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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$125K - $180K *

Grow your career with our dynamic team as a Senior Threat Response Specialist, enhancing security capabilities and advising analysts on emerging threats while driving proactive threat detection and in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $163K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in directory services, providing hands-on technical leadership for Entra ID and Active Directory. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operations, s...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $182K *

Lead the delivery of complex enterprise application projects, driving alignment among cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Utilize AI tools to enhance efficiency and communication, ensuring succes...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engineer your future by driving secure CI/CD practices and enhancing cloud operations in a collaborative DevSecOps environment, enabling efficient software delivery within federal healthcare projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $275K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced AI agent frameworks, optimizing decision-making processes for analysts while ensuring safety and scalability. Foster a culture of ethical AI and rapid ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engineer secure software delivery and CI/CD pipelines in a collaborative DevSecOps environment, improving deployment reliability and operational stability across complex healthcare technology solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $220K *

Pioneer a transformative DevSecOps culture by integrating security into the software delivery lifecycle, leading engineering teams, and establishing best practices across multi-cloud environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $297K *

Innovate your career by leading transformational digital strategies within the Intelligence Community, driving business growth and fostering key partnerships while overseeing technology solutions and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping cybersecurity strategies as a Technology Strategist, collaborating across teams to drive innovation, enhance customer engagement, and position the organization as a thought...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's transforming software development through agile practices while designing innovative solutions. You'll collaborate on cloud capabilities and support comprehensive project lifecycles...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$66K - $106K *

Optimize and implement IT systems for satellite ground systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support design and deployment of infrastructure, ensuring performance and compliance across v...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $165K *

Optimize training infrastructure by developing innovative solutions that enhance user experiences and ensure scalable, high-quality training delivery across military and commercial sectors. Collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $132K *

Champion the modernization of enterprise solutions, driving innovation and efficiency through cutting-edge technologies while collaborating across diverse teams for optimal results...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of core platform systems, collaborating with teams to enhance scalability and resilience while mentoring engineers and guiding complex technical initiatives in a hands-on role...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive impactful projects by architecting scalable platform solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, optimize infrastructure, and mentor engineers while fostering technical excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead a team to design, build, and optimize scalable platform services, mentoring engineers while driving impactful architectural initiatives across distributed systems and cloud infrastructure to ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and supporting secure CI/CD pipelines across multi-cloud environments, collaborating with teams to deliver efficient software solutions and ensuring alignment with missio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $300K *

Join our security team and lead the Data Loss Prevention program, safeguarding digital assets and critical infrastructure while driving innovation in cyber protection across diverse environments. Elev...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a mission-driven team to enhance national airspace safety through radar modernization. Use your expertise in radar systems to analyze performance and support critical air traffic control upgrades...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by owning end-to-end full-stack web app development, architecting robust backend systems, and building high-performance user interfaces to empower decision-making in cyber...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $221K *

Champion security excellence by leading vulnerability assessments, mentoring engineers, and enhancing product security processes. Utilize AI technologies to optimize workflows and translate security r...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the advancement of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure environments, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while supporting DoD missions. Collaborate to design, implement, and maintain mission...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's defining the security posture of critical DoD software platforms. Lead RMF lifecycle ownership and ensure compliance while guiding stakeholders through complex authorization and sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.