Explore $100K+ Jobs in Illinois

Find high-paying career opportunities across Illinois with Ladders. Browse vetted professional jobs offering salaries of $100,000 or more, from openings in Chicago to roles in cities and communities throughout the state. Whether you’re ready to take the next step in your career or explore a new industry, discover Illinois positions that match your experience and goals.

Career Opportunities Across Illinois

Illinois offers a broad range of professional opportunities, with a concentration of employers and roles in the Chicago area and opportunities across the rest of the state. Explore positions in fields such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business leadership. Available roles and compensation vary by employer, location, and experience.

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Use Ladders to explore professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job details, compare opportunities, and focus your search on the locations, industries, and responsibilities that align with your career plans. Check listings for requirements, work arrangements, and compensation details.

Advance Your Career in Illinois

Start your search for a high-paying job in Illinois by browsing current listings and applying to roles that fit your qualifications. New opportunities can become available over time, so check back regularly to find the latest vetted professional jobs on Ladders.

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Network Architect Jobs in Illinois

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$125K - $140K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role in Zero Trust security, optimizing Zscaler environments and integrating with enterprise systems. Collaborate with federal stakeholders to enhance security posture...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and delivering innovative video solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to create scalable architectures that enhance broadcast, streaming, and cloud...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $99K *

Unlock potential by collaborating on innovative architectural designs for diverse power-related projects, ranging from commercial to lab facilities, while developing your skills and contributing to su...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and maintaining core infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security while collaborating with IT teams and stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $300K *

Join a team that's embedding security into every software development phase, enhancing product safety and reliability while directly influencing our technology offerings. You'll collaborate with engin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic oversight and management of telecommunications and network services, ensuring seamless connectivity across all facilities while providing robust support to both educationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by partnering with us to optimize enterprise network performance. You'll troubleshoot complex issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive improvements to ensure secu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $220K *

Optimize your career by leading technical sales and delivery engagements in AI security and endpoint solutions. Collaborate with clients to drive measurable security outcomes while mentoring teams thr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading technical sales and delivery for cutting-edge security solutions. Collaborate with clients from initial conversation to implementation, ensuring measurable outcomes in fast...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $220K *

Empower client security with your expertise as a technical lead driving AI security, endpoint, and identity projects. Guide engagements from initial discussions through delivery, ensuring measurable o...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $195K *

Transform enterprise AI strategies by architecting autonomous AI agents using AWS Bedrock. Spearhead impactful conversations with executives, design intelligent systems, and oversee deployment for opt...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing advanced data architectures that enable agentic systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance data flow, governance, and retrieval methods in a dynamic environment focused...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$129K - $226K *

Join a team that's architecting and building scalable, fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure. Drive continuous delivery with GitOps and observability solutions, while mentoring a high-performing SRE and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $108K *

Join a team that's driving contract administration excellence, supporting proposal prep, negotiations, and compliance. Collaborate with program management to ensure successful contract execution and c...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$196K - $245K *

Join us to lead technical enablement and validation for our Zero Trust solutions. Leverage your networking expertise to enhance customer experience, drive sales readiness, and create impactful enablem...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Deliver your expertise to enhance cybersecurity strategies, focusing on vulnerability management and offensive security. Collaborate globally to identify threats, implement best practices, and support...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $253K *

Drive the future of enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding best practices, and ensuring data governance across complex environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance data...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation as you design complex electrical systems, lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality deliverables. Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams, utilizing advanced BI...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $130K *

Manage the design and implementation of integrated physical security systems, driving innovative solutions in complex environments while fostering collaboration with clients and stakeholders for enhan...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks, develop automation, and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to provide exceptional technical support, ensuring seamless deployments and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to analyze issues, recommend solutions, and enhance product re...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $140K *

Accelerate customer success by owning escalated technical issues, collaborating across teams, and mentoring support engineers. Drive product improvements and ensure high-quality support for Calix Clou...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Lead and empower a growing sales engineering team to drive technical sales excellence across North America. Collaborate with sales leadership to shape strategies and deliver impactful solutions in a d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the operations of a critical facility by leading a team of skilled technicians. Ensure compliance, operational excellence, and readiness while fostering a culture of safety and continuous im...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Drive innovation in software engineering by developing cutting-edge cyber tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance national defense capabilities while advancing your career in a fast-paced en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in Illinois?question toggle

    Illinois listings may include professional and leadership roles in areas such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business operations. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer.

  • Are there high-paying jobs outside Chicago?question toggle

    Yes. While many opportunities are based in the Chicago area, listings may also be available in other Illinois cities and communities. Search by location to explore current openings.

  • How can I find Illinois jobs that pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Illinois listings on Ladders and review each job’s salary information, qualifications, location, and work arrangement. Listings feature vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • Do Illinois job listings include remote or hybrid roles?question toggle

    Some listings may offer remote or hybrid work, depending on the employer and position. Check each job description for the specific work arrangement.