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.
Deputy Program Manager, Cyber Mission Integration & Modernization
$200K - $250K *
Champion cross-functional integration to enhance cybersecurity mission outcomes, drive modernization initiatives, and deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical capab...
4 days ago
Chief Of Staff / Technical Advisor
$235K - $307K *
Drive impactful technical strategies by partnering with engineering leaders to evaluate complex architectures, optimize operations, and ensure alignment across departments, enhancing productivity and...
1 week ago
Principal Technical Program Manager, Cyber & Advanced Systems (TS/SCI w/ Poly #26-161)
$135K - $160K *
Drive advanced cyber and software assurance initiatives, leading complex technical programs while engaging stakeholders and translating mission needs into actionable plans for successful capability tr...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Cyber Operations (Countermeasures)
$153K - $297K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic cybersecurity countermeasures program, defining strategy, and enhancing security across diverse technology platforms to mitigate risks and protect critical assets...
4 weeks ago
Principal Technical Manager- C3I DCGS
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of defense systems engineering. Leverage your extensive experience to manage technical processes, ensure compliance, and drive innovation in weapon systems develo...
2 days ago
Deputy Facility Security Officer
$133K - $183K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance security programs, automate workflows, and support compliance efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage personnel security and develop training, ensurin...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $154K *
Elevate your career by installing and programming advanced electronic security systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure the integrity of communication and power systems while adhering to ind...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $113K *
Engineer and enhance enterprise security solutions by integrating technologies and ensuring robust protections across platforms. Collaborate with IT and security teams to automate processes, remediate...
3 weeks ago
Global Security - Vendor Management and Performance -Vice President
$180K - $220K *
Elevate the firm’s corporate security strategy, driving vendor performance and operational excellence through strategic alignment, proactive risk management, and strong stakeholder engagement across f...
Reposted 3 days ago
Global Security - Vendor Management and Performance -Vice President
$180K - $220K *
Elevate security strategy by leading vendor performance initiatives, fostering relationships, and aligning security goals with business needs to combat emerging threats and ensure operational excellen...
Reposted 3 days ago
Global Security - Vendor Management and Performance -Vice President
$160K - $200K *
Champion vendor relations and drive security strategies that align with business goals, ensuring organizational risk management, operational excellence, and proactive collaboration across teams in a d...
Reposted 3 days ago
Global Security - Vendor Management and Performance -Vice President
$210K - $250K *
Shape the future of corporate security by leading vendor management and performance initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment with business goals while cultivating strong partnerships and enhancing op...
Reposted 3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of construction by overseeing daily site operations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance while managing trade partners and project teams to deliver exceptional results on time an...
Yesterday
$120K - $150K *
Shape the future of B2B content marketing by leading strategy, production, and executive voice. Drive impactful narratives that generate pipeline and engage security practitioners through innovative...
3 weeks ago
Executive Director, Engineering & Technology, Optical Communications Division
$193K - $425K *
Shape the future of optical communications by leading a high-performing team to innovate and develop advanced laser communication solutions for diverse applications, ensuring timely project execution...
Reposted 1 week ago
$180K - $225K *
Drive a robust Information Security program, overseeing 7,000+ users and thousands of devices. Lead a team to innovate security measures and ensure compliance across global operations while enhancing...
Reposted 3 days ago
$180K - $225K *
Manage and modernize global Information Security across diverse operations, supporting over 10,000 devices and 7,000 users. Drive effective risk management, incident response, and security awareness p...
Reposted 3 days ago
$180K - $225K *
Elevate your career by leading a global Information Security program, managing over 7,000 users and 10,000+ devices. Contribute to risk management, incident response, and emerging threat awareness in...
Reposted 3 days ago
$180K - $225K *
Engage with us to enhance our global Information Security program, managing technical security controls and risk assessments across diverse technologies and locations while leading a team to protect o...
Reposted 3 days ago
$180K - $225K *
Join a team that's enhancing global Information Security by managing technical controls, incident response, and compliance to protect over 7,000 users and a multitude of systems across various environ...
Reposted 3 days ago
$180K - $225K *
Join a team that's modernizing global information security operations, managing complex environments, and enhancing controls across diverse systems. Lead strategic initiatives in risk management and c...
Reposted 3 days ago
$180K - $225K *
Drive and modernize the global Information Security program, managing over 7,000 users and 10,000+ network devices. Lead teams in implementing technical controls and ensure alignment with regulatory r...
Reposted 3 days ago
$180K - $225K *
Join our Information Security team to lead our global security program, managing over 7,000 users and 10,000 devices. Collaborate across IT to enhance our security posture, ensuring compliance and res...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Security & Compliance Engineer
$160K - $190K *
Join us to secure a platform for third-party applications, ensuring compliance and security through hands-on engineering. Collaborate with teams to automate checks, assess risks, and provide actionabl...
1 week ago
Program Manager, Detainee Transport Operations
$80K - $95K *
Manage high-security government transport operations across Texas, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency. Oversee logistics, fleet management, and stakeholder communication while driving operati...
5 days 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.