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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$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by becoming a key Cyber Security Engineer/IAM Specialist. Help secure IT operations while shaping our evolving cyber program across governance, vulnerability management, and...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Drive comprehensive cybersecurity strategies within classified environments, ensuring compliance and risk management. Serve as a trusted authority, designing end-to-end solutions and mentoring junior...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Deliver innovative security solutions leveraging NIST 800-53 standards. Engage in risk management and authorization processes while collaborating in an agile environment. Prepare and present findings...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $220K *

Drive the development of robust cryptographic solutions by analyzing user needs, leading integration efforts, and ensuring compliance with certification standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enh...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $156K *

Shape the future of identity security by managing hybrid environments, ensuring secure authentication, and implementing robust compliance strategies across enterprise systems. Join to contribute to in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive program excellence by managing complex project controls, performance metrics, and scheduling. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project outcomes while ensuring compliance with technical...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K *

Join a team that's committed to safeguarding operations within secure environments, ensuring seamless support for government customers and maintaining compliance with security protocols across multipl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to the security landscape by overseeing all aspects of Special Access Programs and ensuring compliance with stringent U.S. Government regulations. This role requires leadership and technica...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead security management for Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance with U.S. Government directives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security practices, oversee personnel and physical s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Partner with us to manage user security and access across systems while ensuring compliance with IT security policies. You’ll collaborate with teams globally to resolve issues and streamline security...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance data security posture by managing controls across on-prem and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance data discovery, policy enforcement, and integration, ensuring robust operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Champion cybersecurity by bridging compliance and engineering, ensuring secure architectural designs and automating security processes in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with engineers to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate security efforts by ensuring optimal operation and enhancement of security systems protecting against cyber threats, providing key technical support, and fostering collaboration with the secur...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $102K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of security systems implementation and maintenance. Your expertise will enhance safety by ensuring optimal operation of alarms, surveillance, and access control te...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee and manage information security for Federal programs, ensuring compliance, risk assessment, and effective collaboration with various stakeholders, while fostering a secu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Help us enhance information systems security by implementing and assessing essential controls, managing documentation, and collaborating on risk management processes to protect organizational data and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower AI security by designing detection systems and automated responses that protect our cutting-edge infrastructure from evolving threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor incide...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join our security team to develop cutting-edge detection systems that protect AI infrastructure from evolving threats. Create automated responses for complex challenges while collaborating across team...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI security by developing cutting-edge detection systems and automated response capabilities. Drive innovation in protecting sophisticated AI infrastructure and collaborate with cr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Champion security compliance and operations across diverse national security programs, ensuring adherence to regulations and safeguarding classified information while leading a cohesive and effective...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Champion secure application development by leading AppSec initiatives, managing vulnerability assessments, and mentoring engineers to enhance security posture and compliance across diverse projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion security excellence by leading architecture efforts to integrate robust security measures into technology and business initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk reduction across enterprise en...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $101K *

Elevate cybersecurity operations by leading incident response efforts, analyzing threats, and optimizing security tools. Mentor junior analysts while implementing standard methodologies and security i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $120K *

Transform our risk management processes by effectively evaluating security policies. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to navigate risks, manage the Risk Register, and enhance compliance while fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

Accelerate innovation in cryptography, software assurance, and secure coding. Collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity practices through research and application of cutting-edge technologies, w...

1 week 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.