Welcome to IT Security Specialist Jobs at Ladders

As a hub for high-paying jobs, Ladders provides a broad array of IT Security Specialist job opportunities. These are roles that not only challenge your professional skill sets, but also provide a remuneration of $100,000 or more.

What is an IT Security Specialist?

An IT Security Specialist is a professional who is responsible for protecting the digital infrastructure and sensitive data of an organization against cyber threats.

Why opt for an IT Security Specialist job?

With the increasing digital transformation across industries, the demand for skilled IT Security Specialists is on the rise. Not only do these roles offer gratifying challenges, but they also ensure lucrative pay.

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Create your profile at Ladders and start exploring well-paid IT Security Specialist jobs. Get industry trends, salary insights, and the right opportunities required to climb the ladder of success in your career.

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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of technical support by resolving complex issues, collaborating with teams, and training staff to enhance customer experiences and optimize services in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Drive the development of advanced data pipelines in a cloud environment to centralize and govern critical data for national security operations. Lead a team in migrating legacy systems to modern solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$112K - $179K *

Lead the charge in establishing security leadership across government IT contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing incidents, and driving security initiatives within a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Engineer scalable AI platforms to identify and address vulnerabilities in production code. Collaborate closely with security and product teams to enhance application security through automated workflo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Engineer robust security solutions to protect users and partners. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance security across infrastructure, applications, and compliance, while writing production code...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Engage with customers to provide tailored security solutions while collaborating with sales teams, demonstrating expertise in cybersecurity technologies and driving educational initiatives to address...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$346K - $500K+*

Shape a secure future for research technologies. Lead in defining security for multi-cloud environments that enable high-compute research, ensuring safety in CI/CD practices and automated systems for...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Transform application security by embedding secure practices in the software development lifecycle, collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure robust security across all internal applicati...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of Army Reserve ICT infrastructure by providing expertise for construction and modernization projects across diverse locations. Your role includes quality assurance inspections and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$137K - $244K *

Join a team that's transforming CI/CD practices by architecting automated deployments, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and enhancing system performance through innovative DevOps solutions and expert...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Transform security compliance efforts through collaboration across teams, utilizing expertise in commercial and federal regulations to implement scalable solutions that meet rigorous security standard...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $205K *

Drive your career forward by leading a high-performing team of threat hunters and MDR specialists. You'll enhance customer relationships and operational excellence while translating complex security i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $259K *

Accelerate progress at safeguarding enterprise environments by leading CTEM and Vulnerability Management initiatives. Drive collaboration to reduce risks across IT, cloud, operational technology, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by managing risk assessments, ensuring compliance, and maintaining security protocols for a critical government project. Collaborate with stakeholders to protect sen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Drive the management and optimization of Azure infrastructure to enhance cloud operations, ensuring efficiency and security across enterprise environments, through hands-on administration and collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive partner program execution and support sales initiatives by collaborating across teams. Play a key role in enhancing partner engagement and aligning strategies with technology partners to maximiz...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Bring your expertise to lead AI Security & Governance initiatives, ensuring secure AI adoption and integration across systems. Collaborate with teams to develop risk assessments, architecture guidelin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower business strategies as a Data Scientist by analyzing complex data sets, developing predictive models, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive data insights and innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize cloud security infrastructure and enhance detection capabilities while investigating and responding to alerts. Contribute to building internal tools to elevate security measures, your experti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $250K *

Transform the intersection of cybersecurity and government solutions by leading client delivery and business development in critical infrastructure settings, while delivering high-priority client work...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $120K *

Engage our customers by effectively deploying and customizing security solutions, ensuring optimal use of our product suite while driving cross-functional collaboration and operational improvements...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$139K - $213K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving strategic client success and exceeding expectations within your territory through innovative technology solutions and strong relationship management...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $344K *

Accelerate your career by leading our Software Engineering teams, driving innovation and technical excellence while aligning technology solutions with business objectives and user needs...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the future of cloud infrastructure by automating and optimizing systems for reliability, performance, and scalability, collaborating with engineering teams to embed best practices and foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

Optimize security and IT operations, supporting diverse teams and managing requests while ensuring efficient access control and incident responses. Collaborate in a remote-first environment dedicated...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Security Specialist do?question toggle

    An IT Security Specialist is primarily responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security protocols to protect an organization's computer networks and systems.

  • What qualifications are needed for an IT Security Specialist job?question toggle

    Typically, an IT Security Specialist requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with relevant experience. Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ may be advantageous.

  • What skills are important for an IT Security Specialist?question toggle

    Important skills for an IT Security Specialist include a strong understanding of cybersecurity and risk management, knowledge of computer networks and systems, proficiency in coding, and excellent problem-solving abilities.

  • What are average salaries for IT Security Specialist jobs?question toggle

    While salaries can vary based on location, experience, and company size, IT Security Specialist roles often offer six-figure salaries, making them one of the high-paying jobs in the tech industry.