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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$122K - $253K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic sales organization focused on driving growth in the Security Systems market. Coach and develop a sales team to achieve targets while shaping commercial stra...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safety and operational excellence while leading a diverse group of employees at the transfer station. Foster customer satisfaction and increase productivity through pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Shape strategic growth efforts by cultivating business opportunities, driving negotiations, and building long-term client relationships in a fast-paced environment. Leverage financial expertise and ma...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Lead and coordinate 24/7 intelligence operations, ensuring effective resource management and operational risk assessment while driving actionable intelligence against national security threats in a mi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $85K *

Elevate your career by leading a Mobile Crisis Outreach Team that provides essential support during mental health emergencies. Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to implement best practices and...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Contribute to critical cybersecurity operations by analyzing threats, assessing risks, and implementing defense strategies for military weapon systems to enhance mission assurance and operational effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $194K *

Shape the future of operations by tackling complex, ambiguous challenges. As a critical team member, you'll drive cross-functional programs, manage projects, and leverage data to improve processes wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to safeguarding our networks and systems, ensuring compliance with stringent cybersecurity frameworks. Your expertise will protect critical data while fostering an innovat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that oversees and enhances complex wastewater capital projects, ensuring compliance with strict environmental standards while driving innovation and efficiency from initial design to compl...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Advance environmental projects by managing design and construction for wastewater facilities. As part of a skilled team, oversee quality, safety, and budget to ensure a sustainable water supply, drivi...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to the planning, design, and construction of major wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with environmental health standards. Lead project teams to achieve goals and milestones in the ov...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Oversee and manage the design and construction of major wastewater capital projects, ensuring compliance with environmental standards while meeting project goals. Collaborate with multiple teams to de...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of wastewater management in NYC. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee major capital projects, ensuring environmental health and safety while delivering top-notch...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead and support wastewater capital projects ensuring effective project delivery, compliance, and environmental health. Oversee multi-disciplinary teams to meet ambitious goals while managing schedule...

3 weeks ago

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

$231K - $265K *

Unlock potential by executing security operations, identifying threats, and developing automation to enhance incident response and security posture, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $104K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise access control installations. Leverage your expertise to configure, troubleshoot, and integrate systems in high-security environments, while guiding a team to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring exceptional security operations at a major airport. Oversee passenger screening processes, manage a diverse team, foster stakeholder relationships, and implement process im...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $95K *

Tackle project management and installation within the fire alarm industry, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with safety standards while developing team capabilities and maintaining strong...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Manage field operations by leading and developing teams to achieve operational excellence, ensure compliance, and drive sustainable growth across multiple locations while fostering a culture of accoun...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading RMF activities across ARNG systems to enhance cybersecurity compliance and risk management. Collaborate with various teams to develop authorization artifacts and ensure robu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Engage in maximizing asset value by implementing strategic plans for operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering relationships while promoting continuous improvement acro...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing expert administration and support for SATCOM/MUOS systems. Collaborate closely with engineers, ensure network health, manage troubleshooting activities, and uphold sec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $184K *

Accelerate progress at a high-visibility program by spearheading acquisition and management activities that support Air Force initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams, and advising senior leadershi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $173K *

Manage comprehensive cloud security engineering while enforcing compliance and governance frameworks. Oversee vulnerability management, secure configurations, and policy adherence across hybrid enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $184K *

Research and develop innovative threat detection methods to protect data, collaborating with diverse security teams to enhance detection processes and respond to critical threats efficiently across a...

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  •   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.