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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$75K - $175K *

Advance application security initiatives by leading manual code reviews, penetration tests, and threat modeling. Work closely with clients to strengthen their secure development processes, delivering...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to enhance Windows OS sensor solutions, tackling complex challenges, optimizing systems, and ensuring high-quality project delivery through collaboration and technical...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career as an Information Systems Security Officer, ensuring the security of information systems by executing NIST RMF, conducting audits, and collaborating with technical teams while promoti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $285K *

Champion the security landscape at scale by leading threat modeling and automation of security controls while collaborating across teams to embed secure design practices into product and infrastructur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Elevate your career by implementing secure DevSecOps practices in AWS GovCloud, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and automating infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to optimize deployment patterns and m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive IAM excellence by designing, implementing, and managing secure access systems. Collaborate across IT to enhance security measures, ensure compliance, and protect sensitive data from unauthorized...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's building and optimizing a security-first enterprise environment. As a senior contributor, you'll design systems that enhance secure access and employee experience while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence across diverse programs, collaborating with senior leadership to enhance performance and customer engagement while driving growth initiatives within the business unit p...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Optimize cybersecurity efforts by translating complex business needs into actionable strategies, leading the Risk Management Framework lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with federal standards in a co...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Drive product strategy and lifecycle management for Managed Security Services, ensuring alignment with market needs and customer requirements in cybersecurity, including AI and emerging threats. Colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Serve as a key driver in shaping and enforcing cybersecurity policies, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards while advising on risk management and audit readiness across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a high-impact team to lead cybersecurity efforts, mentor professionals, and ensure compliance within complex environments, driving excellence in security operations and initiatives to protect cri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of security professionals, ensuring the safety of critical operations and personnel in a high-stakes environment while exceeding operational efficiency and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$175K - $220K *

Champion enterprise risk management by leading a team to identify, assess, and treat risks across the organization, collaborating with stakeholders to drive a risk-aware culture and improve processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the Solutions Architect team to enhance customer engagement, drive strategic initiatives, and cultivate relationships by leveraging technical expertise and building effective processes for scalab...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Champion security excellence by enhancing organizational defenses, optimizing controls, and fostering secure technology practices to protect vital assets and enable safe digital transformation across...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Transform enterprise endpoint security by architecting and maintaining protection strategies for diverse environments. Drive vulnerability management, compliance efforts, and enhance operational effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive the evolution of our security and risk program by leading incident response, vulnerability management, compliance initiatives, and security operations while collaborating with cross-functional t...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage in advancing cryptographic practices by developing and assessing question-answer pairs for post-quantum cryptography, ensuring test subjects demonstrate critical understanding and application o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Optimize the evaluation of post-quantum cryptography applications by creating assessment tools and analyzing test subjects' understanding of cryptographic principles while recommending quantum-safe al...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $245K *

Take ownership of integrating security in CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure cloud operations while empowering engineering teams at speed. Collaborate to fortify security architecture and manage vulnera...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Explore customer-centric solutions by leveraging your expertise in cloud security. Collaborate with sales to tailor technical offerings, guide engagements, and bridge communication between teams, ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $341K *

Elevate architecture strategy by anchoring enterprise functions and fostering collaboration across IT and enterprise applications, enhancing design consistency and quality without centralizing authori...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $94K *

Accelerate your career by managing moderate complexity projects to enhance data security and clinical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support incident response and improve user exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$101K - $152K *

Champion advanced enterprise security initiatives, drive cybersecurity maturity, and lead incident response efforts while optimizing cloud and operational security across diverse environments with a c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.