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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$76K - $110K *

Lead the charge in digital marketing initiatives, collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams to execute, manage, and analyze campaigns while ensuring exceptional delivery and client satisfa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by managing high-budget projects while collaborating with teams and clients. Your leadership will drive installation success, ensuring seamless operations from start to finish an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping robust security frameworks while mentoring teams and managing compliance. Collaborate across departments to safeguard data integrity and mitigate risks, enhancing overall or...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $197K *

Contribute to innovative systems engineering solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize system architecture and ensure mission success. Drive continuous improvement in requi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Deliver innovative sales solutions, leveraging strong leadership and deep supply chain expertise to drive business growth and client engagement across key industry verticals, while ensuring alignment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career by driving sales success and expanding client relationships through tailored security solutions, ensuring compliance and reducing risk for enterprise clients across diverse sectors an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $138K *

Drive innovative ServiceNow solutions by developing, configuring, and implementing applications tailored to client needs, ensuring data integrity, seamless integration, and user satisfaction for impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic growth initiatives for National Systems Integrator accounts by building executive relationships, executing business plans, and fostering long-term partnerships to achieve revenue and m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive market leadership by managing key accounts, generating new business opportunities, and executing sales strategies in the data center and power generation sectors to foster growth and capture com...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $322K *

Lead a high-performing team of Solutions Engineers to enhance customer outcomes and drive technical sales execution, fostering collaboration across multiple departments while maintaining the foundatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Tackle emerging cybersecurity threats and enhance security measures through advanced threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and incident response solutions while collaborating with technical teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex federal programs while overseeing diverse teams and ensuring contract performance. Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to drive quality deliverables in a dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $185K *

Transform client relationships in the Army domain, ensuring high satisfaction, driving product adoption, and expanding accounts. Foster collaboration for successful outcomes and act as a trusted advis...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $152K *

Join as a Project Manager-Senior to lead IT O&M activities, ensuring effective execution of projects by managing schedules, risks, and resources while coordinating with teams to meet goals and standar...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing HR data governance and security via Workday. Take ownership of security administration, access management, and compliance to ensure a robust data protection f...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive client success by managing deliverables, overseeing engagement projects, and fostering associate development, all while ensuring client satisfaction through proactive relationship management and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Lead technical implementations to drive customer adoption of secure software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and exceptional customer experienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead high voltage transmission design projects up to 500kV. Collaborate with teams to create detailed engineering deliverables, manage multiple projects, and ensure compliance with industry standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $237K *

Elevate your career by supporting the design and optimization of a large virtual desktop environment. Engage as the subject matter expert, enhancing system performance and fostering synergy across com...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive AI growth workflows that enhance internal and customer-facing processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to launch features quickly while analyzing metrics to improve business outcomes and custom...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $222K *

Champion channel partner success through technical guidance, strategic alignment, and training. Leverage expertise to drive product adoption and foster relationships, ensuring effective sales strategi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$63K - $101K *

Help us secure critical applications by analyzing and advising on security architecture. Collaborate across teams to enhance secure practices, oversee application security across cloud and AI solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $114K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse construction projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget while coordinating teams and enhancing customer relationships in diverse environments, both...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$185K - $250K *

Drive the advancement of autonomous quarrying initiatives by leading project execution, stakeholder alignment, and technology integration to enhance safety and operational efficiency in mining operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$83K - $113K *

Engage in shaping secure, scalable IT solutions for a critical government agency. As a strategic leader, guide architectural decisions and implement modern technologies to enhance efficiency and secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.