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 *

Unlock your potential driving robust access control frameworks, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across teams. Collaborate to optimize provisioning and de-provisioning processes while mi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $165K *

Shape your career with us as you establish security for government systems, oversee compliance, and collaborate with a dedicated team in a hybrid role that values your expertise and innovation in cybe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $165K *

Engage as an Information System Security Manager to lead cyber security initiatives, ensuring compliance with government policies. Oversee security teams, enforce standards, and strengthen the securit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $145K *

Champion a comprehensive security program, analyzing policies, overseeing operations, and implementing safety measures while coordinating with stakeholders for efficient district-wide security managem...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $140K *

Join a team that champions global security compliance across venues and events. Develop and execute comprehensive physical security strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, risk management, and eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$112K - $134K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing information security through robust governance, risk management, and compliance practices. Drive the evolution of our GRC initiatives while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Engage directly with our Co-Founder and CPO to drive strategic initiatives, enhance processes, and support R&D across engineering, product, and design in a fast-paced, dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $215K *

Join a team that empowers organizations by developing cutting-edge cloud-based security solutions. As a Senior Engineer, you'll tackle complex problems and design scalable features, processing trillio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$290K - $335K *

Pioneer a transformative cybersecurity strategy that safeguards critical systems and supports organizational resilience. Lead multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders to develop and implem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to vital information security initiatives by supporting policy development and coordination efforts. Leverage your expertise to enhance security frameworks and ensure compliance while colla...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $177K *

Join our team to help the U.S. Intelligence Community by implementing cloud computing solutions, leveraging your skills to solve complex technical challenges and drive project success through collabor...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$55K - $126K *

Take ownership of cyber governance by coordinating executive boards and meetings, analyzing IT decisions, and developing policies to enhance national defense efforts in a collaborative environment foc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $165K *

Transform security operations by managing compliance, leading a skilled team, and implementing robust security protocols to safeguard sensitive materials and ensure regulatory adherence in a fast-pace...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Lead project delivery and customer satisfaction by effectively managing the full project lifecycle, ensuring on-time, within-budget execution while maintaining quality standards and fostering stakehol...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $215K *

Lead the design and execution of cybersecurity initiatives, enhance security frameworks, and oversee incident response efforts in a Microsoft-centric environment to safeguard enterprise assets and ens...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $238K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cyber defense capabilities through engineering support and log management. Collaborate with teams to optimize data feeds, implement dashboards, and develop incident respon...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape and oversee the security operations center and identity management strategies, ensuring effective incident response, compliance with security frameworks, and continuous improvement of security p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Empower teams to ensure robust functionality within operational systems. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to enhance validation processes and compliance for tactical operations, ensuring all...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $207K *

Champion enterprise security by architecting and enhancing Zero Trust strategies while driving the integration of security technologies to safeguard data center and cloud environments. Mentor junior t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Manage and oversee security operations while leading a team of specialists to ensure effectiveness and compliance with performance standards in a high-security environment. Flexibility and adaptabilit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Develop and lead security oversight for Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance and safeguarding assets through assessments and managing security protocols to support dynamic project environments...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by serving as a senior advisor to key executives, aligning security initiatives with business goals and driving revenue growth through strategic oversight and influen...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive cloud security excellence by implementing robust controls for AWS environments, empowering cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operational resilience while automating security measu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to the security and automation of AWS cloud environments, implementing controls and ensuring compliance for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Champion strategic initiatives as a Policy and Security Cooperation Advisor, facilitating communication between organizations and ensuring compliance with security regulations while driving successful...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.