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 - $220K *

Shape security governance and automation within developer workflows, ensuring scalable, risk-aligned practices across applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to embed security in the product lifec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Unlock the potential of your leadership skills to advance a vital ServiceNow platform, driving innovation and governance to enhance healthcare delivery and operational efficiency in a collaborative en...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Transform the home care landscape by leading the ServiceNow platform strategy, driving team development, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. Play a pivotal role in shaping initi...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Partner with us to manage and enhance maintenance services, ensuring customer satisfaction while leading local service provider coordination and identifying growth opportunities in system support and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $156K *

Empower security excellence by leading the design and implementation of robust information security architecture. Collaborate globally, align strategies with business goals, and drive innovation throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive customer engagement and satisfaction as you manage loyalty and adoption of innovative products, ensuring alignment with customer objectives for enhanced success and growth opportunities...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $147K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales and partnerships in the healthcare sector, managing key customer relationships to enhance market share and ensure exceptional service delivery across diverse cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $220K *

Transform enterprise AI delivery by leading the deployment and orchestration of intelligent workflows across diverse Go-To-Market platforms, ensuring alignment between technology and business strategy...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Manage construction projects for new builds and remodels, overseeing vendors and maintaining quality standards while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets. Foster collaboration with stakeh...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $125K *

Lead the management of construction projects including new store builds, remodels, and special initiatives. Oversee multiple vendors, maintaining project quality, cost, and schedule while ensuring sta...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

Pioneer modern network security by leading a dedicated team to create automated, identity-aware policies in a cloud-native fintech environment, enhancing protection of sensitive financial data across...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Elevate our business applications through strategic leadership, overseeing daily IT operations, project management, and stakeholder engagement. Drive innovation to enhance systems like ERP, CRM, and F...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Accelerate the fight against digital fraud by leveraging analytics, advising customers on fraud prevention strategies, and building strong relationships across diverse teams to enhance the value of so...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $173K *

Optimize financial governance and operational excellence across diverse government programs. Drive performance accountability and ensure compliance while collaborating with multiple stakeholders and d...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$143K - $175K *

Drive the successful execution of electric substation projects, ensuring safety, budget management, and stakeholder communication for reliable power delivery across infrastructure initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $175K *

Lead critical electric utility projects as a Senior Substation Project Manager, ensuring safety and reliability in power delivery. Oversee timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication, while driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Lead operational excellence by coordinating sustainment and service delivery across diverse IT functions to ensure mission stability. Collaborate with Agile teams and stakeholders to maintain high ava...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $225K *

Shape the future of transportation by leading multi-million dollar design-build projects, fostering collaboration across stakeholders and managing complex roadway and bridge initiatives throughout Nor...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$69K - $120K *

Transform public sector procurement by building key relationships and driving innovative solutions. Balance customer acquisition with tailored account management to address specific business needs and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Engage in testing and evaluating electrical products to ensure compliance with U.S. and international safety standards. Provide expertise in product categories while mentoring junior staff and ensurin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K *

Optimize technical integration delivery and automations within customer onboarding projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leverage your expertise to create solutions that enhance public...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $206K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity operations in a dynamic environment by ensuring effective tool deployment, incident management, and collaboration across teams to enhance organizational security post...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $227K *

Lead security engagements focused on Azure, IAM, and AI governance. Drive strategic initiatives and oversee the delivery of security solutions while acting as a trusted advisor and architect for enter...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion operational excellence by leading global delivery teams and driving AI transformation. Engage with executive leadership to align strategies and elevate performance across sourcing, delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Champion sales growth by expanding SLED business through strategic account management, pipeline development, and collaboration with Value Added Resellers, while achieving assigned quotas in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.