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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$140K - $180K *

Grow your career with us as a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, leading high-level security projects and ensuring compliance for mission-critical systems in a dynamic hybrid environment supporting the U...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead cybersecurity risk assessments and strategic initiatives, collaborating across teams to enhance operational resilience. Develop expertise in security controls and communicate risk evaluations to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Elevate your impact as you lead cybersecurity risk assessments across teams, strengthen operational resilience, and provide strategic guidance to senior leaders in a collaborative, fast-paced environm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading operational risk assessments, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing resilience in a dynamic environment. Utilize your expertise to effec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Engage with cybersecurity teams to lead assessments, evaluate controls, and communicate risk to senior leaders. Play a vital role in enhancing operational resilience through strategic oversight and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $207K *

Join to oversee critical IT initiatives, driving compliance and project management excellence. Navigate complex organizational landscapes to align diverse stakeholders while managing key cybersecurity...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of IT systems by implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining infrastructure. Deliver Tier 1 and Tier 2 support while effectively managing problem resolution and escalation processes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust enterprise security strategy, driving Zero Trust implementation, and managing a high-performing security team to enhance risk posture and operational excellence acr...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Redefine the enterprise's cyber security framework and strategy, ensuring comprehensive protection of information assets while enabling secure digital transformation through leadership and collaborati...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic IT team to manage, maintain, and enhance system operations while ensuring data integrity and performance. Collaborate on security measures and user training to drive efficiency and inno...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $187K *

Join a team that's enhancing information security practices while overseeing effective implementation of security strategies. Collaborate across diverse teams to secure our infrastructure and ensure c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of IT projects by analyzing processes and enhancing portfolio management. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational excellence and align strategies with organizational go...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud and on-premises systems! Provide expert support, resolve complex technical issues, and lead projects in a dynamic MSP environment where collaboration and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by providing expert support for digital physical security systems. Lead lifecycle management, ensure operational excellence, and enhance security solutions across multiple locations i...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Optimize operational security by administering and enhancing digital physical security systems, ensuring reliability and effectiveness across North America through collaboration and continuous improve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Lead the enhancement and management of digital physical security solutions, ensuring operational excellence and collaboration with diverse teams to safeguard assets, personnel, and facilities across N...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$158K - $269K *

Engage in leading cybersecurity governance and risk management for federal technology services, ensuring compliance and security integration across various systems and applications to safeguard operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K - $144K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing cybersecurity resilience through operational leadership and strategic initiatives, focusing on safeguarding systems and data while supporting academic and adm...

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

$165K - $189K *

Transform your career by driving sales growth in the Cyber Security sector. Oversee the entire sales process from prospecting to delivery, nurture client relationships, and craft tailored solutions fo...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Transform the security landscape by ensuring compliance with IT security regulations, developing security plans, and contributing to audits and risk assessments within a dynamic classified systems env...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion independent risk oversight within Technology Risk's Cost & Supplier Management team, enhancing risk governance and strategy across various supplier functions while collaborating with business...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to provide independent risk oversight within the Technology Risk team, evaluating, enforcing governance, and mitigating risks across the supplier management landscape while ensuring co...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $166K *

Unlock potential by driving cybersecurity initiatives through vulnerability assessment, report evaluation, and risk analysis. You will engage with both security frameworks and the hacker community to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion the investigation and analysis of digital forensics in our expanding team, focusing on malware detection and incident response. Drive initiatives within a large-scale IT environment, utilizin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$60K - $123K *

Unlock potential by developing and implementing innovative CSfC network solutions, enhancing cybersecurity for government networks. Collaborate with teams to ensure resilient architectures and robust...

3 weeks ago

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

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.