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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$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining security excellence by managing complex challenges, conducting high-level briefings, and developing robust procedures in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will guide...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring compliance with security protocols. This role involves managing SCIF operations, investigating security incidents, and p...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K *

Empower your career as a Cleared Security Officer, safeguarding sensitive information and personnel. Engage in specialized training, conduct patrols, and respond to emergencies while ensuring a secure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K *

Drive security excellence by ensuring high-level protection for personnel, visitors, and property while overseeing a dedicated team of Security Officers, providing training and leadership in a dynamic...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $125K *

Advance security operations by managing personnel clearances, processing requests, and delivering training. Collaborate on facility security and insider threat programs to ensure compliance and protec...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $94K *

Shape the future of public safety by ensuring facility security and assisting investigators. You'll play a vital role in maintaining order and facilitating effective law enforcement operations within...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing security operations, managing a team, and ensuring exceptional service delivery while maintaining client relationships and operational objectives in a dynamic environment...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

Advance security operations by crafting and enforcing comprehensive plans, ensuring a secure environment for classified programs, and managing personnel security actions for SCI and SAP activities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $90K *

Deliver exceptional security services while ensuring safety and compliance. Engage with clients and visitors, manage incidents, and uphold protocols in a dynamic environment. Join a team dedicated to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$96K *

Engage in proactive security measures to protect personnel and property, ensuring a safe environment through armed patrols, incident response, and customer service while adhering to strict protocols a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K *

Pioneer safety and security as an Armed Security Officer, providing essential protective services. Engage with clients and visitors while ensuring compliance with protocols and responding to emergenci...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in security operations for classified programs, ensuring compliance and building trusted relationships with government stakeholders. Utilize your expertise to navigate complex environm...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $84K *

Elevate security standards by providing armed protection and exceptional service. Ensure safety through vigilant patrols, incident reporting, and effective communication, while fostering strong relati...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $100K *

Manage security operations by coordinating personnel clearances, overseeing access credentials, and ensuring compliance with security protocols for classified information. Support background investiga...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence and client satisfaction by leading security contracts, ensuring compliance and high standards. Cultivate relationships, develop leaders, oversee multi-site operations, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $175K *

Drive security excellence by providing comprehensive support and guidance in a dynamic environment, ensuring personnel safety and compliance with security protocols while maintaining effective contrac...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $120K *

Optimize operational excellence by leading multi-branch services, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving profitability. Collaborate with management to develop high-performing teams and ensure seam...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $120K *

Lead operational excellence by managing multi-branch services, ensuring quality delivery, and driving profitability. Collaborate with leadership to achieve strategic goals while developing high-perfor...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $120K *

Transform operations by providing strategic leadership, ensuring quality service delivery, and managing profitability across multiple branches. Collaborate with teams to enhance client satisfaction an...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $120K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance service quality, drive profitability, and ensure seamless integration across branches. Collaborate with management to achieve strategic object...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing SOC operations and teams, ensuring security excellence and resource optimization. Drive incident communications, support local security efforts, and develop talent while en...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing SOC teams, optimizing resource allocation, and driving incident response. Foster team development and ensure effective communication during...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team as an Area Security Specialist, providing comprehensive physical and personnel security support in a challenging environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure safety and com...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$65K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding national security information. In this role, you'll oversee SCI security programs, provide expert guidance, and ensure compliance with security standards w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $125K *

Champion security excellence by advising on complex issues, managing classification, and guiding program security efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security policies and deliver impac...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.