Chief Security Officer (CSO) Jobs at Ladders

As a CSO, you play a crucial role in safeguarding the organization's information assets and managing security strategies. Your expertise in IT security, risk management, and governance are highly valued in this role. Our selection of CSO jobs offers opportunities where your skills will be rewarded with competitive salaries that exceed $100K annually.

What Does a CSO Do?

A Chief Security Officer is responsible for an organization's security, encompassing physical security, personnel security, and information security. They create and implement strategies that ensure the protection of the company's assets, staff, and information.

Excelling as a CSO

To excel as a CSO, you need to exhibit strong leadership, strategic thinking, and have a good understanding of existing and emerging technologies. A CSO should always stay updated about the latest cybersecurity trends and threats.

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$120K - $150K *

Lead expert advisory on NIST RMF implementation, manage security assessments, and guide compliance for federal systems. Ensure technical readiness for ATO lifecycle while developing critical security...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform enterprise-level counterintelligence management through strategic planning, policy development, and oversight, collaborating with senior defense leaders to enhance mission success and suppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $199K *

Transform enterprise security by designing and optimizing robust solutions across cloud and network environments. Collaborate with industry leaders to drive compliance and strengthen defenses against...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $195K *

Empower a dynamic team by leading operational excellence, enhancing customer relationships, and driving team success in a fast-paced environment. Shape client engagements and scaling strategies to max...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll enhance DevSecOps pipelines, automate security processes, and collaborate on infrastructure operations. Manage containerized applications and optimize secure network i...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our DevSecOps pipeline, optimizing deployment and security through automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure safety while driving techni...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Champion the Security Solutions Engineering team by leading technical sales strategy, driving execution across diverse technology fields, and fostering customer success through innovative solutions th...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Innovate project management approaches for IT security initiatives. Lead life-cycle management, coordinate client engagement, and drive high-quality delivery ensuring projects meet scope, time, and bu...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $142K *

Transform the quality management landscape by overseeing document control and training processes, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving improvements within a dynamic biopharmaceutical enviro...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Join us as the key technical liaison for customers, ensuring optimal use of our innovative security platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experience and drive solutions in a dynamic B...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $115K *

Champion cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions by engaging clients, managing technical discussions, and delivering tailored presentations to showcase the unique value of our platform while collaboratin...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $231K *

Join a strategic team to lead the third-party risk management program across a national bank. You will oversee vendor assessments and compliance, enhance frameworks, and ensure regulatory readiness wh...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize shared cloud infrastructure across Azure and AWS. Drive the evolution of application architecture, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with various...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform cybersecurity practices by architecting advanced solutions, evaluating systems, and enhancing infrastructure security for critical government missions. Collaborate in agile teams to ensure r...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

Shape your career by leading a modern SOC, enhancing security operations, driving improvements, and ensuring effective incident management while collaborating with diverse teams to uphold cybersecurit...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $360K *

Lead the charge in medical safety for pharmaceutical products, ensuring robust benefit-risk assessments and regulatory compliance. Oversee cross-functional teams to enhance patient safety and product...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining risk operations by leading non-customer-facing functions, including fraud prevention and dispute resolution. You'll own the entire operation, driving automation and regul...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $225K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security compliance by managing customer inquiries, streamlining assessments, and collaborating across teams to assure our security posture aligns with industry standards...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Territory Account Manager, focusing on driving new business growth through exceptional relationship building and solution selling in cybersecurity across key markets an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer enterprise identity security by leading IAM transformations, overseeing identity lifecycle governance, and implementing risk reduction strategies in a modern, AI-driven environment while colla...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $180K *

Invent the future of intelligent GTM workflows by leading AI engineering delivery, designing scalable architectures, and mentoring a talented team in a fast-paced environment focused on agentic AI sol...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $181K *

Join a team that's advancing cloud solutions and infrastructure. You'll lead automation strategies and engineering teams to deliver cost-effective cloud infrastructure, ensuring alignment with busines...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate customer engagement and retention through strategic marketing initiatives. Lead a team focused on optimizing lifecycle performance, driving product adoption, and fostering growth across div...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Security Program Manager will be responsible for securing OpenAI's critical product launches by coordinating security reviews and managing risks across cross-functional teams. This role ensures th...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $238K *

Shape the future of technology risk management by leading independent oversight and governance at a national bank. Drive strategic framework and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory s...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need for a CSO job?question toggle

    Typically you would require a bachelor's degree in information security, computer science or a similar field, with extensive years of experience in security management. A master's degree or certifications like CISM, CISSP could be advantageous.

  • What is the role of a CSO in an organization?question toggle

    A CSO is responsible for establishing and managing the company's security vision, strategies and programs to protect information assets and employees. They collaborate with other departments to facilitate information security governance.

  • What are some desirable skills for a CSO?question toggle

    Skills include strategic planning, knowledge in cybersecurity, risk management, leadership, communication, project management, and staying aware of technological advancements and security trends.