Welcome to High Paying Security Officer Jobs

Discover a curated collection of high paying security officer jobs paying $100K and above. Our platform is dedicated to providing you with an array of excellent job opportunities in the security sector. Regardless of your specific experience and skills, we host jobs from entry-level to executive positions.

Security Officer Roles and Responsibilities

In the role of a security officer, you are tasked with maintaining the safety and security of people, buildings, and assets. The key responsibilities include preventing unlawful activities, reporting incidents, and ensuring compliance with all legislation pertaining to security.

Why Choose a Career as a Security Officer?

A career as a security officer can be rewarding and fulfilling. It offers opportunities for career growth and personal development while playing a crucial role in the safety and security of a business or organization.

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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing client relationships and driving product adoption, ensuring customer satisfaction while mitigating risks, enhancing revenue opportunities, and providing expert guidance th...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $205K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading a talented team of Corporate Sales Engineers. Guide technical sales processes, enhance team effectiveness, and drive new business by effectively managing p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $109K *

Grow with us! Lead the Individual Income Tax Customer Contact Section, ensuring accurate information delivery, training staff, and overseeing operations in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$146K - $219K *

Advance security measures by leading the development, implementation, and management of integrated cybersecurity solutions, while enhancing risk assessments and incident response protocols for optimal...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $215K *

Lead and optimize the engineering team to enhance backbone and cloud infrastructure scalability. Drive technical roadmaps while ensuring stability and best practices across hybrid networks. Engage wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$111K - $161K *

Transform the safety landscape of energy projects by leading compliance initiatives, developing safety plans, and fostering a culture of health and safety across multiple states in the Southeast regio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's focused on driving sales growth for a leading product line. This role involves building relationships, managing accounts, and staying ahead of market trends in a remote capacity wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$117K - $146K *

Lead the execution of operational technology security projects, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while collaborating with diverse teams. Drive impactful strategies and assessme...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$111K - $161K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy safety across multiple states. You'll oversee safety compliance, foster a positive safety culture, and develop strategies for continuous improvement whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing product safety by developing robust safety frameworks and engaging with partners and regulators. Leverage a multi-disciplinary team to manage the path towards safe and com...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with clients to craft and implement cybersecurity strategies, ensuring effective security frameworks and controls while leading integration projects in a flexible remote environment for op...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Engage in strategic ServiceNow Security consultative engagements, guiding Federal clients from discovery to implementation. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity to enhance operational impact and d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop robust security strategies for a multi-tenant platform by integrating security practices into product lifecycles, enhancing application and cloud security, and driving incident response for se...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$204K - $264K *

Advance core customer identity and access management capabilities by designing and delivering secure backend services that enhance user experiences for both B2C and B2B platforms, ensuring robust perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $241K *

Drive the design and development of core CIAM backend services ensuring strong security, scalability, and operational excellence for customer registration, authentication, and account lifecycle manage...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Contribute to enhancing cybersecurity measures across cloud, endpoints, and networks. Collaborate closely with team members to design, implement, and maintain security solutions, ensuring protection o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Deliver strategic growth by managing a portfolio of accounts, driving new business and renewals while building executive relationships. Lead negotiations and coordinate teams for successful outcomes i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$270K - $410K *

Transform customer support through innovative automation, enhancing security tools and processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to drive impactful solutions, leveraging Generative AI to improve i...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in vulnerability management, enhancing enterprise security posture. Identify, analyze, and prioritize risks across systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive remediat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation in threat detection by leveraging AI and automation. Collaborate with security teams to enhance detection capabilities, optimize risk mitigation strategies, and improve response times...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Shape the security program by integrating with Security Engineering to manage priorities and execution, translating technical needs into actionable insights for product teams while guiding company-wid...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and implementation of robust security architecture for distributed storage systems, enabling secure, high-performance operations across multi-tenant environments and architecting s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Execute a dynamic strategy to drive growth in government sales, leveraging deep sector knowledge to translate complex solutions into strategic advantages for agency adoption. Collaborate effectively f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $115K *

Champion cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions by engaging clients, managing technical discussions, and delivering tailored presentations to showcase the unique value of our platform while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $107K *

Transform identity management processes by driving operational excellence, enhancing security measures, and collaborating across teams to reduce risks within cloud and on-premise environments, ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need for a security officer job?question toggle

    The qualifications highly depend on the type and level of the security officer job. However, a high school diploma or equivalent is generally required. Additional training and certification such as a security guard license might be necessary for some positions.

  • What is the average salary of a security officer?question toggle

    The salary can vary greatly depending on the level of responsibility and the size of the company or organization. However, security officer jobs listed on Ladders are all high-paying jobs of $100K or above.

  • Can a security officer progress to a higher role?question toggle

    Absolutely! Many security officers progress in their careers and take on higher roles such as security manager or director of security.