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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$140K - $200K *

Transform the success of a large-scale security operations business by driving performance, profitability, and customer satisfaction while developing leaders and executing strategic initiatives to ach...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Optimize market integrity by conducting trade surveillance, detecting UMIR violations, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Grow your career through hands-on analysis and development of detec...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing Global Security Operations Center team, ensuring operational excellence, strategic oversight, risk management, and continuous improvement while maintaining to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cash management services across multiple client accounts, ensuring compliance, enhancing customer relationships, and driving operational efficiency while fostering a posi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join us in enhancing cash management services by leading teams, building customer relationships, and mitigating risks while ensuring operational excellence through effective communication and strategi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Drive safety and security initiatives across the health system, conducting critical investigations and ensuring the protection of personnel and assets, while collaborating with law enforcement to addr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive security initiatives by conducting investigations, enhancing safety protocols, and providing executive protection. Collaborate with law enforcement and implement surveillance measures to safegua...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Empower the safety and security of people and property through proactive investigations, surveillance, and coordination. Collaborate with law enforcement to maintain security and respond effectively t...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of our health system, conducting investigations, performing surveillance, and providing protection for personnel and facilities to main...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Transform security compliance processes as a Facility Security Officer. Ensure adherence to NISPOM and SAP protocols, manage security clearances, and educate employees on key security requirements acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $193K *

Analyze and mitigate cyber threats as a Senior Associate supporting naval operations, leveraging your advanced security engineering expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on syst...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of Denver operations, leading fire alarm and life safety systems. Drive customer satisfaction, enhance operational efficiency, and nurture a high-performing team to achieve strategic go...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Manage and elevate daily operations focusing on fire alarm systems and life safety. Lead a team in project execution, ensure compliance with standards, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive busines...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Lead and shape HR initiatives, managing recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and development programs. Be the go-to expert ensuring a positive workplace culture and organizational efficiency f...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K *

Elevate security training standards by overseeing development and implementation of effective training programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering client relationships to enhance site-specific securi...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $159K *

Transform public safety technologies by providing 24/7 system support, project management, and infrastructure oversight. Engage with diverse agencies to enhance operational excellence through innovati...

1 week ago

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

$250K - $330K *

Shape the future of security by leading our comprehensive strategy and practices. As our first security leader, you will enhance security culture and posture while navigating high-growth challenges an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Elevate security standards by overseeing military and civilian personnel, ensuring compliance with federal security protocols, and conducting audits to uphold the integrity of sensitive information ma...

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform security protocols by leading SAP initiatives and implementing robust compliance measures for sensitive programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure protection against evolving threats...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $130K *

Take ownership of SCIF security operations to ensure compliance and safety, overseeing all aspects from construction to ongoing management. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while enhancing securi...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in securing sensitive information while managing compliance and risk across security operations and foreign disclosure. Serve as a critical advisor to leadership and coordinate with di...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead innovative security initiatives by analyzing business needs and deploying AI-enabled solutions. Gather requirements, automate processes, and enhance visibility across Global Security to deliver o...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by monitoring client environments, investigating incidents, and enhancing detection capabilities. Collaborate with experts to protect leading organizations from evolving...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Drive strategic partnerships with healthcare clients, ensuring optimal security operations and financial outcomes while leading relationship management across multiple regions and supporting branch te...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in security operations, overseeing SOC functions, incident response, and team management while innovating strategies to safeguard assets and enhance organizational resilience against e...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.