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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$108K - $180K *

Execute complex, cross-functional projects that align with strategic objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and successful outcomes while driv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$129K - $181K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cloud-security strategies for vital federal customers. Leverage extensive technical expertise to guide onboarding and enhance user experience across the government sector...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $278K *

Champion enterprise sales by developing executive relationships and driving revenue growth. Own customer engagements from prospecting to close while embodying our cultural principles in a dynamic, fas...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in securing and optimizing OT/ICS networks for energy systems. As a senior engineer, you'll design network architectures, manage cybersecurity compliance, and collaborate with cross-fu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $121K *

Manage logistics for a complex federal program, ensuring timely, secure delivery of assets. Lead project activities, coordinate with stakeholders, and maintain compliance while building strategic rela...

Virginia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to the success of pharmaceutical programs by managing client relationships, overseeing daily operations, and driving performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure program execution...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $230K *

Shape the future of social media strategy and operations by leading enterprise-wide governance, optimizing processes, and driving engagement across teams to enhance digital communications and operatio...

Boston, MARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive exceptional service delivery by leading and mentoring field teams, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective management and collaboration. Utilize data to enhance performance and maintain...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $129K *

Elevate your career by leading fleet safety and compliance initiatives. Drive innovative strategies to ensure a safe, efficient fleet while fostering a culture of safety across diverse teams and progr...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$93K - $126K *

Join us to support state child support systems modernization initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal requirements and enhancing operational efficiency through effective project management and an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $122K *

Lead and empower a remote Tier I IT Service Desk team to ensure exceptional support during overnight and weekend shifts, managing critical incidents, performance, and service delivery for a government...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $188K *

Shape the future of security operations by leading SOC Engineering to enhance telemetry, detection, and automation capabilities. Drive technical excellence, scalability, and strategic initiatives whil...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $153K *

Drive the design and implementation of security controls in AWS cloud environments, ensuring compliance with security frameworks while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance secure CI/CD proc...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $190K *

Help us shape the future of AI operations by leading a dynamic team focused on innovative solutions, strategic partnerships, and technical excellence in agentic environments. Drive growth and operatio...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the accounting department's daily operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and effective team management. Drive efficiency in accounts payable and receivable while...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $175K *

Drive the growth and operational excellence of a national mobile maintenance business, ensuring high-quality service delivery and effective team management across multiple markets while optimizing fin...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$129K - $239K *

Take ownership of export compliance operations, leading high-impact processes across US and international sites. Ensure efficient goods movement while navigating diverse regulatory frameworks and mana...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Advance operational excellence by managing day-to-day activities, driving strategy, and ensuring safety and metrics are met across business units. Collaborate with leaders to implement programs and en...

Bridgeport, CTRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$121K - $164K *

Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead and optimize a dynamic security program, ensuring resilient systems while collaborating with teams and vendors to enhance security, scalability, and incident response throughout a Microsoft-based...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations through meticulous month-end close processes, reconciliations, and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency and acc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Explore the opportunity to tackle complex operational and product challenges with enterprise customers. Collaborate across teams to drive solutions, enhance workflows, and ensure successful implementa...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Engage with K-12 districts to drive cross-sell revenue, leveraging existing relationships to introduce new product lines. Collaborate with teams to enhance student safety through technology while mana...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the optimization of infrastructure and tools for software development, enhancing deployment processes and collaboration across teams. Drive efficiencies within cloud and virtual environments for...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $275K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise networking solutions, guiding teams through complex architectures, and translating business needs into scalable strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensu...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.