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.

Find Your Opportunity Today

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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential in cybersecurity by leading compliance efforts for defense systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish and maintain resilient security measures for mission-critical IT i...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing secure information systems that enhance mission operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to integrate security controls, assess risks, and ensure compliance against...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $90K *

Transform your career by ensuring personnel security compliance through effective evaluations and recommendations while implementing key operational policies in a collaborative environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Elevate project delivery by leading and coordinating telecom design and construction efforts for diverse telecommunications systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality, compliance, and pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$119K - $199K *

Join us to architect and lead advanced cybersecurity solutions that protect sensitive data across diverse platforms. Drive security innovations to mitigate emerging risks and ensure compliance with gl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Provide advanced technical support for diverse IT systems, ensuring secure and efficient operations through collaboration with teams and troubleshooting critical issues in a dynamic enterprise environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $220K *

Unlock potential by overseeing IT infrastructure, ensuring security, and providing technical support. Contribute to system maintenance and documentation while optimizing performance and managing user...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $110K *

Elevate cybersecurity by delivering technical expertise in risk assessment, vulnerability management, and information protection for government systems. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance th...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $144K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing cybersecurity compliance for sensitive engineering programs. This role requires hands-on execution and oversight to ensure the highest compliance standards us...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovative identity data and workflow engineering strategies, ensuring robust delivery of IAM services and integrations across the enterprise to enhance security, efficiency, and scalability...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock the potential in cybersecurity by leading insider threat analysis to enhance national security efforts. Drive high-impact investigations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $179K *

Launch and manage integral network support for intelligence operations, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures while providing executive oversight on system management for effective mission execution...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $134K *

Lead the charge in shaping the enterprise-wide information security strategy, ensuring compliance and risk management aligns with business goals while safeguarding critical information assets across a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $215K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of cyber security, providing leadership and operational insight to minimize risks across technology towers. Collaborate with clients and oversee security operations...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $219K *

Unlock potential by joining a dedicated team focused on cryptographic systems, ensuring secure information technology solutions through expertise in General Dynamics devices and complex troubleshootin...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovative full-stack development to enhance application security solutions, collaborating across teams to develop high-quality tools addressing operational needs using modern AI technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by developing and delivering effective cyber training programs for DoD, enhancing operational readiness through innovative, hands-on experiences leveraging diverse technologies and co...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Partner with us to maintain operational security for our information systems. Work closely with senior security personnel to manage daily security operations and ensure compliance with DoD standards a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $119K *

Champion the security integrity of information systems through strategic collaboration on operational security, documentation, and compliance tasks within a vital defense program environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $118K *

Join a team that's committed to maintaining the security posture of critical information systems. Monitor operational security, collaborate on compliance, and support DoD agencies while ensuring the i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Shape cloud security solutions through effective implementation, troubleshooting, and support for security infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to enhance client environments while safeguarding aga...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join our Cyber Defense team to design and implement robust network security controls across diverse environments. Partner with cross-functional teams, enhance resilience, and drive improvements to pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform the future of network security by designing, implementing, and managing security controls across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure designs and operations, continu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape secure networking by designing and implementing robust security controls, collaborating across teams, and driving continuous improvements to enhance resilience and reduce risks in diverse networ...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion network security by designing, implementing, and maintaining resilient security controls for enterprise network environments, enhancing operational resilience and reducing security risks thro...

4 weeks 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.