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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$80K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team! Oversee complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring customer satisfaction, effective communication, and financial control while leading a collaborati...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Empower our comprehensive security operations by leading a team that ensures safety through policy development, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive operational excellence and be...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Provide multi-discipline security support to enhance Command Security programs and training initiatives for USCENTCOM. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, maintain security documentation, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$204K - $255K *

Help us drive security strategy by advising sales teams, managing customer engagements, and collaborating across functions to establish efficient security controls and foster customer trust while addr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape security operations by leading compliance initiatives and overseeing policies to safeguard mission-critical assets, ensuring organizational objectives align with federal requirements and operati...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Drive impactful compliance and security management for classified systems, ensuring continuous monitoring and robust risk management while collaborating with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced defen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Deliver expert security leadership by managing the RMF lifecycle, ensuring compliance and readiness for classified systems while collaborating closely with government stakeholders for impactful outcom...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Lead efforts to maintain compliance and security for defense tech systems. Manage the RMF lifecycle, ensuring systems stay authorized and audit-ready, while collaborating with stakeholders to promote...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Elevate security measures by leading hands-on reviews of applications, APIs, and cloud services, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to build secure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $204K *

Lead the global physical security strategy, managing operations and risk across multiple sites. Drive continuous improvement in security initiatives, ensuring compliance and resilience while fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Transform the technology landscape of a defense organization by leading strategic initiatives in cybersecurity, AI, data architecture, and systems integration, driving scalable and compliant solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform client-facing security services by leading an expert team that ensures operational excellence, cultivates client relationships, and drives innovation in security tooling and practices to pro...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence in security management by leading the Global Security Operations Center team to ensure effective monitoring, risk mitigation, and incident response that protects personnel...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $196K *

Drive the development of comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and ensure robust incident response and risk management frameworks, while collaborating with university leadership and regional partners...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $206K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance for public sector products by directing the development of ATO packages and security plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate risk management...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K - $93K *

Lead the charge in supervising GSOC operations, guiding a team of analysts to ensure real-time incident response and high service standards in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment. Balance tactical decision...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Develop and lead a talented Security Operations Team, ensuring best practices in information security while implementing and optimizing security controls across diverse environments...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion security by leading the development and implementation of solutions that protect critical infrastructure. Collaborate with diverse teams, address complex challenges, and enhance security prot...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $375K *

Manage IAM Operations and Governance initiatives to enhance consistency and security. Drive operational excellence, establish repeatable models, and partner with stakeholders to translate strategy int...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $354K *

Unlock your potential by leading enterprise-wide IAM operations and governance. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance security outcomes while ensuring compliance in a dynamic financial services envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $317K *

Lead the charge in enterprise-scale Identity & Access Management (IAM) operations, driving resilient security outcomes. Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effectiveness and gov...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring journalist safety and security across global operations. Oversee crisis response, event security, and physical security measures, collaborating with cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Drive security initiatives for Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with government and contractor leadership to manage vulnerabilities and enhance secu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $153K *

Lead the charge in executing and managing SAP security programs to protect sensitive information, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards through hands-on collaboration with security teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $153K *

Champion security excellence by managing SAP compliance and protecting sensitive information across programs. Leverage your expertise to coordinate with key stakeholders, execute security protocols, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.