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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$145K - $244K *

Manage and elevate a high-performing sales team to drive B2B tech sales, focusing on training, coaching, and strategy development, while ensuring continuous growth and performance enhancement in a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's pivotal in driving technical solutions during the sales cycle, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction through expert support and training in cutting-edge networking technolo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate success as a technical leader in pre-sales and post-sales support, guiding enterprise clients through the technical landscape, showcasing products, and ensuring seamless integration to enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at managing diverse medical communications projects, ensuring they meet client expectations while adhering to budget and timelines. Leverage exceptional communication and financial...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$289K - $340K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales within the US federal government. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, close deals, and expand business while collaborating with skilled and diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a fast-paced startup by enhancing our infrastructure. You'll drive improvements across AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure sys...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of scalable AI products that enhance government operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful deployment, commercialization, and measurable outc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $110K *

Drive innovative solutions by deploying cutting-edge technologies, configuring, and maintaining operating systems. Collaborate in a secure environment to enhance system performance and support user ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower us to achieve excellence in construction oversight on a federal renovation project. Your leadership on-site will ensure quality control and effective coordination across trades in a unique rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$149K - $214K *

Transform business processes through AI integration by managing cross-functional teams, converting strategic visions into actionable plans, and ensuring successful delivery and adoption of innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that delivers expert solutions and insights around contact center technologies. Engage with clients in a consultative capacity, balancing technical and business tasks while mentoring junio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $148K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes, driving audits, and ensuring compliance across operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze discrepancies and implement improvements while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $159K *

Transform the security landscape by leading complex Palo Alto projects, providing expert guidance to teams, and driving best practices in firewall management and cloud technologies—all within a fully...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining customer engagement by leading the vision and roadmap for a new business venture. Drive product strategy and execution with a focus on innovation and operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Manage a team of Preconstruction specialists to lead project planning, budgeting, and risk assessments. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure compliance with regulations and deliver ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Help us optimize customer deployments and support for our cutting-edge security platform. In this role, you will ensure smooth onboarding, technical solutions, and long-term value realization for ente...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead strategic research portfolio management and operational coordination to modernize VA research initiatives, enhancing processes and documentation standards while supporting key stakeholders and ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by cultivating long-lasting relationships with national clients while driving revenue growth. Lead a team to connect client needs with engineering expertise, ensuring project success...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $174K *

Join us to design and implement enterprise knowledge architecture, ensuring cross-domain consistency and governance for metadata standards. Your expertise will enable data interoperability and support...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $174K *

Empower enterprise knowledge architecture through effective data modeling and cross-domain consistency. Develop tagging standards, business glossary governance, and knowledge repository architecture t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $138K *

Lead the evaluation of global suppliers to ensure compliance with FDA and ISO standards. Drive regulatory audits and quality initiatives to enhance supplier quality management across diverse Medline p...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Play a key role in delivering comprehensive clinical support through installation, training, and networking of specialized medical devices, while enhancing client relationships and ensuring user compe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Champion the growth of key public sector accounts by building strong relationships, executing strategic initiatives, and driving revenue. This role demands industry knowledge, proven sales expertise...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $231K *

Join us to lead centralized production operations, optimizing efficiency and governance. Drive continuous improvement, performance metrics, and stakeholder engagement to ensure operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Execute comprehensive eDiscovery strategies, coordinating technical and legal processes for complex litigation at a federal level, ensuring efficient project management and adherence to best practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.