Explore Security Officer Jobs

Discover Security Officer opportunities for experienced professionals on Ladders. Browse vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior security, corporate protection, and security leadership positions. Employers may use titles such as Security Officer for roles that vary by organization, scope, and level of responsibility, so review each listing for its specific requirements and compensation.

What Security Officers Do

Security Officer responsibilities can range from protecting people, property, and facilities to developing security procedures, coordinating incident response, and supporting risk management. Senior and specialized positions may involve overseeing teams, partnering with business leaders, managing vendors, or helping maintain compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Skills and Qualifications

Requirements vary by employer and position. Employers may seek experience in security operations, threat assessment, emergency planning, investigations, access control, or team leadership. Communication, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to respond calmly to changing situations are valuable across many security roles. Some positions may require relevant licenses, certifications, or specialized experience.

Find Security Officer Roles on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000. Compare job scope, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find Security Officer roles that align with your experience and career goals. Because job titles and duties differ across employers, review each listing carefully before applying.

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$85K - $120K *

Drive global security initiatives by leveraging hands-on technical skills in incident response and threat analysis. Collaborate with like-minded professionals to protect organizations from advanced cy...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive strategic account growth by managing key relationships, leading complex deals, and developing multi-year plans. Collaborate with a virtual team to enhance customer security amidst digital transf...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by shaping strategic account plans and leading complex deals. Build executive relationships and manage a focused portfolio of customers, ensuring security during their digital transformat...

Raleigh, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a strategic Major Account Manager role driving key initiatives, building executive relationships, and leading complex sales for a focused portfolio. Join us to unlock potential a...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with strategic accounts to drive growth, build executive relationships, and lead complex sales cycles. Shape multi-year account strategies and collaborate with a virtual team to deliver impactf...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Deliver strategic leadership and operational oversight to enhance decision-making processes within the Veterans Health Administration's EHRM, ensuring effective collaboration and communication across...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive success at the intersection of leadership and technical delivery, overseeing a team of consultants to ensure optimal service execution and financial performance across U.S. Federal agencies whil...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$116K - $133K *

Champion innovative cancer screening solutions by engaging healthcare providers, driving sales, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient outcomes and expand market reach in a d...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing safety across multiple facilities. Lead initiatives, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance while collaborating with divers...

Meadowbrook, WVRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive sustained growth as a key commercial leader by executing innovative revenue strategies, generating new client opportunities, and expanding market presence in the evolving data center and AI infr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of sales by leading a dynamic team focused on customer retention and new business growth. Drive performance, develop talent, and foster cross-functional partnerships to enhance the Co...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of transformational sales efforts within the Public Safety sector, leveraging your expertise in Microsoft solutions to foster relationships, drive pipeline growth, and deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for Private Cloud and AI Platform service delivery, ensuring optimal performance, SLA attainment, and continuous improvement across multiple data center envir...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Transform technology operations by leading IT and cybersecurity strategies, ensuring secure, scalable systems while enhancing employee support in a dynamic, remote-first environment. Collaborate acros...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join us to validate complex workflows in Privileged Access Management, ensuring high standards for reliability and security across cloud integrations and enterprise environments. Collaborate with engi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $208K *

Unlock potential by leading risk assessments and developing global security standards. Collaborate with teams to analyze vulnerabilities and enhance physical security measures, ensuring informed decis...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$67K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by driving new business in the commercial segment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to showcase innovative solutions and become a key player in the cybersecurity landscape...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $96K *

Transform your career by providing expert guidance and training to ski patrol teams. This role enhances operational safety and culture across resorts, ensuring effective technical rescue and avalanche...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$149K - $240K *

Drive enterprise success by partnering with Sales to address complex security and risk challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor, leading solution design and customer validation while translating technic...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $185K *

Shape the future of AI security by driving sales of innovative solutions. Own the full sales cycle, engage with enterprise clients, and collaborate with teams to expand our market presence while navig...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $112K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in the Special Taxes Division, overseeing customer interactions and tax processing. Collaborate across departments to enhance business processes and drive...

Dimondale, MIRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability of mission-critical data center operations through comprehensive testing and commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems. Bring your tec...

Ohio, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Drive security governance and risk management initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards and frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess risks, document findings, and enhance security pol...

Richmond, KYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Empower proactive threat detection and investigation to safeguard critical data. Collaborate with teams to mitigate insider threats and enhance security measures through advanced analytics and detecti...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of enterprise security solutions, driving revenue growth through strategic account management and collaboration with internal teams to enhance customer relationshi...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Security Officer do?question toggle

    A Security Officer helps protect people, property, and facilities. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include monitoring security operations, responding to incidents, conducting assessments, enforcing procedures, and coordinating with internal teams or external partners.

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

    Qualifications differ by employer and seniority. Listings may request security operations experience, communication and leadership skills, emergency response knowledge, or relevant licenses and certifications. Check each job description for its specific requirements.

  • Can Security Officer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some senior, specialized, or leadership-level security positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay depends on factors such as responsibilities, experience, location, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • Where can I find Security Officer jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    Browse Security Officer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000. Review each listing for its compensation, qualifications, responsibilities, and location.