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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$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity as a Zero Trust Engineer, implementing key security controls and access mechanisms. Collaborate across multiple environments to enhance mission readiness and protect...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Design and implement Zero Trust security controls to safeguard mission systems across all classification levels, ensuring alignment with Department of War policies and continuous operational reliabili...

6 days ago

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

$104K - $166K *

Engage in comprehensive cyber threat analysis, leveraging expertise to assess and communicate emerging threats. Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity readiness and support str...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Explore this critical role in information assurance, enhancing cybersecurity by maintaining security policies and operations while ensuring compliance with NIST standards for classified information sy...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform secure communication architectures as a Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in CSfC. Lead design, implementation, and maintenance efforts to ensure compliance with NSA standards while suppor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform secure communications by designing and implementing CSfC solutions. Leverage your expertise in DAR and DiT architectures while supporting mission operations, ensuring compliance with NSA sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive excellence in Identity Access Management by leading CyberArk implementations, collaborating across teams, and automating workflows. Utilize your 5+ years of experience to enhance security and op...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Champion the design and implementation of Privileged Access Management solutions, leveraging CyberArk technologies to optimize security and efficiency across enterprise environments. Collaborate with...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower advanced cybersecurity measures by leading offensive security assessments, penetration testing, and red team operations. Drive security architecture evaluations and strengthen the security pos...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing organization-wide physical security by designing, implementing, and managing projects and technology solutions, while collaborating with stakeholders to protect assets and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $219K *

Join us to advance our offensive security strategy and exposure management program. You will lead initiatives to enhance risk assessment, automated testing, and collaborate across teams to strengthen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the Cyber Defense Operations, overseeing 24x7 SOC operations, managing incident response, and guiding technical staff to safeguard critical systems against evolving thr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity through engineering robust Comply-to-Connect (C2C) deployments, managing critical services across sensitive environments while collaborating with stakeholder...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity resilience by designing and maintaining robust data collection solutions, ensuring optimal decision-making through accurate data ingestion and system perform...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Manage enterprise cybersecurity applications, ensuring compliance and providing expert support. Drive enhancements to processes and systems while collaborating closely with team members and customers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $219K *

Transform cybersecurity initiatives by driving strategy and automating risk assessment processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to improve security posture while mentoring team members and enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $219K *

Join us to lead our offensive security and exposure management efforts. Drive strategy, scale automated testing, and collaborate with teams to reduce risk and strengthen our cybersecurity posture acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Join a team that's committed to developing holistic security solutions to safeguard advanced technology. Collaborate on cybersecurity assessments and controls, directly impacting national defense and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate cybersecurity resilience by deploying and maintaining critical data collection solutions. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance system performance, ensuring robust protection and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to architecting and enhancing Cyber Security solutions. You will play a pivotal role in engineering and sustaining deployment support, while also overseeing critical secur...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate cybersecurity strategies by designing secure data solutions, troubleshooting issues, and implementing robust access controls to enhance decision-making and operational resilience across the e...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead mission-critical cybersecurity efforts by deploying and maintaining data solutions. Drive the design and management of Splunk systems, ensuring secure and reliable data ingestion for informed dec...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Engage with us to monitor and analyze cyber threats, support incident response, and implement security measures while collaborating with clients to enhance their cyber defense capabilities in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $146K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by managing the company's security program and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate across teams to address risks while executing hand-on security tasks and enhancin...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive your cybersecurity career by leading enterprise security initiatives, enhancing risk management, and establishing governance frameworks. Oversee compliance and incident response operations, whil...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.