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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$100K - $130K *

Develop a comprehensive security program across multiple healthcare facilities, ensuring safety for patients, staff, and assets while collaborating with hospital teams to maintain compliance with regu...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Oversee security operations across multiple hospitals, ensuring regulatory compliance and the safety of patients, staff, and assets. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement effective secu...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive security programs across multiple hospitals, ensuring safety for patients and staff while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Oversee security measures and manage teams to ensure the safety and order of facility residents. This role involves supervising staff, responding to emergencies, and acting as chief security officer d...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Provide security and supervision within a correctional facility, managing staff and residents. Ensure order and safety on assigned shifts. Act as Chief Security Officer in the absence of the Security...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Join a team that ensures security, order, and discipline within a correctional facility, supervising security staff and residents during assigned shifts, and acting as Chief Security Officer during sp...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Empower safety and order in a correctional environment by supervising staff and residents. This role involves critical decision-making during emergencies and overseeing security operations to maintain...

2 days ago

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

$91K *

Champion operational excellence by leading security teams, achieving contract goals, and enhancing client relationships through effective performance management and development strategies while ensuri...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$62K - $180K *

Transform security operations by providing oversight, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with NISPOM and DCSA regulations. Collaborate with internal teams to safeguard classified information a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring journalist safety and security across global operations. Oversee crisis response, event security, and physical security measures, collaborating with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Join our team as a key leader responsible for operational excellence, client engagement, and team development. Drive financial performance while fostering an inclusive and effective work environment a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Oversee the development and enhancement of security policies and procedures, managing team operations across Executive Protection and Security Operations to ensure safety and readiness within corporat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $95K *

Lead the charge in program management for comprehensive Firearms Detection Canine services while ensuring compliance, effective personnel management, and quality assurance across multiple regions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $102K *

Champion client relationships and operational excellence across multiple locations. Drive financial performance and implement security solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $114K *

Elevate your career by managing relationships and driving operational success with key enterprise clients in the financial services sector, ensuring high levels of service and satisfaction while achie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $125K *

Transform client relations and operational metrics by leading engagements with enterprise accounts, driving growth, and ensuring effective service delivery across multi-state operations while promotin...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Empower security standards by leading the development and management of integrated security strategies for a major multi-purpose stadium. Ensure guest and staff safety while overseeing vendor performa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure safety and security for high-profile clients in a fast-paced environment. Provide concierge-level service while managing risks, monitoring properties, and supporting exec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $123K *

Drive security strategies for advanced weapon systems while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective security solutions and manage hig...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the planning and management of community security programs, ensuring effective operations and safety measures while coordinating with diverse community stakeholders to enhance public safety and s...

3 weeks ago

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

$65K - $118K *

Drive security excellence by overseeing facility, personnel, and SAP security programs. Ensure compliance and implement advanced security solutions while supporting internal investigations and advisin...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $108K *

Lead the charge in transforming blueprints into operational security systems, ensuring project execution adheres to safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to deliver top-notch securit...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $108K *

Contribute to security solutions by installing and configuring systems, ensuring optimal functionality, and providing exceptional client support while leading a team of technicians and maintaining com...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $135K *

Drive exceptional operational efficiency in electronic security system installations. Oversee quality control, cost management, and personnel development, while ensuring compliance with specifications...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $93K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security systems management by effectively overseeing project crews, ensuring compliance and quality in installations, and driving operational efficiencies across all cont...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.