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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$145K - $155K *

Lead and coordinate Agile Release Trains (ARTs) for enterprise ERP deployments. Guide Scrum teams, facilitate planning sessions, and ensure delivery efficiency in a mission-critical defense environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Join a team that's fostering innovation by implementing robust DevOps practices, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and supporting dynamic environments while collaborating with key stakeholders and driving op...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that ensures secure, compliant IT operations for mission-critical services. As a System Administrator, you'll manage server environments, support cybersecurity protocols, and collaborate w...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive Upwind's analyst relations program, enhancing visibility and credibility by engaging key industry analysts. Shape market perception of our cloud security platform through strategic relationships...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $210K *

Drive proactive security compliance as a hands-on leader, mentoring a GRC team while executing high-impact projects. Ensure audit readiness through innovative design, engineering partnerships, and con...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $215K *

Develop robust backend services in Python to support enterprise deployments in air-gapped environments, ensuring operational integrity and seamless upgrades for security infrastructure...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $240K *

Engage as a technical lead, driving product evaluations and tailored security solutions for prospective clients while ensuring high satisfaction and successful deal closures in the Southeast region...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $209K *

Join a dynamic security team to enhance threat resilience. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement secure technical solutions and improve incident response capabilities while driving security init...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the technical marketing strategy to effectively communicate security solutions and engage audiences through various channels, from industry events to customer interactions, ensuring the value is...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive growth through consultative sales, foster relationships with security leaders, and lead a key region in closing transformative cybersecurity deals for enterprises and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Lead a dynamic sales team to optimize renewals and drive expansion through strategic initiatives, risk management, and insightful forecasting, while fostering individual growth and ensuring customer s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join the team to deliver robust Linux administration and automation solutions. Enhance enterprise environments through CI/CD pipeline development, optimize system performance, and ensure operational s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $224K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Solutions Architect, blending technical knowledge with strategic insights to drive AI, ML, and HPC solutions, enhancing customer performance and efficiency through...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $198K *

Help us drive security sales by providing technical expertise and support to our enterprise customers. Collaborate with sales teams, demonstrate product capabilities, and influence product development...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize data engineering practices as you design scalable schemas and improve data governance across our innovative platform, enhancing the way customers secure and interact with their data...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Champion innovative technical solutions by leveraging expertise in federal cybersecurity and cloud modernizations. Collaborate across teams to architect winning proposals and engage in strategic busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $115K *

Contribute to cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions by engaging technical conversations, delivering impactful presentations, and showcasing innovative capabilities to customers across the Central regio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving technical excellence in enterprise solutions. As a trusted advisor, guide customers through the sales cycle, ensuring impactful solution design and accelerating deal progres...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize client OT security by assessing systems without operational risk. Engage closely with clients to convey actionable insights while avoiding disruptions, leveraging deep expertise in sensitive...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $114K *

Drive the implementation and oversight of fiber network construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and effective coordination across multiple locations while managing costs and timeline...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $200K *

Transform complex legal data challenges by leveraging your eDiscovery expertise. Drive innovative AI tools in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring efficient data management and analysis...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $195K *

Champion a high-impact offensive security program driving real-world assessments. Lead and mentor elite red team operators, ensuring strategic alignment with client objectives while enhancing cybersec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Develop and extend mission applications on AWS GovCloud, focusing on API, authentication, and data connectivity. Collaborate in an agile, cross-functional team to influence architecture decisions for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $185K *

Drive security engineering initiatives across applications, APIs, and cloud infrastructure, enhancing automation, integration and securing development workflows to prevent security vulnerabilities and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Join a team that's leading enterprise cloud migrations to Microsoft Azure, designing secure and scalable architectures. Utilize your deep technical expertise and mentoring skills to optimize cloud sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.