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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$95K - $115K *

Empower cybersecurity initiatives by analyzing strategies and solutions that tackle operational challenges. Support critical systems for national security while fostering effective relationships acros...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Champion information security initiatives by implementing protocols, conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance, managing security documentation, and supporting incident response to enhance safe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance network security for state agencies, mitigating operational challenges and ensuring compliance. Your expertise will drive infrastructure modernization and effective manageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by providing vital network security support for state agencies, ensuring compliance and modern infrastructure through daily management of firewalls and infrastructure upgrades. E...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $180K *

Champion cybersecurity by leading our information systems security efforts. Utilize your expertise to develop policies, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate across teams to ensure the security an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic cybersecurity team to develop and enforce robust information system security policies, ensuring compliance with Federal and Commercial regulations while safeguarding our digital assets...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $180K *

Champion the cybersecurity of critical information systems. Develop and enforce security policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with federal regulations while effectively collaborat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $115K *

Engage in transformative cyber risk management across diverse technologies, collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and enhance security architecture while empowering inf...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's responsible for enhancing system security in complex projects. Utilize your expertise to identify vulnerabilities, implement security measures, and collaborate with engineers to ens...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing and managing employee digital identities throughout their lifecycle, ensuring access and compliance across systems and applications in a vital role that bridge...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's advancing cybersecurity efforts by managing workforce training and qualifications, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing the organization's security posture through expe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in implementing DevSecOps practices for classified projects, architecting secure solutions and enhancing CI/CD pipelines while collaborating across engineering, cybersecurity, and oper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's securing vital systems by architecting ServiceNow security controls aligned with DoD's Zero Trust Strategy. Become the trusted expert overseeing cybersecurity measures and complianc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Tackle cybersecurity challenges by architecting secure ServiceNow environments, ensuring strict compliance with DoD standards while managing RMF and ATO processes. Collaborate to safeguard critical da...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of our security landscape by ensuring effective security controls across IT and cloud environments, enhancing operational practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform cybersecurity measures by delivering robust engineering support throughout system lifecycles, focusing on analysis, integration, and optimization to ensure secure and efficient operations ac...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Drive comprehensive security engineering across the system lifecycle, integrating methodologies to tackle complex cybersecurity challenges while systematically analyzing requirements for optimal workf...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Build robust cybersecurity frameworks to protect COMSEC systems. Collaborate with government entities on risk management and compliance while ensuring security control assessments and continuous monit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance and security measures for physical and information assurance systems. Ensure adherence to DoD guidelines while managing security protocols, inspections, and training to protect sensit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to safeguard our global enterprise automation platform by designing and implementing advanced security systems. You'll play a crucial role in evaluating threats and building defenses a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Architect security policies and ensure compliance with IT regulations. Conduct risk assessments, provide technical expertise for information assurance, and deliver tailored training to enhance cyberse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Lead comprehensive security evaluations and advanced vulnerability analyses, ensuring effective cybersecurity measures and compliance with DoD regulations for complex network environments, while mento...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Drive advanced cybersecurity assessments and strategies, enhancing mission assurance through expert vulnerability analysis, secure coding, and risk evaluation for tactical portfolios across diverse en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate solutions for Identity and Access Management onboarding, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance compliance and efficiency. Lead security initiatives to safeguard applications, dri...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by guiding IAM application onboarding, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance efficiencies and ensure compliance with security standards while addressing business needs an...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.