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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$79K - $147K *

Advance national security through hands-on cybersecurity measures, collaborating with teams to uphold robust information security standards while fostering a family-first culture and ensuring technica...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with opportunities to manage IAM solutions, collaborate with diverse teams, and ensure security compliance through innovative identity and access management strategies across the org...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Optimize the development of autonomous offensive security systems by building tools, workflows, and capabilities for discovering and exploiting vulnerabilities in real-world applications, driving inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $178K *

Shape the future of security evaluations as you conduct assessments, improve physical security standards, and partner with teams to protect critical facilities and infrastructure across the Americas w...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $178K *

Elevate security measures by evaluating physical security of data facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, assessing technologies and improving operational protocols to enhance the securit...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Champion the security and efficiency of enterprise infrastructure, implementing solutions across networks and applications. Collaborate with technical teams to troubleshoot and enhance firewall securi...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead and enhance cybersecurity initiatives by actively identifying and resolving vulnerabilities. Collaborate with technical teams, track remediation efforts, and ensure compliance with defense standa...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by securing multi-cloud environments through innovative strategies, robust security controls, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and resilience agains...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that oversees critical Cyber Operations, directing network infrastructure and operations. As a senior IT advisor, you'll lead compliance, manage personnel, and tackle complex cybersecurity...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $118K *

Champion cybersecurity by conducting audits, assessments, and implementing security measures. Lead initiatives ensuring compliance with government requirements and maintain a strong security posture t...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Develop and enhance cybersecurity compliance initiatives while collaborating across teams. Monitor controls, prepare audit reports, and provide guidance on compliance issues to ensure alignment with i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $190K *

Engage your expertise to implement, monitor, and enhance cybersecurity controls for classified information systems, ensuring compliance with DoD and IC regulations while supporting accreditation proce...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$61K - $114K *

Manage security programs to ensure compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with U.S. government customers, oversee access to classified materials, and develop security education initiative...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $141K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity as you assess and ensure authorization for classified systems, applying robust U.S. Government policies while guiding compliance, monitoring, and evolving security pr...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $226K *

Champion a multidisciplinary security approach by leading the Department of War's security operations, ensuring compliance while integrating information and physical security, managing staff, and liai...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $136K *

Empower our IT security framework, ensuring integrity and confidentiality across systems. Collaborate with teams to design protocols, manage incidents, and promote compliance. Lead training initiative...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $290K *

Serve as a Systems Engineer focusing on Information Systems Security, ensuring mission-critical systems are secure and reliable. Collaborate with teams throughout the system lifecycle to influence des...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team seeking a Senior Manager to enhance enterprise security. Lead engineers in vulnerability management, Linux security, and IT compliance, balancing risk and operational needs while s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $240K *

Unlock the potential of your leadership in this senior role focused on securing enterprise systems. Develop, mentor, and guide a team of engineers while shaping strategic security initiatives across m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $140K *

Lead information security compliance for federal programs, managing policy implementation and client collaboration to enhance cybersecurity posture across multiple facilities and systems...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by enforcing security policies and compliance controls in cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring robust resilience against cyber threats. Collaborate with teams to support impro...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of your cybersecurity expertise to enhance client security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct threat analysis, and lead innovative strategies to protect critical in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Reimagine secure transport architecture and encryption integration across complex networks, ensuring seamless operation and compliance with mission-critical requirements. Lead design decisions on encr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to cybersecurity efforts by analyzing threats, enhancing incident response, and advising on strategic security decisions, all while collaborating with teams to uphold security standards and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading security authorization for complex systems, overseeing compliance, and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure readiness and continuity...

5 days 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.