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.
$80K - $95K *
Join us to configure, integrate, and optimize enterprise security systems, ensuring reliable performance while bridging installation and advanced configuration. Collaborate with engineers to deliver m...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Reimagine marketing as a growth engine that drives demand, enhances customer engagement, and strengthens market position. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize multi-channel programs, and build high-pe...
5 days ago
Director, Information Security Office Consultant
$244K - $279K *
Unlock your potential by leading cybersecurity initiatives, driving governance, and enhancing risk management strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate organizational security pos...
1 week ago
$171K - $311K *
Lead the charge in architecting reusable core solutions across product teams, driving elite coding practices and mentoring engineers while ensuring production standards and transparency with senior ex...
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Global Application Security Lead
$125K - $150K *
Lead and optimize the application security program across global teams, ensuring secure software development practices and effective risk management. Drive technical excellence while managing a skille...
2 days ago
Deputy Assistant Director (Chief Academic Officer)
$100K - $120K *
Join us to lead academic governance and quality control at a premier institution, overseeing educational policies, accreditation, and faculty development to enhance national security education and tra...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate growth at a leading cyber security provider by driving enterprise sales. Utilize your strategic selling skills and build key relationships with C-level execs to implement innovative solutio...
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Program Manager - COMSEC IT Services w/TS Clearance
$180K - $230K *
Lead the charge in managing a large COMSEC IT Services program, ensuring technical performance, staffing, and financial management. Oversee multidisciplinary teams while interfacing with government st...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$107K - $146K *
Manage and enhance METRO's Safety Management System, ensuring compliance with FTA and TxDOT regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify hazards, conduct audits, and promote safety across al...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$138K - $297K *
Join a dynamic team to design and manage security controls, enhancing protection against cyber threats across web and API services. Engage in proactive threat detection, incident response, and continu...
1 week ago
$91K *
Elevate your career by managing dispatch operations for a city department. Oversee staff, optimize resource allocation, and ensure efficient operations while developing protocols and performance stand...
3 days ago
Senior Director, Regional Head of Security (Americas) - Global Corporate Security
$175K - $210K *
Reimagine corporate security across the Americas by leading strategy and operations. Oversee regional managers, enhance workplace safety, and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives while fosterin...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Global Safety & Security
$180K - $230K *
Lead the charge in developing a global safety and security strategy that safeguards employees, facilities, and operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance risk management and create a secure...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security design processes, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and collaborating with designers and project managers to drive efficiency in mission-critic...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower security initiatives by bridging technical operations with product development. This role enhances payment processing security while collaborating cross-functionally to integrate marketable se...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance corporate security initiatives by leading physical security projects, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring safety across multi-unit locations, while supervising a dedicated security tea...
3 weeks ago
Information Security Architect
$150K - $160K *
Empower the future of information security by leading architecture and engineering initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to embed security in technology solutions, driving innovation through auto...
1 week ago
Director of Product Management, AI Security
$248K - $373K *
Champion the future of AI security by leading a high-performing team, driving product strategy, and owning the full product lifecycle from ideation to market delivery. Collaborate with top-tier partne...
1 week ago
Director of Product Management, AI Security
$248K - $373K *
Transform the future of AI security by leading a high-performing team, driving product strategy, and owning the full product lifecycle from ideation to market delivery. Collaborate with top-tier partn...
1 week ago
Director of Product Management, AI Security
$248K - $373K *
Lead the charge in AI Security product management, driving strategic initiatives while mentoring a high-performing team. Own the product lifecycle from ideation to market, establishing our organizatio...
1 week ago
Director of Product Management, AI Security
$248K - $373K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI security by leading a high-performing product management team. Drive strategic initiatives and own the product lifecycle from ideation to market delivery, e...
1 week ago
Senior Security Manager - 1690
$140K - $170K *
Shape the future of security management by leading DoD programs, ensuring compliance, and advising executive leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable security strategies...
2 days ago
$165K - $235K *
Unlock potential by supporting the Executive Director in strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and external stakeholder engagement to drive effective organizational growth and performance...
4 weeks ago
$165K - $235K *
Pioneer organizational excellence by supporting the Executive Director, streamlining decision-making, and driving operational initiatives. Bring your expertise to enhance team performance and ensure s...
4 weeks ago
$105K - $115K *
Optimize security measures by leading technical solutions to mitigate information risks. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and oversee incident response, safeguarding all computing platforms a...
2 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.