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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$135K - $200K *

Transform the security landscape in enterprise retail. Own and enhance IT operations and compliance for a tech-driven workforce. Engage with leadership and drive impactful security measures while navi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive the execution of complex security assessments and investigations, collaborating with FBI Field Offices to ensure personnel security compliance, streamline processes, and analyze sensitive inform...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of robust security architecture initiatives, ensuring compliance and system verification while mentoring and leading teams to enhance organizational safety and resilience against threat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Lead the management and execution of training operations, ensuring compliance with program standards while coordinating between contractor and government teams. Drive continuous improvement in operati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing and implementing robust security architectures, integrating solutions, and ensuring compliance within complex information systems and network environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize systems and processes as a DevSecOps Engineer by improving deployment speed, reliability, and security practices. Collaborate with technical teams, mentor members, and ensure alignment with l...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Serve as a key DevSecOps engineer to enhance system reliability and deployment quality. Collaborate with teams to implement observability, automate testing, and mentor staff, ensuring alignment with l...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Help us secure critical systems by defending USSOCOM’s global operations. As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will enhance capabilities, mentor peers, and ensure resilience. Join our team and make an impa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity frameworks. This role involves designing secure architectures, developing countermeasures, and ensuring compliance in dynamic information systems across var...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $148K *

Join a team that drives innovation in cybersecurity by developing secure cloud solutions. Collaborate on mission-critical projects, ensuring compliance and addressing vulnerabilities in AWS and Azure...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $153K *

Join a team that's focused on designing and implementing robust security architectures. You'll define security requirements, develop countermeasures, and ensure compliance within a complex IS and Netw...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading operational security measures for information systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and operational efficiency while providing expert guidance in cybersecuri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity operations across complex environments. Oversee incident response, vulnerability management, and team oversight, driving maturity through automation and gove...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of network security by leading enterprise initiatives that protect systems and data. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement best practices, drive security improvements, and enhan...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform the field of AI security through innovative research and methodologies, focusing on vulnerability analysis and robustness of AI systems while collaborating with elite professionals and influ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to cybersecurity efforts by leading RMF and vulnerability assessments for Navy networks. Oversee team activities, ensure compliance, and mentor junior analysts while aligning security strat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on integrating security practices within CI/CD pipelines to enhance software delivery in a collaborative DevSecOps environment, ensuring reliability and compliance throughou...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to enhancing secure software delivery by developing CI/CD pipelines, integrating security practices, and automating processes, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote sec...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Help us ensure robust security for multi-level DoD information systems. You’ll lead risk management initiatives, conduct security assessments, and uphold compliance to protect sensitive data in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support critical cybersecurity efforts by managing and securing complex server infrastructures. Leverage your expertise in information assurance to enhance the integrity of vita...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join our team as a DevSecOps Engineer, bridging software development, security, and cloud operations for critical applications. Automate deployment pipelines and secure infrastructure while supporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K *

Join a team that's transforming infrastructure delivery through innovative DevSecOps practices. Collaborate on automation, security, and efficiency, ensuring a robust integration of technologies to en...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading network security and governance efforts to design, implement, and maintain secure network solutions across diverse environments, ensuring compliance and robust risk mana...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by ensuring robust information security through proactive governance, compliance, and audits. Collaborate across teams to mitigate threats while driving best practices and implementin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Advance AI security protocols by assessing and securing AI systems, including Large Language Models. Collaborate on security strategy while gaining expertise in AI vulnerabilities and threats, shaping...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   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.