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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$87K *

Transform safety protocols by ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, conducting inspections, and training staff. Engage in accident investigations and develop site-specific safety procedu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K *

Unlock your potential as a Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a culture of safety across all operations. Engage in inspections, training, and audits to protect e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion data security excellence by managing key processes and controls. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data protection, execute operations, and remediate exposures efficiently, ensuring co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $216K *

Unlock your potential by managing information systems security, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding assets. Collaborate with teams to implement security policies and risk management processes, makin...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate security assessment processes by evaluating controls, managing A&A activities, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with teams to identify risks and validate remediatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping product marketing strategies that elevate brand visibility, drive customer engagement, and support sales growth through innovative messaging and cross-functional collaborati...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cloud security by operating our Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen cloud capabilities across diverse envir...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineer in Cloud Security, enhancing security controls across a modern platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security measures, compliance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Tackle system administration challenges by ensuring optimal hardware, software, and network performance. Collaborate with teams to support agile development and maintain security protocols while enhan...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $122K *

Lead the charge in overseeing security operations and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations and policies. Collaborate with teams to manage security clearances, training programs, and audits wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$255K - $345K *

Transform product security by leading a high-performing team, redefining processes for the AI era, and ensuring robust security across Intuit's ecosystem while fostering collaboration with business le...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join us to lead airport security operations, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery. Oversee personnel management, training, and incident response while fostering a culture of safety a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of cyber security by leading technical and operational initiatives, ensuring effective defense strategies while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance overall capabilities and...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Manage and optimize enterprise VDI and data systems while providing exceptional Tier II support for diverse, global users. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, performance, and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $163K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, leading design reviews and infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with senior technical officers and drive s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $485K *

Tackle high-risk security projects in a fast-paced environment, driving innovative solutions to complex challenges in AI security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and test groundb...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $485K *

Unlock your potential by driving high-risk security projects that challenge the status quo. Collaborate with a scrappy team to innovate and prototype solutions that address critical AI security challe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $485K *

Transform security research by leading high-risk projects that challenge norms. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions for AI safety, ensuring robust defenses against advanced threats while navi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and oversee multiple IT programs, ensuring client satisfaction and program success through effective management and coordination of resources, deliverables, and budgets while maintaining high-qua...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion the development of automated security systems using AI/ML, driving strategic initiatives in identity and access management while collaborating across teams to enhance security and operational...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Drive the development of innovative security systems using AI/ML, managing risk across identity and access management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security while maintaining ope...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by leading innovative security strategies across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance identity and access management, driving automation and s...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$450K - $500K+*

Lead and optimize a high-performing team of cybersecurity sales specialists, driving strategic partnerships across diverse industries to enhance security solutions and customer engagement, while shapi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$450K - $500K+*

Transform the cybersecurity landscape by leading a high-performing sales team. Drive strategy and collaboration across business units, ensuring security solutions meet customer needs while shaping the...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$450K - $500K+*

Lead and develop a high-performing team of cybersecurity sales specialists, driving security strategies across diverse industries. Collaborate with Account Executives to enhance sales processes and en...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.