis and problem management for critical IT services. Collaborate with teams to prevent outages and enhance service delivery for a high-profile governme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion national security by leading personnel security policy development, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across government agencies to mitigate foreign intelligence threats and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $195K *

Join a team that's redefining global security operations. In this pivotal role, you'll lead security programming across multiple regions, ensuring safety and resilience while managing teams and budget...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

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.