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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$176K - $282K *

Advance C4 systems knowledge, guiding deployments in the USINDOPACOM AOR, ensuring robust command and communications infrastructure, and addressing technical gaps while advising high-level decision-ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Empower critical systems by maintaining multi-user environments, enhancing performance, and ensuring seamless operations while collaborating with network engineers to drive technology success...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join us to oversee IT operations for our New York office, supporting 100+ employees. You'll manage infrastructure, endpoint systems, and collaborate across teams to ensure secure and efficient tech op...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your cybersecurity career as a Senior Security Analyst, leading investigations and incident response for diverse clients. Collaborate with teams to enhance security postures, manage alerts, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $153K *

Elevate your career by supporting sensitive technical programs through comprehensive threat intelligence analysis and strategic communications for high-stakes acquisitions, ensuring mission success an...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $130K *

Serve as a key contributor in deploying and managing a Threat and Vulnerability Detection Platform while enhancing security measures across the enterprise. Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join us to design cutting-edge ICT and Security systems for diverse projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure project excellence in a collaborative environment focused on sustainable practices and i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance information security by supporting RMF efforts, ensuring timely delivery of security artifacts, and solving technical challenges within a fast-paced, hybrid workplace en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Optimize your career by leading advanced technology initiatives in defense, designing secure digital engineering platforms, and solving complex mission engineering challenges to bolster national secur...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Develop and manage cutting-edge Identity and Access Management solutions, ensuring seamless integration with cloud and local environments while adhering to federal regulations. Lead technical strategi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing secure architectures, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate across teams to implement robust security soluti...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of our cyber security landscape by administering and optimizing Linux-based environments while ensuring robust security measures are implemented through strategic monitoring and incid...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing cybersecurity initiatives by managing projects that protect critical information systems. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to ensure complian...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Deliver advanced engineering solutions as a senior architect supporting enterprise cyber infrastructure. Contribute to secure, scalable operations for the Department of the Air Force, ensuring complia...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize cybersecurity operations by managing tools, conducting alert monitoring, and ensuring security policies are implemented effectively. Collaborate with IT and business teams to enhance cybersec...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $134K *

Join a team that champions the security of information systems, providing expert guidance and oversight for various program activities, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing cyber resilie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $240K *

Innovate security strategies and lead incident response efforts to safeguard enterprise systems and data. Drive the development of a resilient security program aligned with business priorities, while...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $200K *

Lead the development and delivery of advanced cloud security solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish a differentiated performance portfolio, ensuring enterprise transformation through cl...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of cloud security systems, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation across multiple agencies. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to enhance security posture and deploy...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Pioneer secure access transformation by architecting Zero Trust and Secure Service Edge solutions. Lead design, governance, and operational strategies in a dynamic, regulated financial services enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of security architecture by leading Zero Trust and Secure Service Edge implementations, ensuring compliance and optimizing secure access within a complex, regulated financial services...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Build secure access frameworks by leading Zero Trust Network Access and Secure Service Edge architecture initiatives while overseeing governance and technical execution in a complex financial sector e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Grow your career with us as a Senior DevSecOps Engineer, where you'll lead CI/CD initiatives, ensure infrastructure reliability, and develop secure cloud environments for mission-critical systems in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career with this senior-level security role, providing high-level expertise in security operations and policy implementation for a DoD client. Collaborate with teams to safeguard sensit...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $205K *

Pioneer data security strategies by managing various classified information systems, ensure compliance with regulations, conduct risk assessments, and lead security initiatives to enhance overall info...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.