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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$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

$80K - $95K *

Shape your career as a Field Service Engineer II, providing expert technical support for cutting-edge defense technologies, ensuring operational excellence and supporting military readiness across div...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $220K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with partners to deliver top-tier technical solutions, enabling them to confidently drive cybersecurity, identity, and risk services to enterprise clients while ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $220K *

Join a team that's enabling partners to deliver cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. Leverage your technical expertise and relationship-building skills to drive joint solution design, training, and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with sales teams to deliver impactful product demos and technical expertise, driving security solutions for customers and helping shape strategic approaches that...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team where you will leverage your expertise in joint training and operational planning to enhance military readiness. Collaborate with senior leaders and engage with diverse stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $125K *

Drive the charge in enhancing U.S. FinTech's internal audit processes by executing audits and providing advisory services, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across financial and operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team focused on executing complex environmental remediation projects across the Southeast and Eastern U.S., ensuring safety and compliance while delivering outstanding results for clien...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$149K - $214K *

Champion robust data security by developing solutions that enforce rigorous privacy standards and governance. Collaborate across teams to navigate security challenges and drive impactful enhancements...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security and privacy standards through innovative technical solutions, empowering engineering teams to deliver secure software solutions efficiently while protecting custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $225K *

Lead quality governance efforts on complex industrial projects, overseeing QA/QC processes, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with standards to enhance quality management systems for successf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $220K *

Empower partners by providing expert technical guidance and training to enhance their capabilities in delivering cybersecurity solutions, ensuring successful engagement and solution adoption among ent...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $275K *

Lead strategic operations and business growth by overseeing cross-functional execution, driving operational excellence, and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders in the Defense and Intellige...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by building influential relationships in the Colorado public procurement community, driving digital adoption and marketplace insights for agency partners, while actively engaging...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$137K - $244K *

Join a team that's transforming CI/CD practices by architecting automated deployments, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and enhancing system performance through innovative DevOps solutions and expert...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine accounting processes and drive efficiency as you manage and scale our financial operations. Collaborate with leadership to optimize systems and lead a talented team in crafting innovative so...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$66K - $106K *

Join us to design and develop integrations for a next-gen AI platform while managing CI/CD and cloud operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable systems that support...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $156K *

Transform application security by leading initiatives to integrate robust measures in the development lifecycle. Collaborate across teams to enhance security practices, manage vulnerabilities, and saf...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Join our team as a Program Manager, leading strategic technology programs that drive business value. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project alignment and operational excellence while mentori...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $118K *

Develop and maintain robust application security practices across AI-enabled services. Collaborate with engineering, product, and compliance teams to integrate security into development pipelines and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $118K *

Optimize demand response and distributed resources participation in capacity markets. This role involves developing and implementing policies, tracking performance, processing data, and representing t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $155K *

Shape global security operations by executing advanced threat hunting and intelligence analysis to protect organizations from sophisticated cyber threats, advising key stakeholders, and driving action...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $247K *

Elevate application security by leading initiatives and shaping best practices across multiple programming languages, while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure that security is integrated a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $225K *

Accelerate your career by managing FAA project support activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget while collaborating with diverse teams across the National Airspac...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive success as a key technical resource for MSPs, managing pre-sales and post-sales relationships, enhancing partner capabilities, and showcasing Keeper's security solutions align...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.