Explore Security Officer Jobs

Discover Security Officer opportunities for experienced professionals on Ladders. Browse vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior security, corporate protection, and security leadership positions. Employers may use titles such as Security Officer for roles that vary by organization, scope, and level of responsibility, so review each listing for its specific requirements and compensation.

What Security Officers Do

Security Officer responsibilities can range from protecting people, property, and facilities to developing security procedures, coordinating incident response, and supporting risk management. Senior and specialized positions may involve overseeing teams, partnering with business leaders, managing vendors, or helping maintain compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Skills and Qualifications

Requirements vary by employer and position. Employers may seek experience in security operations, threat assessment, emergency planning, investigations, access control, or team leadership. Communication, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to respond calmly to changing situations are valuable across many security roles. Some positions may require relevant licenses, certifications, or specialized experience.

Find Security Officer Roles on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000. Compare job scope, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find Security Officer roles that align with your experience and career goals. Because job titles and duties differ across employers, review each listing carefully before applying.

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$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security design processes, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and collaborating with designers and project managers to drive efficiency in mission-critic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $125K *

Take ownership of safety initiatives across multiple construction sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to educate and implement best practices while con...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of security by leading efforts to protect and modernize a federal platform. Balance legacy system maintenance with the development of a secure cloud-based solution, ensuring complianc...

Fairfax, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $150K *

Lead and inspire teams in executing complex soil remediation projects nationwide. Ensure safety and customer satisfaction while managing field operations and collaborating with diverse professionals a...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by developing and maintaining standards, ensuring consistency across markets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and documentation for opti...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion the future of electronic security by managing diverse projects nationwide. Lead technical teams, ensure compliance, and build strong customer relationships while driving project success and g...

Alaska, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$72K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cyber security infrastructure. As a Security Engineer I, you'll administer security services, conduct audits, and collaborate with analysts to protect against...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $205K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity as a Sales Engineer, leveraging your expertise to engage with prospects and customers, articulate complex security solutions, and drive innovation in a fast...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales of innovative cancer screening technologies. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes and expand market reach while achieving sales tar...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $192K *

Accelerate revenue growth by driving security services sales, managing the full sales lifecycle, and building strategic relationships with clients and partners to enhance market presence and deliver i...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze and ensure compliance with environmental regulations impacting water and wastewater treatment. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex regulatory landscapes an...

Woodbridge, VARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$262K - $341K *

Join a team that's driving cybersecurity growth by building relationships with SLED accounts. Leverage your sales expertise to tackle evolving challenges and expand Cisco's security footprint across t...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $150K *

Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety program for a federal construction project, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a proactive safety culture through trai...

Alexandria, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to addressing sensitive Trust and Safety issues, ensuring a secure experience for pros and customers. Leverage your critical thinking and discretion to mitigate risks whil...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $118K *

Manage sensitive Trust and Safety issues, ensuring user concerns are addressed while minimizing risk. Utilize critical thinking and discretion to uphold marketplace standards, collaborating with cross...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $112K *

Champion growth by driving sales success in the mid-market security sector, leveraging strong pipeline generation strategies and fostering lasting client relationships to deliver an exceptional custom...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales strategies, engaging key decision-makers and generating high-value opportunities in cybersecurity. Collaborate cross-functionally to build relationships a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect solutions to enhance DevOps teams' security by managing pre-sales technical support, conducting product demos, and serving as a subject matter expert in CI/CD integrations and workflows. Eng...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Engage in leading a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-notch offensive security engagements, ensuring delivery quality and client satisfaction, while collaborating with sales to expand accounts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

Deliver seamless integration of security operations by managing vendor teams, mentoring embedded employees, and aligning strategies with client objectives while fostering communication and operational...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $250K *

Lead the charge in our cybersecurity operations, overseeing teams and strategies to enhance effective security monitoring and incident response while ensuring top-notch service delivery across diverse...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving AI-powered workflows from conception to deployment. Engage with strategic partners and large enterprises to translate complex operations into reusable systems that enhance...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Architect enablement programs that empower sales, customer success, and product teams, creating cohesive training materials and playbooks to drive effectiveness and rapid growth across customer-facing...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $235K *

Join an enterprise-scale cybersecurity team leading operations, incident response, and risk management across cloud and hybrid infrastructures. This role drives innovation in security architecture whi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join us in shaping the future of information security governance and compliance. Direct and elevate data protection initiatives, engaging with internal stakeholders while mapping complex controls to m...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Security Officer do?question toggle

    A Security Officer helps protect people, property, and facilities. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include monitoring security operations, responding to incidents, conducting assessments, enforcing procedures, and coordinating with internal teams or external partners.

  • What qualifications are commonly needed for Security Officer jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications differ by employer and seniority. Listings may request security operations experience, communication and leadership skills, emergency response knowledge, or relevant licenses and certifications. Check each job description for its specific requirements.

  • Can Security Officer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some senior, specialized, or leadership-level security positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay depends on factors such as responsibilities, experience, location, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • Where can I find Security Officer jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    Browse Security Officer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000. Review each listing for its compensation, qualifications, responsibilities, and location.