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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$90K - $130K *

Empower our security framework by executing incident response and optimizing security controls, ensuring robust protection across global environments. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of site safety across North America, leading safety audits and training, ensuring compliance and incident prevention in construction environments. Collaborate with teams and clients to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $110K *

Champion security excellence by enhancing organizational defenses, optimizing controls, and fostering secure technology practices to protect vital assets and enable safe digital transformation across...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $400K *

Lead the charge in securing greenfield data center campuses, overseeing physical security from construction to operations, driving compliance, and partnering with engineering teams to deploy advanced...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $180K *

Grow your career with our dynamic team as a Senior Threat Response Specialist, enhancing security capabilities and advising analysts on emerging threats while driving proactive threat detection and in...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading security engineering initiatives, developing scalable solutions, and optimizing detection capabilities across multiple domains. Drive impactful changes in a collaborativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $110K *

Help us build secure, efficient CI/CD pipelines by integrating security practices and automation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and operational effectiveness t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in fortifying critical infrastructure by safeguarding OT/ICS systems from cyber threats while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure secure and uninterrupted operations in dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $110K *

Empower customers by providing expert guidance and support in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, ensuring seamless integration and optimal use of services in a fast-paced, technology-driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of emergency response systems by managing on-site 911 and CAD solutions, providing technical support, and ensuring customer satisfaction across multiple locations while coordinating s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Serve as a key driver in shaping and enforcing cybersecurity policies, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards while advising on risk management and audit readiness across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Advance your career in cybersecurity with a collaborative team focused on enhancing security measures and compliance while bringing innovation to the open-source landscape. This is a chance to drive i...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate the security landscape by joining a dynamic team focused on low-friction Information Security. Collaborate across teams to design innovative solutions and enhance security posture while mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $154K *

Unlock potential by overseeing security operations and enhancing ransomware recovery processes. Lead incident response planning, technical assessments, and compliance reviews to bolster organizational...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Drive security engineering initiatives across applications, APIs, and cloud infrastructure, enhancing automation, integration and securing development workflows to prevent security vulnerabilities and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving technical excellence by advising clients on Appian architecture and integration. Utilize your expertise to design scalable solutions while mentoring delivery teams to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by architecting and executing a high-impact regional events strategy, driving awareness and pipeline growth. Play a key role in positioning the brand as a leader in identity secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $192K *

Empower and transform our Mid-Market sales operations by seamlessly integrating data, process, and people. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance pipeline health and team effectiveness, ensuring opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $155K *

Champion innovative security solutions by automating incident response, enhancing detection platforms, and collaborating with teams to protect critical infrastructures. Drive proactive threat hunting...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by partnering with sales teams to drive technical excellence and forge strong customer relationships, delivering innovative API security solutions that meet critical business needs an...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Transform your sales career by managing the full sales cycle, generating leads, and collaborating with teams to drive success. Join an ambitious, entrepreneurial environment focused on innovation and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $215K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge security tools and automation to protect our global, multi-cloud environment. Join a dynamic team where your software engineering expertise will drive missio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you engineer automated security solutions that seamlessly integrate into developer workflows, ensuring application security throughout their lifecycle while driving innovations...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $220K *

Champion enterprise risk management by leading a team to identify, assess, and treat risks across the organization, collaborating with stakeholders to drive a risk-aware culture and improve processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $94K *

Develop expertise in safety services, advising diverse clients on loss prevention and compliance. Manage client relationships, conduct assessments, and implement effective safety programs while ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.