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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$93K - $150K *

Optimize security operations by leading personnel clearance management, ensuring compliance with security regulations, and providing expert guidance across various levels of the organization. Drive co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading a comprehensive security program, managing risk assessments, compliance initiatives, and incident responses, while fostering a culture of security across the organizat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Execute comprehensive information security strategies, ensuring compliance and risk management across the enterprise. Lead incident response and foster security culture while collaborating with key de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust information security program to safeguard data and systems. Oversee governance, compliance, risk management, and incident response while collaborating with depar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Optimize the bank's security landscape by designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive information security program, focusing on risk assessment, compliance, and incident response to safeguar...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K *

Transform community engagement by leading operations for our Ambassador program, ensuring quality service delivery and effective team management to enhance guest experiences through innovative solutio...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by managing security architecture and system processes, ensuring compliance with top security standards while minimizing risks across diverse IT applications and infrastructure. Colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead security architecture initiatives by assessing risks, developing standards, and collaborating across IT and Product Management teams to ensure compliance and security best practices are maintaine...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $200K *

Discover a dynamic role where you'll drive operational excellence across the learning portfolio, ensuring timely execution, stakeholder accountability, and quality control in a fast-paced environment...

Today

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

$135K - $165K *

Transform IT infrastructure management for critical MILCON projects, ensuring robust support and collaboration with military and intelligence partners to achieve mission objectives while overseeing de...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in securing operations at a key military base, managing personnel and materials to uphold compliance and protect sensitive information through strategic policy development and implemen...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$192K - $240K *

Serve as a key security consultant, collaborating with IT and development teams to build secure applications, manage risk, and ensure adherence to security policies and standards across diverse system...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead in enhancing safety and security operations while managing emergency response initiatives and developing relationships within corporate settings. Contribute to a proactive security environment by...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by assessing and enhancing information systems security, ensuring compliance with NIST and risk management standards while presenting findings to diverse audiences and driving objecti...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join and lead a diverse global team to enhance cybersecurity measures, develop incident response strategies, and implement cutting-edge security technologies to safeguard vital information assets and...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in integrated security campaigns that drive brand awareness and demand generation for enterprise and MSP audiences. Own campaign strategies, digital channels, and measurement infrastru...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Elevate system performance by administering and securing complex Linux infrastructures. You will support mission-critical operations in a classified environment while ensuring compliance with security...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$231K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare security by leading the strategy for information security and cloud operations, ensuring compliance while enabling innovative AI solutions to enhance patient i...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $203K *

Elevate your career by leading security delivery initiatives ensuring compliance with essential frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders, conduct audits, and manage ATO documentation to drive program...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Support corporate security systems by enhancing IAM, endpoint protection, and security operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure device management, incident response, and compliance across a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity at an enterprise scale, ensuring robust policies and practices are in place to protect classified information while fostering collaborative team dynamics and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $130K *

Lead and optimize security operations within a global center, coordinating monitoring and incident response. Drive team development and manage performance metrics to ensure safety across North America...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Empower our security initiatives by leading collateral administration, incident response, classification management, and compliance assessments. Drive success across multiple programs, ensuring robust...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you assess and enhance security controls, ensuring compliance and risk management in a dynamic environment, while supporting critical mission assurance for multiple defense pr...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape security governance for the global SAP landscape, overseeing architecture and operations. Lead a team to ensure compliance, partner with cross-functional teams, and mentor staff to elevate secur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.