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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$90K - $190K *

Champion enterprise data protection transformation through automation and engineering-driven solutions. Drive the implementation of scalable, policy-driven security across diverse platforms while enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Take ownership of robust CI/CD pipelines and Azure infrastructure, ensuring seamless software delivery and security. Drive improvements in developer efficiency and lead the charge in shaping cloud pla...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative cybersecurity initiatives by managing programs that enhance the security framework for essential information systems, ensuring compliance with government regulations and minimizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Lead the charge in Configuration Management, guiding teams through product realization while ensuring compliance and integrity throughout the hardware and software lifecycle across multiple projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join as a Director of Software Engineering, leading modernization and strategic development across key product lines while fostering innovation in AI adoption and agile practices. Drive team performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Manage diverse technology projects end-to-end, collaborating with Technical Leads to ensure successful client outcomes and adapting methodologies to fit each unique engagement's needs...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $150K *

Contribute to successful technical implementations across diverse client projects. Support project management tasks while collaborating with cross-functional teams and enhancing documentation practice...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $110K *

Transform the EV landscape by driving sales for innovative charging solutions, fostering client partnerships, and supporting sustainability initiatives in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$99K - $120K *

Transform project delivery by leading complex construction initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders for budget, schedule, safety, and quality compliance while enhancing efficiency through i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us optimize clinical operations by leading a team of nurses in delivering exceptional patient care and enhancing workflow adherence, quality, and compliance in a specialty pharmacy program...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $105K *

Engage in data-driven analysis to combat healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse. Collaborate with a team to produce reports, identify trends, and enhance program integrity within a vital national initiati...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of innovative LLM-powered analytics systems, enhancing healthcare data insights through natural-language processing, robust querying, and compliance features, while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of clinical operations by leading a team of nurses in delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring compliance, and fostering a high-performance culture in a dynamic specialty pharmac...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $110K *

Join a team that drives damage prevention by managing a dedicated group of technicians, enhancing utility locating processes, and fostering strong client and contractor relations to protect critical i...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive cybersecurity solutions across client engagements, ensuring timely and budget-conscious execution of activities, while providing subject matter expertise an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $150K *

Engineer custom solutions and lead technical presentations for clients, ensuring alignment with their needs and driving successful evaluations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance cloud security...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance operational excellence by supporting EHRM initiatives through research, analysis, and project management while collaborating with executive teams to enhance decision-making processes and stake...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $150K *

Empower your career by leveraging your construction expertise to support clients in achieving procurement objectives, ensuring timely execution and compliance in dynamic project environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$170K - $245K *

Lead the charge in shaping global security strategy, overseeing protective intelligence and crisis management, and ensuring executive safety during high-stakes incidents to mitigate risks and safeguar...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $120K *

Shape impactful policy strategies by monitoring and analyzing legislative, regulatory, and political developments to drive informed business decisions and support government affairs objectives in dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic sales initiative by driving customer engagement, identifying new business opportunities, and showcasing comprehensive CTI solutions to elevate market presence and customer satisfaction...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $151K *

Elevate your career by leading multiple Fraud Operations teams, shaping strategies that drive efficiency and performance while fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture focused on professiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $180K *

Transform fraud prevention by leading diverse teams in enhancing operational efficiency, driving strategy, and fostering a thriving, inclusive culture. Champion change to meet business objectives in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $117K *

Shape the future of our projects by leveraging your QA expertise to implement effective testing strategies for Appian applications, ensuring high-quality software delivery across multiple initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing real-time operations for a multi-technology renewable energy portfolio, ensuring safety, compliance, and continuous improvement while overseeing a 24/7 operati...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.