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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$90K - $120K *

Champion security excellence by implementing robust controls for enterprise applications, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to document, assess, and mainta...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity by leading incident response efforts, investigating complex threats, and standardizing processes to strengthen our security posture across diverse tech...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate your career by leading advanced incident response activities, enhancing security monitoring, and improving detection capabilities to combat complex cybersecurity threats in a dynamic technolo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion cloud engineering excellence by leading teams in architecting, designing, and deploying robust multi-cloud infrastructures while ensuring operational reliability and security compliance for f...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career with a leadership role guiding cybersecurity compliance and governance across all business units, driving initiatives to enhance security posture, and fostering a culture of complianc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Develop and maintain critical systems for a dynamic IT service desk, optimizing network performance and providing expert troubleshooting support for end users in a multi-user environment. Engage with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $160K *

Oversee security protocols and documentation for classified Information Systems, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with agencies to maintain system integrity while managing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Drive cybersecurity operations and compliance initiatives to ensure system integrity, security, and operational excellence within classified environments, supporting critical mission functions for est...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's focused on security in a mission-critical HPC environment. Oversee daily operations, drive compliance with RMF, and collaborate with teams to ensure the highest security standards i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a dedicated team as an Information System Security Officer ensuring robust security operations and compliance across complex environments while directly impacting research and development activit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $162K *

Lead the charge in SAP Security solutions by implementing and optimizing GRC access controls, ensuring secure enterprise environments, and enhancing risk assessments while collaborating with cross-fun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of technology and security. Lead SAP GRC and access control implementations, ensuring robust protection and compliance across dynamic business environments whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Partner with us to enhance SAP security and GRC access control implementations, driving optimizations across varied client environments while maintaining robust security practices and compliance stand...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Join our Enterprise Security team to deliver SAP security implementations, optimize GRC access control, and support organizational transformation through effective risk analysis and security solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Join the charge in enhancing SAP security and GRC access control, leading critical implementations and assessments for enterprise-level clients while optimizing risk management and compliance solution...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing SAP environments, driving GRC access control implementations, and fostering security best practices through independent and collaborative project delivery acro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Grow your career by implementing and optimizing SAP security solutions for complex client environments while leading access control initiatives and ensuring compliance with risk management standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Drive your career by implementing SAP security solutions and optimizing governance processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance security across global client environments. Lead critical assessments an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Lead the charge in SAP security implementations, assessments, and optimizations across complex client environments, ensuring robust governance and compliance to enhance enterprise security...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Deliver SAP Security solutions by designing, implementing, and optimizing access control processes while ensuring compliance across various platforms, contributing to the organization's security archi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Lead SAP security implementations and assessments, optimizing GRC access control across complex projects while collaborating with teams to enhance system security and compliance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Champion security initiatives as a Security Engineer II to enhance SAP ecosystems through implementing and optimizing security measures across various environments while supporting enterprise agility...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Transform security practices by implementing and optimizing SAP security and GRC access controls, ensuring effective governance, and mitigating risks across complex client environments with a focus on...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Drive SAP security innovation by leading security implementations and optimizations. Collaborate with teams to design and configure access controls while mitigating risks for SAP S/4HANA and GRC, ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $162K *

Transform your career by driving SAP security and GRC access control initiatives. Leverage your expertise in security implementations and assessments, optimizing solutions for diverse client needs acr...

1 week 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.