Discover Chief Security Officer (CSO) jobs for experienced leaders ready to shape an organization’s security strategy. CSOs oversee programs that protect people, facilities, information, and business operations, partnering with executive teams to manage risk and support organizational resilience. Browse vetted professional opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.
A CSO develops and leads security policies and programs aligned with business priorities. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on cybersecurity, physical security, information protection, or an integrated enterprise security strategy. Common responsibilities include assessing threats, setting security standards, directing incident response, overseeing teams and vendors, and communicating risk to senior leadership and boards.
Employers often seek senior experience in security, information technology, risk, compliance, or related leadership fields. Valuable qualifications include strategic planning, security operations, crisis management, regulatory knowledge, budget ownership, and the ability to communicate complex risks clearly. Relevant certifications and technical expertise may be preferred, depending on the organization and the scope of the position.
Compensation varies based on industry, company size, location, experience, and whether the position covers cybersecurity, physical security, or both. Many CSO roles are executive-level positions with competitive salary and benefits packages. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping qualified candidates explore senior security leadership opportunities.
Use Ladders to explore CSO openings and related executive security roles. Compare opportunities by location, industry, and responsibilities, then tailor your résumé to highlight measurable outcomes in risk reduction, security program development, incident leadership, and team management.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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$100K - $120K *
Elevate security operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing safety protocols. Drive improvements while maintaining a secure environment for staff and clients in a dynam...
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Security Operations Engineer - Cloud Security
$102K - $202K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on enhancing cloud security controls and automating solutions while managing high-impact incidents and policies to safeguard systems from threats and anoma...
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Associate Chief Information Officer for Security Operations
$150K - $180K *
Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing Security Operations, managing threat detection, incident response, and digital forensics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance protect...
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Associate Chief Information Officer for Security Operations
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Lead and manage the Treasury Security Operations Center, overseeing threat detection, incident response, and digital forensics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and...
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$150K - $190K *
Drive strategic initiatives across GTM functions, enhancing decision-making and execution. Collaborate with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges, optimize operations, and elevate organizational...
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Manager, Security Governance, Risk & Compliance
$90K - $225K *
Drive security governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, enhancing client trust and audit readiness. Collaborate with teams to mature enterprise risk programs and ensure adherence to industry stan...
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Manager, Security Governance, Risk & Compliance
$90K - $225K *
Lead the charge in enhancing our security governance, risk, and compliance program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, manage audits, and mature enterprise risk initiatives...
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Cybersecurity Operations Manager
$100K - $120K *
Lead cybersecurity operations to tackle complex security challenges, manage incident response, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring the safety of the organization and its team member...
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$245K - $393K *
Lead comprehensive security initiatives, ensuring compliance with U.S. regulations while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Collaborate with key stakeholders to integrate security i...
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Lead comprehensive security initiatives, ensuring compliance with U.S. regulations while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Collaborate with key stakeholders to integrate security i...
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$120K - $145K *
Pioneer advanced cybersecurity solutions, enhancing Zero Trust initiatives and supporting security operations across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, incident respons...
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Technical Leader- Platform Security
$186K - $267K *
Elevate security standards by leading platform security architecture and integration. Collaborate across hardware, firmware, and software to ensure a secure chain of trust throughout the product lifec...
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Cybersecurity Platform Administrator (Senior)
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Manage the administration and maintenance of cybersecurity platforms, ensuring reliability and service availability. Mentor junior staff, oversee troubleshooting, and collaborate on system upgrades to...
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State Prog Admin Supervisor Principal- Senior Director of Security and Safety
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Advance strategic leadership in security, safety, and risk management programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a safe environment for all stakeholders through effective planning, collaboration, and...
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity by monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats. Collaborate with IT and engineering to protect assets and ensure compliance while driving c...
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Elevate cybersecurity standards by executing thorough third-party risk assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify control deficiencies and ensure compliance with established methodologies...
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Director of Physical and Technical Security
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in developing and implementing enterprise security strategies across corporate and government facilities, ensuring compliance and protection of personnel and assets while serving as th...
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Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
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Shape the future of cybersecurity by managing classified information systems, ensuring compliance with DCSA and NIST standards, and leading Risk Management Framework implementation. Collaborate with t...
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Manager, Cybersecurity Sales Specialist
$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...
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Manager, Cybersecurity Sales Specialist
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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...
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What is a Chief Security Officer (CSO)?
A Chief Security Officer is an executive responsible for developing and overseeing an organization’s security strategy. Depending on the company, the role may cover cybersecurity, physical security, information protection, or enterprise-wide security and risk management.
What does a Chief Security Officer do?
CSOs assess threats and vulnerabilities, establish security policies, oversee teams and vendors, lead incident preparedness and response, and advise executives on security risks and resilience.
What qualifications are typically required for CSO jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for substantial security or technology experience, executive leadership, risk and crisis management skills, and the ability to communicate with business leaders. Relevant certifications or industry-specific experience may also be requested.
How much do Chief Security Officers earn?
CSO compensation varies by location, industry, organization size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including executive security opportunities.
Where can I find Chief Security Officer jobs?
You can explore vetted Chief Security Officer and related senior security roles on Ladders. Search by location and other preferences, and review each listing for its responsibilities and qualifications.