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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$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

$90K - $120K *

Drive strategic HR leadership across multiple states, overseeing employee relations, compliance, and workforce planning while fostering engagement and accountability in alignment with business objecti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of our global physical security technology program. Lead modernization efforts across 25+ countries, collaborating with stakeholders and vendors to drive strategic change and en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$61K - $116K *

Elevate your career by managing personnel security programs to safeguard classified information. Monitor compliance, conduct investigations, and formulate security policies. Foster collaboration withi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing personnel security operations to protect classified information. Ensure compliance with security regulations, initiate investigations, and assess security policies to safe...

3 weeks ago

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

$63K - $120K *

Help us manage personnel security programs, ensuring compliance with security policies while protecting sensitive information. Collaborate with various departments to assess security needs and resolve...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $115K *

Partner with us to manage security design and installation projects. Drive project initiation, scope, timeline, and client interactions, while ensuring adherence to security standards and fostering a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $115K *

Drive security project initiatives across phases; managing design, implementation, and client relationships effectively to ensure excellence in delivery and client satisfaction...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $115K *

Lead the management of security design and installation projects from initiation to completion while ensuring client requirements and expectations are met. Collaborate across teams and maintain strong...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $194K *

Deliver technical expertise as you support and enhance new imaging systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot and guide user operations, ensuring top performance in dynamic environments w...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $116K *

Help us enforce and manage comprehensive industrial security programs while overseeing classified operations, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and serving as a vital connection within the...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $95K *

Join and safeguard vital national interests as an Industrial Security Representative. Engage in comprehensive security management, ensuring compliance with federal regulations in protecting sensitive...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join our team as an Airspace Security Manager, overseeing airspace operations for the Capitol. Lead a multi-shift operation, ensuring situational awareness and safety during critical airspace events i...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $100K *

Join us to ensure safety and security by monitoring properties, implementing security plans, and providing personal protection. Engage in professional training and advancement opportunities in a suppo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $100K *

Empower your career with a role focused on monitoring and securing properties, executing security plans, and providing logistical support. Be part of a dynamic team, ensuring safety while adapting to...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $100K *

Champion the safety and security of clients by executing tailored protection plans, managing access control, and responding to emergencies. Engage in advanced situational readiness while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of security by providing essential protection services. Monitor properties, oversee access, execute safety plans, and respond to emergencies while collaborating in a dynamic team envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $89K *

Champion the safe operations of a correctional facility by leading daily activities, managing staff, and developing policies while ensuring the well-being of both inmates and community. Join a dedicat...

Whitehorse, YTIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$69K - $129K *

Join a team that's making a difference through managing technical security projects, ensuring compliance, evaluating contractor performance, and coordinating efforts to enhance facility safety and eff...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K *

Transform correctional services by ensuring safety, inmate rehabilitation, and effective policy integration. Lead a dedicated team in fostering a humane environment and improving institutional securit...

Today

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

$84K *

Lead an essential team in enhancing security and inmate transition, ensuring safety and compliance within the correctional facility. Your guidance will shape policies and promote effective collaborati...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $155K *

Drive operational excellence and strategic growth through effective leadership, compliance, and customer engagement in security operations, ensuring organizational readiness to meet business objective...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Drive strategic business development across North America by leading sales initiatives, training teams, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate with marketing to enhance visibility and ensur...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.