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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$116K - $210K *

Champion vulnerability remediation and system hardening in a diverse enterprise environment. Collaborate with INFOSEC to ensure compliance, drive execution, and maintain security across Windows and Li...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $161K *

Shape your career by leading the development of cybersecurity policies to enhance organizational security and compliance. Engage with stakeholders to ensure effective governance and risk management wh...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to lead high-impact cybersecurity projects, enhancing enterprise security. Collaborate with senior leaders to align strategic objectives and deliver complex initiatives on time and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise AI security by designing and executing red team engagements, translating technical risks into actionable governance insights for large organizations...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing secure Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for efficient data transfer between classified networks. Ensure compliance while integrating advanced AWS technologies to support vit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust AWS IAM strategy, ensuring security governance and compliance across cloud environments. Drive integration with enterprise identity providers while safeguarding acc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Join an influential team to architect high-quality cybersecurity solutions, enhancing risk management across diverse cloud platforms and fostering innovative security practices to empower software dev...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $211K *

Deliver strategic enterprise security architecture solutions that align IT objectives with business goals. Collaborate across technical teams to enhance system security while driving cost efficiency a...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $199K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by leading the engineering and security design of Cross Domain Solutions. Collaborate with mission partners and drive future capabilities, ensuring alignmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $277K *

Join a team that pioneers solutions in Cybersecurity Risk Management by architecting innovative tools that bridge risk data analysis and automation. Lead cross-functional efforts to enhance security p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $277K *

Bring your expertise to architect cutting-edge Cybersecurity Risk Management tools. Collaborate across teams to translate risk data into actionable insights, ensuring robust software execution and str...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $211K *

Join a team that's driving advanced cybersecurity architecture strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals and optimizing resource allocation in a healthcare environment, while navigating evolv...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $211K *

Optimize enterprise security architecture strategies to align with business goals, improve risk management, and enhance clinical and non-clinical IT infrastructures while navigating complex organizati...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Drive the development of CI/CD pipelines and security practices for diverse applications. Work as a technical generalist within the DevSecOps Platform Team, ensuring efficient delivery of enterprise s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Elevate your career as you lead and enhance the security posture of critical systems. Oversee the implementation of cybersecurity strategies and frameworks, ensuring compliance while collaborating wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Empower secure cloud architectures by implementing advanced security solutions across Microsoft platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance governance and cyber resilience while addressing complex se...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Oversee the security posture of information systems, ensuring compliance and effective management of sensitive operational environments, while supporting Special Access Programs and collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $188K *

Contribute to our Cyber Defense initiatives by optimizing SIEM processes, analyzing security events, and supporting cybersecurity teams to enhance detection capabilities across complex enterprise envi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $118K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security protocols by overseeing personnel, facility, and SAP security operations, providing expert guidance on security practices, and implementing effective risk mitigat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $290K *

Shape the future of technology by leading systems engineering efforts that drive innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and guide the integration of complex systems while ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of intelligence security policy by overseeing strategic foreign communications, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with national standards, while influencing na...

1 week ago

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

$144K - $217K *

Build a secure and effective Identity & Access Management (IAM) program by leading a dedicated team, collaborating across business units, and driving innovative IAM solutions that meet strategic enter...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's focused on security in a mission-critical HPC environment. Oversee daily operations, drive compliance with RMF, and collaborate with teams to ensure the highest security standards i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a dedicated team as an Information System Security Officer ensuring robust security operations and compliance across complex environments while directly impacting research and development activit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $217K *

Shape the future of identity and access management by leading a team that architect, integrates, and administers IAM infrastructure. Collaborate across business units to implement secure, user-friendl...

4 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.