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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$85K - $95K *

Elevate sales success by driving growth in HVACR products through relationship building, territory management, and market engagement. Utilize your expertise to execute strategic sales plans and foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with this strategic role leading a cybersecurity operations team. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and protect critical systems while mentoring analysts and strengthening cyber de...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$64K - $107K *

Shape strategies and elevate outcomes by leading complex operational initiatives, collaborating internally and externally to drive system efficiencies and solution enhancements, while ensuring complia...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $134K *

Champion automation and infrastructure as code in a hybrid role, bridging technical execution and project management. Drive large-scale cloud initiatives while collaborating with product teams to deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Oversee the lifecycle of customer advisory programs, facilitate peer connections, and manage executive engagements to enhance the customer experience and community interaction. Bring your organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading operational strategy and franchisee performance, driving growth and accountability. Foster a culture of excellence while ensuring alignment with key financial and commercia...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in Active Directory account administration utilizing advanced scripting and technical skills for user management across multiple classified networks, resolving access issues and ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $264K *

Elevate the Red Team Program by managing engagements, coordinating stakeholders, and tracking outcomes. This role requires strong organizational skills and relationship management to enhance cybersecu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $297K *

Innovate your career by leading transformational digital strategies within the Intelligence Community, driving business growth and fostering key partnerships while overseeing technology solutions and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $140K *

Champion a fair and equitable workplace by leading employee relations initiatives. Advise on complex issues, conduct investigations, and partner with teams to mitigate risks and enhance organizational...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$150K - $165K *

Lead a dynamic cybersecurity team, overseeing risk management, compliance, and operational performance within a remote work environment while fostering innovation and technical excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $131K *

Lead the deployment of innovative technologies in Wind Services, focusing on robotics and automation. Collaborate globally to enhance safety, quality, and cost through strategic operational improvemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $117K *

Redefine marine engineering solutions by leveraging your expertise in electrical systems for military vessels. Engage in design, analysis, and testing to ensure reliable power and communication circui...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Elevate sales performance by strategically managing a multi-state territory, engaging with medical facilities, and driving revenue growth through effective sales techniques and relationship management...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $131K *

Champion the development and deployment of cutting-edge O&M technologies for global Wind Services, focusing on automation and process improvements to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $165K *

Drive successful service delivery by managing strategic customer relationships and contracts, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams, while proactively addressing risks and operational issue...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $175K *

Transform the future of risk management by analyzing claims trends, optimizing processes, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance insurance functions as the organization scales in a dynamic en...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Transform the coding and CDI landscape by leading audit and education initiatives, ensuring compliance and enhancing performance across teams. Drive training development and process improvement to fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Transform the ServiceNow platform by designing and developing ITSM solutions. Collaborate closely with technical teams and stakeholders to enhance user experiences and support operational efficiency i...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Manage, mentor, and lead a dynamic sales team in the East Region, driving new business development, enhancing customer relationships, and achieving sales targets while supporting corporate policies an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Champion sales initiatives and foster client relationships to drive solutions in dedicated warehousing and logistics. Collaborate across teams to deliver targeted strategies that enhance client succes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor in automating complex processes. Partner across functions to enhance productivity, utilizing Python, SQL, and AI tools to create reliable, scalable automatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Shape organizational transformation by leading change initiatives, developing strategies, and collaborating with federal leaders. Drive success in program execution while implementing best practices i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$150K - $215K *

Serve as a pivotal force in crafting and executing sales programs that drive revenue growth and enhance sales productivity within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, partnering with leadership to achie...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $179K *

Empower our team by leading contract management efforts, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence while mentoring a talented group of contract professionals to achieve optimal performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.