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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$131K - $170K *

Lead enterprise growth by managing key accounts to drive strategic value through innovative SaaS solutions. Collaborate with executive stakeholders and enhance customer satisfaction to accelerate expa...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $205K *

Oversee civil and structural construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards, while managing project timelines and collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$130K - $135K *

Analyze operational security programs and enhance incident response to drive excellence in threat detection, control tuning, and proactive defense strategies in a dynamic SOC environment. Become a piv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the design and implementation of security controls for cloud systems, ensuring compliance and risk management while enhancing secure AI/ML capabilities within Federal and DoD environments. Engag...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Elevate quality assurance practices by designing and implementing strategic testing frameworks across multiple platforms, fostering innovation, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure software ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Transform project management practices by leading a remote Scrum team, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client goals while facilitating Agile methodologies for optimal performance in a dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $120K *

Reimagine the sales process by engaging with clients as a Solutions Engineer. Leverage Wavelytics to showcase technical insights and drive impactful customer relationships, ensuring successful deal cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $234K *

Empower our growth by innovating scalable safety processes, leveraging ML techniques, and enhancing operational efficiency for autonomous vehicle deployment across diverse environments. Join us to sha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful field marketing programs across the US, shaping the brand's presence and engaging prospects. Collaborate with sales to achieve pipeline goals, ensuring strategic execution of multiple...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining legal operations. Drive excellence in governance, compliance, and contract management while serving as a strategic partner to leadership in a fast-paced, dynamic environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career as you engage in innovative DevSecOps solutions, leveraging your 10+ years of IT experience and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, high-impact environment while supporting a crucial...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the evolution of our cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure, automating deployments and enhancing security. Foster collaboration across teams to support operational excellence and tackle comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive customer success by implementing secure software solutions, collaborating with technical teams, and shaping innovative outcomes. Elevate your career as you empower clients to master open source...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in administering project-level IT systems, managing user access, ensuring data backup, and maintaining cybersecurity compliance. Collaborate with project teams and client IT to support...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $111K *

Join a team that's pioneering cyber vulnerability research by developing tools and testing across various platforms. Enhance your career while contributing to critical cybersecurity initiatives and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $192K *

Join us to manage Salesforce CPQ configuration and the requirements intake process. You'll oversee workflows, serve as a contact for users, and leverage AI tools to streamline requests and improve sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing client relationships, driving retention, and ensuring service excellence across diverse accounts within commercial insurance, with opportunities for advancement and specia...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by mastering cloud and identity administration. Enhance security operations, manage user access, and oversee hybrid infrastructures while collaborating with stakeholders to drive i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing exceptional technical support and oversight for Remote Hands operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced data center environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $290K *

Drive technical program management for safety assurance in autonomous driving systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, manage risks, and deliver measurable outcomes for c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$147K - $199K *

Contribute to dynamic frontend engineering, driving strategic direction and leading the development of user-centered web applications for government clients. Harmonize technical excellence with a stro...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at OSS-SIRT by managing vulnerability intake and validation, ensuring communication with maintainers, and enhancing open source security practices for a thriving ecosystem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the development of advanced electrical engineering solutions by designing protection and controls for energy systems, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality project delivery acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's enhancing energy solutions by executing complex electrical designs, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with standards to deliver high-quality projects in power systems and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $132K *

Lead fraud operations, drive team development, and establish best practices in fraud detection to enhance risk policies across diverse platforms, ensuring effective management of application and card...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.