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.
$160K - $200K *
Champion cybersecurity initiatives by leading strategy, risk management, and compliance across the enterprise to protect critical systems while fostering innovation and operational resilience...
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$125K - $150K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team leading IT and security across multiple regions. Drive technical decisions, develop talent, and enhance security operations while ensuring effective controls as th...
1 week ago
Data Security Administration Sr - E3
$95K - $178K *
Explore opportunities to enhance security by implementing best practices and ensuring compliance with DoD standards while managing a team focused on system administration and incident response. Lead i...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower the Department of Defense's navigation warfare mission by providing expert analysis and support for positioning, navigation, and timing superiority, ensuring effective integration of cyber ope...
Yesterday
$67K - $125K *
Support multiple security programs and ensure compliance with DoD regulations. Manage personnel and physical security, media controls, and maintain inspection readiness while collaborating with divers...
4 weeks ago
Director, Security Engineering
$200K - $250K *
Champion a proactive security program for a multi-tenant platform, ensuring compliance and customer trust while leading a small team. Balance hands-on coding with strategic oversight to enhance securi...
2 weeks ago
Director, Security Engineering
$200K - $250K *
Transform security practices by leading a proactive program that integrates compliance, threat modeling, and customer trust. Engage with enterprise clients while building a robust security foundation...
2 weeks ago
Senior Consultant - Physical Security Designer
$115K - $130K *
Join a team that designs and reviews security systems, enhancing protection measures for diverse facilities through technical documentation, collaboration, and quality assessments, while mentoring non...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead and enhance Managed Pressure Drilling field operations while supervising a team of professionals. Ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency during drilling projects, acting as the primary on-site...
Reposted 4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead Managed Pressure Drilling operations, oversee equipment and field personnel, ensure safety compliance and efficient project execution while fostering team development and serving as the primary c...
Reposted 4 days ago
Project Manager / Qualifying Agent - Electronic Security & Low Voltage
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential by managing complex electronic security projects nationwide. Lead technical teams, ensure compliance, and build strong customer relationships while obtaining necessary licensing...
2 days ago
Project Manager / Qualifying Agent - Electronic Security & Low Voltage
$80K - $95K *
Champion the future of electronic security by managing diverse projects nationwide. Lead technical teams, ensure compliance, and build strong customer relationships while driving project success and g...
2 days ago
Project Manager / Qualifying Agent - Electronic Security & Low Voltage
$80K - $95K *
Transform project management in electronic security by leading diverse teams, overseeing installations, and ensuring compliance across multiple states. Drive customer satisfaction and project success...
2 days ago
Project Manager / Qualifying Agent - Electronic Security & Low Voltage
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to manage electronic security projects nationwide, overseeing installation, customer relations, and technical support. Drive project success while obtaining necessary licensing acr...
2 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Design and implement a robust cybersecurity strategy, leading a team to secure infrastructure and data. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security measures, manage vendor relationships, and ens...
4 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Elevate our partner ecosystem by developing and executing a robust channel strategy across the Western US, transforming relationships into revenue and driving pipeline growth in the cybersecurity spac...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Personnel Security Specialist (PerSS)
$88K - $154K *
Manage the protection of sensitive information by implementing security protocols, conducting background investigations, and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines while collaborating across depa...
2 weeks ago
Operations Support Specialist III - Site Lead
$117K - $143K *
Drive integrated knowledge management and lead a team to enhance Army training operations, ensuring effective collaboration and timely decision-making for the Future Training Directorate...
1 week ago
Information System Security Officer - Team Lead
$120K - $150K *
Join us to lead the cybersecurity program, ensuring compliance and risk management while overseeing security operations and coordinating with technical teams to maintain a robust cybersecurity posture...
4 days ago
Business Information Security Officer
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving security for critical OT and customer solutions by leading assessments, shaping documentation, and ensuring compliance while collaborating across functions to embed security...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$160K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team where you'll lead IT operations, drive innovation, and partner with executives to enhance technology delivery and team engagement. Your leadership will elevate IT as a competitive...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Information System Security Manager
$110K - $130K *
Transform security operations by managing the Information Assurance program, ensuring compliance with DoD standards, and collaborating on cybersecurity initiatives to protect sensitive information and...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic growth by managing complex cybersecurity accounts, building executive relationships, and leveraging a diverse partner ecosystem to achieve significant revenue targets and enhance clien...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as a strategic leader driving growth in cybersecurity consulting. Engage with executive stakeholders, close complex deals, and leverage a vast partner ecosystem to deliver tailor...
Yesterday
$130K - $155K *
Champion the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure by architecting robust monitoring and response systems that protect networks, systems, and applications while enabling seamless innovation acros...
Reposted 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.