High-Paying IT Security Officer Jobs

Welcome to our category page for IT Security Officer Jobs. Here you'll find a wide variety of roles that offer salaries of $100,000 or more. These opportunities span a variety of industries, including tech, finance, healthcare, and government.

What does an IT Security Officer do?

An IT Security Officer is responsible for protecting the organization's computers, networks, and data against threats, such as security breaches, computer viruses or attacks by cyber-criminals.

Industry Outlook

As the need for IT security continues to grow, the demand for IT Security Officers is increasing, offering a positive outlook for this field.

Interview Advice

Prepare for your interview by understanding the latest IT security tools and trends. Be ready to explain how you have used your skills to prevent or handle security incidents in the past.

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$89K - $184K *

Champion the integration of security practices in cloud and application workflows. Collaborate with DevOps, security, and application teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines and automated security controls...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop robust security strategies for a multi-tenant platform by integrating security practices into product lifecycles, enhancing application and cloud security, and driving incident response for se...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$499K - $500K+*

Shape the future of system security by architecting robust solutions for edge and gaming appliances. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures while ensuring high performance and efficienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage the internal cyber environment, ensuring operational security and availability through effective monitoring, documentation, and asset management. Collaborate with teams to enhance security meas...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Transform workforce identity and access management by leading engineering efforts, ensuring secure and efficient operations while driving strategic initiatives that enhance user experience and operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $194K *

Empower critical cybersecurity operations by monitoring security events and managing user access. Collaborate with a diverse team to safeguard government missions while supporting compliance and conti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize your career as a Tier 2 SOC Analyst, driving impactful security strategies and enhancing client engagement through hands-on contributions and cutting-edge tools. Engage deeply with detection...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI security, leading incident response for product-level threats. Craft a robust AI incident response strategy, ensuring products are secure from vulnerabilities...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with sales teams to deliver impactful product demos and technical expertise, driving security solutions for customers and helping shape strategic approaches that...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $222K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Specialist Legal Editor, leveraging your expertise in data privacy and cybersecurity to produce high-quality legal content and contribute to AI-driven solutions while n...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $235K *

Join us as a Cyber Security Architect to define and execute innovative AI security strategies and architectures, collaborating across teams to enhance our organization's AI initiatives and drive secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping and managing security and IT functions for a dynamic healthcare technology firm, ensuring compliance while executing hands-on strategies that drive organizational growth and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development and execution of information assurance strategies and compliance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and safeguard data integrity in accordance with industry s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $174K *

Take ownership of compliance initiatives, leading PCI DSS and Federal programs to ensure audit readiness and effective controls across multiple environments. Collaborate with teams to identify gaps an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $195K *

Drive the information security vision by leading a dedicated team, overseeing security operations, and advancing strategic initiatives across the enterprise to enhance overall security posture and com...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in security operations, overseeing SOC functions, incident response, and team management while innovating strategies to safeguard assets and enhance organizational resilience against e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion the security and compliance of cloud operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure IL5 AWS GovCloud environments are secure, compliant, and continuously monitored while updati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading our security efforts, shaping policies and programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate security across all technology layers, driving proactive solutions to safeg...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Drive cybersecurity compliance and engineering for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new requirements and maintain a robust security posture while managing...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $282K *

Elevate government operations by architecting and implementing high-performance cloud platforms, driving AI/ML modernization across federal environments while collaborating with multi-disciplinary tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Lead the charge in security research to enhance threat intelligence by analyzing in-the-wild exploits and collaborating with experts to track adversary behavior and develop actionable insights...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate security observability by enhancing Datadog's capabilities across cloud and corporate environments, ensuring actionable detection aligned with real-world threats while collaborating with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Pioneer innovative cybersecurity solutions by leading product strategy and execution. Drive market leadership in protecting against AI-driven threats through collaboration across teams and with custom...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $200K *

Help us redefine enterprise security solutions by partnering with Sales to address complex security and risk challenges for customers, utilizing your technical expertise and communication skills to dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $235K *

Lead engineering excellence in ServiceNow, driving strategy and team development to harness AI capabilities for enhanced operational efficiency and seamless platform upgrades...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to become an IT Security Officer?question toggle

    Most IT Security Officer roles require a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Certifications in information security and significant experience in IT security are also usually required.

  • What industries employ IT Security Officers?question toggle

    IT Security Officers are employed by a variety of industries, including tech, finance, healthcare, and government.

  • What is the expected salary for an IT Security Officer?question toggle

    The salary for an IT Security Officer can vary widely depending on the industry, location, and level of responsibility. However, on Ladders, you will find IT Security Officer roles that offer salaries of $100,000 or more.