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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$123K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading IT audits and security assessments across sectors. Manage client projects, enhance team expertise, and drive practice development initiatives, ensuring quality and complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Advance your career by designing and delivering impactful training solutions for adult learners, leveraging your expertise in CompTIA Security+ and Network+. Collaborate with cross-functional teams an...

4 days ago

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

$69K - $109K *

Support the U.S. Air Force and Navy as a Systems Administrator II, ensuring system stability and performance through effective configuration, maintenance, and user support. Engage in hardware/software...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $151K *

Join us to secure our AI initiatives, blending data privacy and governance. Partner with teams across disciplines to ensure responsible AI tool adoption while managing compliance and risk in an ever-e...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform the future of DevSecOps as you enhance delivery workflows, integrate security into development pipelines, and ensure 24/7 operational reliability, supporting essential services for military...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to the design and testing of circuit card assemblies. This hands-on role in power, analog, and motor control engineering emphasizes collaboration and innovation to support...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's committed to securing cyber operations by supporting next-gen defense systems. This role involves incident management, system monitoring, and routine maintenance to ensure operation...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $176K *

Join a team that's vital to national security by leading the Information Systems Security lifecycle, ensuring compliance with policies and enhancing system security across classified environments whil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of corporate security by enhancing identity and access management, endpoint security, and operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to safeguard assets and improve security controls...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $150K *

Contribute to security engineering within a dynamic SOC, focusing on automation, cloud security, and detection engineering to enhance security operations, streamline incident response, and improve ove...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building and enhancing security capabilities within a modern SOC, focusing on automation, cloud security, and detection engineering. Collaborate across teams to improve system resil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a pivotal team to architect and optimize advanced DevSecOps pipelines for a key Department of War initiative, ensuring operational resilience and collaboration across multiple classified networks...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Manage cybersecurity threats by leading incident response, mentoring junior analysts, and developing custom detections. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure comprehensive threat identification and reme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $176K *

Lead mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives by overseeing RMF authorization activities, ensuring compliance and security for classified information systems, and driving vulnerability management ac...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Execute and enhance cybersecurity operations by performing assessments, tracking vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance across extensive enterprise environments. Support a mission focused on safegua...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion IAM operations by managing access, delivery, and governance processes. Collaborate with stakeholders, lead projects, and drive improvements in security and user experience while supporting te...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of critical IAM operations, contributing to service delivery and administrative functions while leading projects and supporting team management to enhance security and efficiency across...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $141K *

Lead the management and troubleshooting of enterprise-level Windows and Linux systems. Optimize IT infrastructure solutions while supporting national defense missions, and enhance reliability and perf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role managing systems across multi-platform environments. Provide vital support and ensure enterprise security while collaborating directly with stakeholders in a...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $190K *

Pioneer cybersecurity engineering solutions to safeguard critical systems. Lead security architecture design, validation, and operational compliance across the system lifecycle, ensuring robust defens...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of complex IT system projects, guiding their planning and integration. Leverage your expertise in cloud solutions and systems analysis to enhance functionality and resolve technical iss...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $185K *

Advance your career by leading secure AI systems' design and development. Partner across teams to ensure compliance and streamline integrations with cutting-edge Generative AI technology, enhancing se...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $185K *

Reimagine software security by leading secure design and compliance for GenAI systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance risk assessment, integrate security requirements, and validat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that’s focused on enhancing network security and optimization. This role encompasses managing advanced firewall solutions while collaborating on critical infrastructure projects and improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Develop, test, and maintain infrastructure services for applications in a classified environment, ensuring stability, security, and continuous integration for microservice applications supporting DOD...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.