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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$85K - $150K *

Reimagine security operations as you oversee NISP compliance, manage classified information, lead self-inspections, and establish comprehensive security policies to protect sensitive data and ensure r...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $123K *

Lead and supervise police personnel in a diverse range of law enforcement activities. Collaborate with community partners and mentor officers, while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures for a...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $149K *

Join our dynamic team as we safeguard classified communications, overseeing the integrity and security of COMSEC materials. Take ownership of critical security operations, develop efficient solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Join a team that champions global security compliance across venues and events. Develop and execute comprehensive physical security strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, risk management, and eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $130K *

Make your mark at the forefront of security operations, leading SOC strategy, enhancing processes, ensuring team alignment, and driving continuous improvement across multiple functions to achieve orga...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $190K *

Lead security operations in a pivotal role safeguarding enterprise data within the Department of War and the Intelligence Community, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of security awareness a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing a team of security specialists, overseeing the SCI program, and ensuring compliance with security regulations. Drive operational excellence across multiple locations and g...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dedicated team in safeguarding sensitive information by overseeing security operations and compliance for military and civilian personnel, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a po...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Elevate operations by leading a dynamic team to achieve performance targets, optimize processes, and ensure safety compliance. Drive logistics and strategic relationships to enhance warehouse efficien...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $156K *

Champion safe execution across construction projects, ensuring compliance and risk management while enhancing contractor accountability through field oversight and collaboration with project teams...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing COMSEC operations, safeguarding sensitive materials, and providing on-site training to ensure secure interoperability while maintaining compliance with regulatory standar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Take ownership of cybersecurity operations by monitoring and responding to threats impacting financial systems. Collaborate with teams to investigate incidents, enhance security practices, and support...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Explore your potential as you provide multi-discipline security support for vital Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational security within a comprehensive framework of go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the university police force, ensuring efficient law enforcement, safety, and compliance while fostering a collaborative environment. Supervise personnel training and emergency preparedness progra...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring campus safety and security through strategic operations, enforcement of laws, and effective police management, while fostering community relations and compliance with regul...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $140K *

Transform security project management by leading innovative initiatives across regional data centers. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the highest standards in physical security systems while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction sites, ensuring compliance, safety, and quality standards while leading daily activities, coordinating teams, and maintaining schedules for succ...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in construction supervision and safety management by overseeing daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and implementing rigorous quality control measures...

1 week ago

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

$86K - $114K *

Join a team that's passionate about maintaining high-quality standards by leading inspectors and managing inspections to ensure product reliability and safety. Drive process improvements while collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Support the design and implementation of physical security systems, collaborating with teams to ensure client satisfaction. Engage in proactive communication and technical training, while managing doc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering cutting-edge physical security solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to design and implement video surveillance and access control systems, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $215K *

Shape the future of endpoint security by engineering critical detection and response functionalities for a leading security platform, collaborating across teams while enhancing complex system capabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Launch your career by supporting vital Navy cybersecurity initiatives as an expert in network security, systems analysis, and vulnerability management within classified environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $189K *

Join a team that drives the future of aerospace by leading critical manufacturing operations. This role demands strong leadership, strategic communication, and continuous improvement efforts to suppor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion cyber resilience by monitoring systems for threats and incidents, analyzing security challenges, and implementing effective mitigation strategies. Join us in safeguarding critical IT infrastr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 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.