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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$128K - $192K *

Empower enterprise mobility by deploying robust mobile security solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless access and usability for thousands of devices, while safeguarding against evolving...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Manage the security posture of classified information systems by driving risk management decisions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to sustain Authorization to Opera...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by implementing controls and conducting assessments in cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance security within complex IT infrast...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming cyber threat data into actionable intelligence, guiding teams to enhance national cybersecurity. Oversee operations, direct data management, and create impactful strate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Elevate security standards by leading diverse information protection initiatives, analyzing technology threats, and ensuring compliance across the organization while managing security systems and resp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$93K - $150K *

Optimize security operations by leading personnel clearance management, ensuring compliance with security regulations, and providing expert guidance across various levels of the organization. Drive co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Optimize security operations by leading a team of analysts to monitor threats, coordinate responses, and enhance organizational defenses. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective incident...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading security operations, managing a team of analysts, and enhancing the organization's security posture through effective incident response and monitoring strategies...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $148K *

Shape the security landscape by guiding comprehensive information systems security for Special Access Programs (SAPs). Leverage over 5 years of expertise in cybersecurity and policy development to enh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Lead the charge in ensuring information system security for high-stakes programs. Serve as the principal advisor on security measures, conduct risk assessments, and develop compliance policies within...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Drive information security excellence by advising on system security matters and supporting Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance and risk management across key initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $176K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity systems by ensuring robust security architectures and compliance with DoD policies. Collaborate with teams to foster innovative solutions while safeguarding critical...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $139K *

Elevate your career by executing pivotal security operations, supporting compliance, and engaging with diverse teams to protect critical systems in a vital Air Force role. Drive change and ensure the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee information systems security policy and operations. Advise on security evaluations, risk assessments, and compliance within Special Access Programs, ensuring the integri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Champion the implementation and oversight of information system security programs, advising on security policy, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance across Special Access Programs (SAP...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Shape the future of information security by ensuring systems integrity within Special Access Programs. Provide expert oversight on security policies and risk management, supporting the mission through...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Elevate your career by overseeing information system security within special access programs. You will perform risk assessments, develop security policies, and ensure compliance with the Risk Manageme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Elevate cybersecurity by acting as a principal advisor on information system security, ensuring compliance and risk management for Special Access Programs while overseeing security policies and traini...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Optimize the security of information systems through comprehensive risk management and technical advisement, ensuring compliance with established protocols for sensitive information access and safegua...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Shape the future of information security by guiding comprehensive risk management strategies within Special Access Programs. Oversight of system security evaluations and policies will be central to th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Shape critical cybersecurity initiatives by advising on the security of key information systems, conducting risk assessments, and developing security policies for Special Access Programs (SAP) in a hi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $148K *

Take ownership of the security of information systems, advising on technical and policy matters while overseeing the implementation of security programs, risk assessments, and compliance within Specia...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading offensive security strategies, enhancing threat detection, and collaborating across teams to drive innovative security practices and custom tooling development in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by leveraging expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes. Provide actionable leadership to ensure authorization compliance for systems, enhancing securit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $134K *

Lead cybersecurity initiatives ensuring compliance and security across systems, engaging with teams and clients to safeguard vital technologies while promoting a culture of responsiveness and innovati...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.