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.
Manager, Identity Access Management
$114K - $268K *
Lead the charge in migrating enterprise applications to SailPoint ISC, ensuring seamless transitions and robust configurations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive identity governance initiatives a...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion security excellence at our Torrance campus, overseeing contract teams and enhancing safety protocols. Drive program initiatives across sites, ensuring robust protection and collaboration with...
Today
Cybersecurity Engineer, Journeyman
$90K - $108K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance cybersecurity for critical systems. You'll support security operations, vulnerability management, and incident response, ensuring robust protection of information system...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your impact as you lead pipeline generation strategies and programs across marketing. Collaborate closely with sales and finance while building a high-performing team to scale qualified leads...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Principal Security Control Assessor - TS/SCI
$125K - $225K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of cybersecurity, supporting Army modernization through RMF activities. Collaborate with experts to ensure compliance and enhance national defense while working in...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower your career by leading a team to drive pipeline generation through innovative marketing strategies, collaboration, and growth initiatives. Shape demand generation to ensure successful sales co...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Principal Enterprise Security Architect
$160K - $190K *
Shape the future of enterprise security by bridging technical and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture across hybrid environments, ensuring robust defenses...
3 days ago
Principal Enterprise Security Architect
$150K - $180K *
Transform enterprise security by bridging technical and strategic initiatives, ensuring robust cyber defense across hybrid environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and d...
3 days ago
$93K - $144K *
Lead and manage a diverse team to execute a comprehensive security program, ensuring compliance with national policies and regulations. Drive effectiveness through strategic planning, oversight, and i...
Today
$102K - $158K *
Lead a dynamic team to manage a large-scale Security Manager program, ensuring compliance with national policies and regulations. Drive security initiatives, oversee incident management, and represent...
Today
$91K - $142K *
Lead and manage a diverse team to execute a comprehensive security program, ensuring compliance with national policies and regulations while enhancing the effectiveness of security measures across the...
Today
$102K - $158K *
Lead and manage a team to execute a large-scale Security Manager program, ensuring compliance with national policies and regulations. Drive security initiatives, oversee incident management, and repre...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Oversee contractor support for security operations, ensuring compliance and quality in personnel security, physical security, and program reviews. Manage team workflow, risk identification, and delive...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive strategy and execution for high-value Federal business opportunities. Collaborate across teams to shape RFPs and win strategies, ensuring alignment with mission needs and fostering sustained gro...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of business development by leading capture strategies and execution for high-value federal opportunities. Collaborate across teams to drive successful proposals and contract awards, e...
1 week ago
$74K - $114K *
Optimize security operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure safety for patients, staff, and visitors. Collaborate with law enforcement and manage resources effectively to enhance security syste...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of our cyber security landscape by administering and optimizing Linux-based environments while ensuring robust security measures are implemented through strategic monitoring and incid...
Reposted 3 days ago
Office and Financial Service Manager
$78K - $115K *
Join us to lead a dynamic team in managing financial operations and project execution. Drive profitability, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of excellence while supporting team development and...
3 weeks ago
Security Management Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Champion security management support for SOF AT&L programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing collaboration with stakeholders. Drive acquisition security activities and documentation to protect mariti...
4 days ago
Security Daytime Technology Officer
$85K *
Join a dynamic team as a Security Officer, ensuring safety and professionalism in a high-profile AI environment. Engage with visitors, manage access control, and respond to emergencies while represent...
1 week ago
Information Systems Security Manager
$175K - $210K *
Empower the security framework by leading a cybersecurity team and developing strategies. Ensure compliance with DoD standards, manage incidents, and mentor staff while driving continuous improvement...
4 weeks ago
Senior Engineer, Information Security
$110K - $130K *
Drive security innovation by managing and optimizing enterprise security technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security in design, enhance risk posture, and leverage AI for au...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion the stability and performance of multi-user computer systems while collaborating with network engineers. Ensure optimal operation through system documentation, software installation, and poli...
Yesterday
$272K - $374K *
Champion security excellence by advising CISOs and tech leaders, bridging customer needs with engineering insights to enhance AI deployment and risk management strategies across enterprise environment...
2 weeks ago
Electronic Security Senior Project Manager - Boydton, VA - USA-CRP
$110K - $130K *
Join us in leading complex media technology projects from initiation to completion. You'll ensure timely delivery, manage budgets, foster client relationships, and improve processes, all while driving...
3 weeks 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.