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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$164K - $226K *

Lead the charge in enhancing detection capabilities within our Rapid Response Team. Drive innovative solutions for emerging threats, fostering team growth while providing hands-on technical leadership...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $175K *

Empower cybersecurity solutions to protect critical infrastructure. Join a collaborative team focused on vulnerability management and patch deployment, boosting your skills while safeguarding against...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Optimize document control processes by managing workflows, storage, and compliance for critical projects. Collaborate with teams to maintain organized records, ensuring accuracy and timely completion...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$83K - $144K *

Champion the design and operation of secure CI/CD pipelines, optimizing cloud infrastructure for mission-critical systems, ensuring performance, security, and availability across a dynamic enterprise...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Engage in strategic analysis of cyber threats from PRC adversaries. Monitor, assess, and produce intelligence reports on targeted intrusion activities, collaborating across teams to identify trends an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $205K *

Accelerate client success by providing expert ICAM technical support and integration, ensuring enterprise systems meet rigorous identity management standards while fostering innovation and clear commu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $160K *

Shape the future of Network Operations by leading excellence, driving automation, and enhancing service reliability. Oversee a high-impact team in a builder role focusing on operational readiness, con...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $225K *

Advance on-site field construction management, ensuring project milestones are met through effective planning, administration, and engineering oversight. Lead teams while maintaining quality standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $149K *

Champion enterprise identity governance by managing critical access services. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance security, establish operational standards, and ensure compliance with cloud and ten...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $170K *

Unlock your potential in a key role where you manage complex loan workouts, driving effective resolutions and minimizing losses, while leading projects that strengthen our risk management strategies a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading complex threat detection, incident response, and proactive hunting operations across a global organization. Leverage expertise to mentor peers and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Tackle the engineering team’s backlog, prioritizing work for optimal throughput. Collaborate across teams to identify blockers and facilitate agile ceremonies, ensuring clarity and focus for maximum d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in global accounting operations, ensuring compliance and accurate financial reporting. Collaborate with leadership to modernize processes and support strategic initiatives in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining our global security team, providing technical support and proactive solutions to enhance customer security postures through timely issue resolution and innovative securi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving enhancements for clinical solutions through collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams, managing the product vision and backlog to meet operational needs across mu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $158K *

Oversee high-impact security installation projects, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution aligned with client expectations and company goals. Drive project strategy, manage ris...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $206K *

Lead the modernization of large-scale AWS cloud platforms. Design, automate, and secure DevSecOps practices to enhance software delivery in a dynamic agile environment, collaborating with cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Drive enterprise-scale Identity Provider services, ensuring secure authentication for over 4 million users. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain effective identit...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Drive the design and management of enterprise-scale Identity Provider services, ensuring secure authentication for millions of users. Collaborate with diverse teams to support advanced identity soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $169K *

Analyze sales operations processes to build insightful dashboards and reporting systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency as the Marketplace team scales and continues to evolve, supporting account per...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$195K - $290K *

Champion the future of AI-driven security solutions through engineering excellence, leading a cross-functional team to build scalable data infrastructure and agentic workflows. Drive innovative techno...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in strategic public sector expansion, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop client-centric solutions and nurture government relationships while driving sales growth acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$72K - $117K *

Reimagine your career by executing audits and providing expertise across various projects. Collaborate within a team or independently to ensure compliance and drive improvements while managing stakeho...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Empower secure software development by architecting robust security solutions across SDLC. Collaborate with teams to enhance system security in diverse environments, ensuring compliance and safeguardi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K *

Contribute to high-level administrative support for senior government officials. Manage complex schedules, correspondence, and travel arrangements while ensuring the efficient operation of the Bureau...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

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.