Explore Security Officer Jobs

Find Security Officer opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Security officers help protect people, property, information, and business operations by assessing risks, coordinating protective measures, and responding to incidents. Search opportunities that match your experience, leadership strengths, and career goals.

What Security Officers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and seniority. Roles may involve overseeing physical security programs, managing access control and surveillance systems, developing emergency response plans, investigating incidents, and coordinating with internal teams, vendors, or law enforcement. Senior positions may also guide security strategy, manage teams and budgets, and advise executives on organizational risk.

Skills and Experience Employers Value

Employers may seek experience in security operations, threat and risk assessment, incident management, emergency preparedness, and policy development. Communication, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to lead under pressure are valuable across the field. Requirements can differ; some roles may call for relevant licenses, specialized training, certifications, or experience in a particular industry.

Find a Security Officer Role That Fits

Security Officer job titles can include corporate security leadership, security operations management, executive protection, and other specialized positions. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, and consider the scope of each role, the organization’s security needs, and opportunities to lead or develop a program. Browse Ladders to find vetted Security Officer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$140K - $228K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity by driving detection engineering, incident response, and automation. Collaborate cross-functionally to secure cloud architectures and improve operational eff...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust industrial security program, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Oversee the acquisition of a Department of Defense Facility Clearance while colla...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$84K - $124K *

Drive the evolution of Cyber Defense by engineering and automating security operations, enhancing incident response, and maintaining enterprise security platforms to ensure robust protection and swift...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion a robust security program, leading a team to achieve SOC 2 Type 2 attestation while ensuring secure engineering practices across diverse products and cloud environments. Drive compliance, ris...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading and evolving our security strategy, ensuring robust protection across products and infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet c...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $235K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical roadmap for Proactive Security, collaborating across teams to embed security controls into Dasher products and mentor engineers in delivering secure systems f...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $220K *

Contribute to corporate security by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures while collaborating with IT, engineering, and business teams to address and mitigate risks across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$81K - $110K *

Join a team that's enhancing security measures and customer trust. As a Security Operations Analyst, you'll lead investigations, conduct threat hunting, and collaborate across teams to safeguard our e...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $270K *

Unlock potential by guiding application security strategies across diverse product landscapes. In this senior technical role, you'll influence architecture, mentor teams, and enhance security processe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $108K *

Drive workplace safety initiatives by investigating and analyzing operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations, fostering a secure environment for Michigan workers through effective practic...

Michigan, USRemote

4 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Lead the delivery of cybersecurity services for critical communications, overseeing network security, system protection, and threat management. Collaborate with internal teams while interfacing direct...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$159K - $235K *

Champion advanced detection engineering to enhance threat identification capabilities. Collaborate with Protective Services to develop and optimize detection systems, integrating diverse data sources...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to improving healthcare delivery in detention facilities. As a key leader, you will oversee operations, ensure compliance, and drive quality improvements across multiple l...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security by engineering robust controls for endpoints and email. As a Staff Security Engineer, you'll enhance our security posture, mentor peers, and ensure compliance in a regulat...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing strategic legal guidance on employment law, managing compliance, and leading a dynamic Legal and Compliance team to ensure organizational integrity and risk m...

San Jose, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$193K - $285K *

Champion the design and operation of security services, ensuring safety and resilience for delivery systems. Collaborate across teams to foster secure practices while guiding and mentoring engineers t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$193K - $285K *

Join a team that's redefining security engineering by designing and delivering innovative, multi-domain security services. Collaborate across teams to enhance physical and cloud security, ensuring ope...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Drive the execution of comprehensive security programs, overseeing multiple teams to enhance vulnerability management, incident response, and cross-functional partnerships, while aligning with strateg...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee benefits through expert administration, compliance, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and external partners to ensure excepti...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $131K *

Lead the charge in overseeing tooling fabrication and outage execution for complex nuclear projects. Collaborate with field teams to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement in both BWR and...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security for a complex federal platform, safeguarding cloud infrastructure and sensitive data. Collaborate within an Agile team to design, implement, and automate robust s...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare outcomes by leveraging clinical expertise to review medical records, ensuring compliance with government standards while fostering collaboration and maintaining confidentiality in...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $160K *

Engage in advanced security operations, implementing and monitoring robust measures to protect systems and networks. Collaborate on multiple projects, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance sec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform security compliance efforts through collaboration across teams, utilizing expertise in commercial and federal regulations to implement scalable solutions that meet rigorous security standard...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $175K *

Drive complex security initiatives, mentor engineers, and lead investigations into high-impact incidents, focusing on AI/LLM security posture and compliance across multiple domains...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Security Officer do?question toggle

    A Security Officer helps protect people, property, information, and operations. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include managing security procedures, monitoring access and surveillance systems, assessing risks, responding to incidents, and coordinating emergency plans.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Security Officer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and position. Employers may look for relevant security experience, knowledge of risk assessment and incident response, leadership and communication skills, and—in some roles—specific licenses, training, or certifications.

  • Are there senior-level Security Officer jobs?question toggle

    Yes. Senior opportunities may include managing security teams and budgets, directing security operations, developing organization-wide programs, and advising executives on risk and preparedness.

  • How can I find Security Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Security Officer listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details.