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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$145K - $180K *

Transform your expertise by designing and implementing cybersecurity controls, conducting assessments, and ensuring secure system architectures across various environments, while collaborating with sk...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to identify cybersecurity risks, assess system security, and support secure system development, while troubleshooting security-related issues across complex technical environments in the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at safeguarding sensitive information by implementing, monitoring, and enhancing security measures consistent with federal standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing security postures and compliance. You'll oversee the integration of security tools, support incident responses, and protect sensitive information, leveraging...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate IT service delivery through strategic network management and complex systems integration. Leverage your technical acumen to optimize organizational processes while ensuring data security and o...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of critical network operations, ensuring security and efficiency while leading incident response and project oversight for a diverse set of stakeholders in the DoD environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage as the Battle Captain, ensuring oversight of DoDNet Watch operations. Drive network security, incident resolution, and tactical application while presenting briefings to senior leadership on ne...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive advanced technical management of networking requirements as the principal authority. Ensure operational integrity across enterprise applications and systems while developing configuration manage...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize network operations and ensure the integrity of enterprise systems. Lead technical management initiatives, provide security policy guidance, and maintain high availability of applications in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion advanced technical management of network systems while ensuring security, availability, and integrity of enterprise applications. Lead and support complex LAN/WAN operations to meet organizat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in network operations ensuring the integrity and availability of enterprise systems. Oversee complex configurations, provide expert guidance on security policies, and enhance customer...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop innovative solutions by leading technical management of complex LAN/WAN systems. Ensure operational integrity and security by implementing expert guidance on information security policies and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Execute advanced technical management of networking requirements, ensuring operational integrity and availability of enterprise applications. Lead security compliance and oversight in network operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive advanced technical management of customer networking needs, ensuring operational excellence and security compliance for enterprise applications, systems, and networks while leading a dedicated t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the technical management of enterprise networking systems, ensuring operational integrity and security. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies and implement advanced cybersecurity measures...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity through advanced network management. You'll lead technical operations, ensuring system integrity and policy compliance, while providing expert guidance to im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Execute advanced network management and security strategies to ensure operational integrity and accessibility of enterprise systems, leading technical efforts and compliance with cybersecurity policie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining the integrity and availability of enterprise networks. Lead efforts in technical management and security policy oversight, ensuring optimal operations for s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading technical management and ensuring operational integrity of critical LAN/WAN systems. Drive network operations and maintain data security for mission-critic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the technical vision and management of essential network operations, ensuring seamless availability and security of systems and data, while guiding compliance with rigorous cybersecurity standar...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive IT security policies and comprehensive evaluation projects, ensuring the reliability and security of systems. Collaborate on technical data system requirements and enhance network designs while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the protection of information systems as an IT Specialist (INFOSEC). Collaborate on security protocols, manage systems' compliance, and ensure the efficacy of cybersecurity measures for DoD Info...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion cybersecurity as an IT Specialist, ensuring secure IT systems through assessment and authorization processes. Collaborate with a team to manage risks and implement compliance across a critica...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Partner with us to lead and innovate in advanced network architecture, ensuring state-of-the-art solutions for classified and unclassified systems. Leverage your expertise to drive technical excellenc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Take ownership of enterprise cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring compliance and incident response while fortifying defenses against emerging threats. Collaborate with teams to enhance security process...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.