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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$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency in the Adjudication Division. You'll support leadership, manage HR processes, and oversee facilities while ensuring compliance and impr...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $154K *

Manage the protection of sensitive information by implementing security protocols, conducting background investigations, and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines while collaborating across depa...

1 week ago

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

$73K - $114K *

Support your community as you perform vital law enforcement duties, engage with the public, and explore diverse specialties. Embrace flexibility in shifts while fostering professional growth in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Engage in vital cybersecurity operations, collaborating with teams to ensure robust information security and compliance, while documenting processes and implementing security control measures to prote...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join us to lead airport security operations, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery. Oversee personnel management, training, and incident response while fostering a culture of safety a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$193K - $285K *

Champion the design and operation of security services, ensuring safety and resilience for delivery systems. Collaborate across teams to foster secure practices while guiding and mentoring engineers t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$68K - $114K *

Lead the administration of SAP security, guiding personnel access and compliance while ensuring adherence to classified protocols and regulations. Collaborate with unit leadership and maintain securit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team to innovate SAP security protocols and ensure compliance in sensitive program environments while serving as an integral advisor on personnel security matters and risk assessments...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your investigative skills in a dynamic role focused on combating workers' compensation fraud. Manage complex cases, conduct thorough investigations, and collaborate with law enforcement to ens...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of fraud prevention by leading complex investigations into workers' compensation fraud. Utilize your expertise to manage cases, gather evidence, and collaborate with law enforcement t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Shape the future of fleet management by overseeing vehicle operations, maintenance, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient logistics and support for a diverse range of vehicles, en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $165K *

Champion security excellence by leading a dynamic team to ensure compliance and mitigate risks in a fast-paced environment, supporting critical national security programs and fostering effective stake...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$320K - $405K *

Shape secure data center environments by designing, specifying, and verifying physical security systems across multiple sites, ensuring safety and resilience against threats while collaborating with p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing and enhancing the physical security program, overseeing emergency management and workplace safety initiatives while ensuring compliance and effective personnel management w...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $121K *

Unlock potential by leading cybersecurity initiatives as an Information Systems Security Officer. Drive compliance and risk management for critical systems, ensuring robust security measures and conti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $121K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading Assessment and Authorization efforts, ensuring compliance with RMF standards, and guiding critical IT systems through the accreditation process to maintain...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Advance security measures by monitoring properties, screening access, and coordinating emergency responses. Provide physical protection and logistical support, ensuring readiness against threats while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your impact by ensuring the physical security of vital assets. This role involves policy analysis, program support, and collaboration with diverse experts to safeguard organizational integrity...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at our facilities by leading operations and buildouts. Manage day-to-day activities, enhance employee experiences, and develop scalable processes to support a growing organization...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the enhancement of enterprise-wide physical security programs, ensuring compliance with DOE and NNSA regulations. Lead a multidisciplinary team to protect national security interests in sensi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $88K *

Transform cybersecurity by leveraging your ISSM/ISSO expertise to enhance risk management, compliance, and security governance across critical systems. Drive impactful assessments and foster operation...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading RMF processes, ensuring secure operations, and maintaining ATO status while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance security governance and complian...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $163K *

Engage in strategic leadership for campus safety, driving innovation and collaboration across the university. Foster partnerships, ensure compliance, and enhance emergency preparedness to support a se...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead safety operations across multiple stations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Oversee Regional Safety Managers and develop programs to enhance safety procedures, while in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial integrity through proactive surveillance and analysis. Drive initiatives to detect and prevent financial crime while collaborating with cross-functi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.