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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$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you ensure security compliance and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) for critical systems. Collaborate with various stakeholders to implement security policies and manage risk...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading security initiatives to protect critical systems. As a Senior Information Systems Security Officer, you'll design, implement, and assess security measures, ensuring complia...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us ensure security compliance across systems by collaborating with teams to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). You'll manage documentation, implement security measures, and support assessments...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead security compliance efforts by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure systems achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) status, while managing risk assessments and implementing...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding information systems and ensuring data integrity. As a Senior Information Systems Security Officer, you'll design, implement, and assess security measures a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion data security as a Senior Information Systems Security Officer, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of systems. Collaborate with teams to implement security measures, conduct assessmen...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Oversee security compliance for systems, ensuring they achieve Authority to Operate (ATO). Collaborate with teams to implement security policies, conduct risk assessments, and respond to security inci...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding critical information systems, ensuring data integrity and security across multiple environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement robust security measures an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage with us to enhance information security by safeguarding networks and systems. You'll design, implement, and assess security measures, ensuring compliance and integrity while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion data security by safeguarding networks and systems, ensuring integrity and confidentiality. Lead the design and implementation of security measures while collaborating with cross-functional t...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower our mission by safeguarding critical information systems. As a Senior Information Systems Security Officer, you'll design, implement, and assess security measures, ensuring data integrity and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in ensuring security compliance for critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) while implementing risk management processes and do...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us as a Senior Information Systems Security Officer, where you'll safeguard critical networks and systems, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality while leading security assessments and imple...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by safeguarding critical information systems. In this senior role, you'll design, implement, and assess security measures, ensuring data integrity and compliance across diverse env...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the security landscape by safeguarding critical systems and data. Lead the design and implementation of robust security measures, ensuring compliance and integrity across multiple environmen...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by safeguarding critical information systems. In this role, you'll design, implement, and assess security measures, ensuring data integrity and compliance across diverse environmen...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion security compliance by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure systems achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) while following the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and mana...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the security strategy for complex information systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security measures, conduct assessments, and mi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Take ownership of critical cyber defense operations, ensuring network security and incident response in a dynamic 24/7 environment. Collaborate with teams to deliver situational awareness and maintain...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $140K *

Optimize security operations across data centers by managing vendor performance, driving compliance, and enhancing security standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $102K *

Drive your career with a role that ensures national security by providing expert adjudication support, analyzing security information, and implementing operational standards for personnel security com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $108K *

Engage in comprehensive investigations of security incidents, manage surveillance systems, and ensure compliance with policies. Collaborate with leadership to enhance safety protocols and provide trai...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $140K *

Elevate security standards across North America by overseeing contract guard operations, driving accountability, and coordinating with various departments to ensure compliance and enhance security eff...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform secure mission infrastructure by leading facilities and security management for U.S. Space Force. Oversee operations, accreditation, and modernization of secure environments, ensuring compli...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in estimating costs for fire and security systems. Collaborate with teams and vendors to deliver accurate budgets while leveraging your expertise in industry codes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.