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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$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance cybersecurity by monitoring endpoint security tools, ensuring compliance, optimizing configurations, and delivering robust threat response strategies to support vital defens...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Help us optimize the decision-making process for law enforcement with trustworthy, high-volume evidence packages. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and ensure rapid, accurate outc...

1 week ago

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

$179K - $185K *

Oversee and manage a vital technical portfolio in Maintenance and Weapons Operations, driving program scope, budget, and timelines. Foster strong relationships to ensure compliance and tackle evolving...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Support cybersecurity compliance by managing information system authorizations, tracking vulnerabilities, and ensuring adherence to federal standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system s...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity compliance for critical systems. Drive security assessments and stakeholder coordination to ensure adherence to federal standards while managing vulnerabilit...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead complex insider threat investigations, analyzing risks and driving organizational improvements. Collaborate across teams to enhance data protection and support regulatory objec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $122K *

Lead the charge in managing complex security projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder engagement. Utilize advanced project management skills to drive success and foster cl...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing expert case management and HUMINT oversight, coordinating intelligence and operational activities to enhance mission effectiveness within Special Operations Forces and Jo...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Execute fire safety protocols and oversee emergency preparedness activities, ensuring compliance with Local Law requirements. Supervise drills, training, and liaise with emergency personnel to maintai...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $150K *

Lead the charge in anti-tamper system security engineering, ensuring the end-to-end development and lifecycle support for advanced weapons, enhancing US Navy and Marine Corps capabilities in counter a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and enhance safety protocols, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture at multiple MEI sites. Collaborate with teams to prevent incidents and drive improvements through tra...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring integrity in municipal leadership by conducting sensitive investigations for key City appointments. Play a vital role in evaluating candidates for positions of...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring payroll tax accuracy and compliance. Partner with finance and external agencies to manage reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and monitor regulatory change...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $104K *

Contribute to workplace safety as a Site Safety Lead. You'll enforce safety standards, conduct audits, and train employees to promote compliance and well-being on construction sites, ensuring everyone...

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

$83K - $104K *

Play a key role in ensuring site safety by implementing protocols, overseeing compliance, conducting audits, and training employees to create a secure work environment while collaborating with managem...

Reposted today

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

$83K - $104K *

Help us maintain a safe work environment by implementing and overseeing safety protocols, conducting audits, and providing training to ensure compliance on job sites. Collaborate with teams to address...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer security compliance efforts in a collaborative role ensuring systems achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) while following Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and managing secu...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by ensuring security compliance of critical systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO) and uphold the Risk Management Framework (RMF), while en...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring security compliance, implementing risk management protocols, and maintaining system integrity. Collaborate with diverse technical leads to uphold security stan...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead compliance efforts by collaborating with diverse teams to ensure security systems meet standards and achieve Authority to Operate (ATO). Manage documentation, risk assessments, and incident respo...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion security compliance by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure systems achieve Authority to Operate (ATO). Utilize the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for assessments, documentati...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward as you ensure information security compliance and support risk management initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to protect organizational assets and maintain system a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure information systems are secure and compliant, following the RMF process. Contribute to documentation, risk assessment, and the implementation of security p...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us ensure security compliance and maintain Authority to Operate by collaborating with stakeholders to implement effective security measures, risk assessments, and documentation processes in align...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring security compliance for critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) by following established frameworks and...

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.