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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$68K - $104K *

Join a team dedicated to leading geotechnical projects while building crew effectiveness and ensuring safety. Manage schedules, budgets, and project execution, all while fostering a culture of support...

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

$68K - $104K *

Lead a dedicated team in managing geotechnical and geohazard projects, ensuring safe operations, effective crew development, and high-quality results while navigating a diverse work environment across...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$68K - $104K *

Join a team that leads geotechnical projects, drives crew development, and ensures safety on-site. You'll manage operations across the U.S., tackling challenges in a dynamic, hands-on environment whil...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$68K - $104K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical projects by leading field crews, managing safety and schedules, and developing talent. Contribute to high-quality work that protects communities a...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$68K - $104K *

Pioneer your career as a field leader for geotechnical projects, managing teams to ensure safety, precision, and excellence. Collaborate with skilled professionals while leading crews to successfully...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$68K - $104K *

Join us as a Superintendent, managing geotechnical projects and leading field crews to ensure safety, quality, and effective execution while fostering crew development and collaboration across various...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$68K - $104K *

Grow your career with us by leading field crews in geotechnical projects, ensuring safety and performance while managing schedules, budgets, and developing team members for successful delivery and lon...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing a specialized engineering team to enhance Life Safety applications, ensuring operational stability, continuous improvement, and technical excellence in a mission-critical e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $149K *

Empower your career by impacting national security as a SOC Analyst Principal. Utilize your cybersecurity expertise to lead critical cyber missions and operations across federal agencies, fostering in...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $149K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on cybersecurity excellence. Utilize your expertise in SOC operations and the MITRE ATT&CK Framework to protect critical systems while collaborating with a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $149K *

Empower our cybersecurity efforts as a SOC Analyst, leveraging your 8+ years of experience to enhance security operations and risk management. Collaborate with a skilled team to drive innovative solut...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $187K *

Shape the future of electrical power with your expertise in testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Lead safety initiatives while guiding a team to ensure optimal performance of high, medium, and l...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $149K *

Shape the future of electrical field operations by leading safety protocols and performing high, medium, and low voltage testing. Drive performance through expert troubleshooting and effective communi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $185K *

Empower the emergency response team by enhancing safety protocols and training. Support hazardous material and fire incident responses while ensuring compliance with safety regulations to maintain ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $215K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge security tools and automation to protect our global, multi-cloud environment. Join a dynamic team where your software engineering expertise will drive missio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive safety excellence on construction projects, ensuring compliance and employee well-being through leadership, training, and auditing. Collaborate with project teams to develop and implement effect...

1 month ago

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

$104K - $160K *

Oversee security protocols and documentation for classified Information Systems, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with agencies to maintain system integrity while managing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $255K *

Pioneer a high-impact security research team, blending hands-on defense expertise with leadership. Drive innovation in cyber threat detection and response, collaborating closely with engineering to re...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $100K *

Join a team that's safeguarding critical government systems through your expertise in cybersecurity risk assessment and compliance. Leverage your ISSM/ISSO background to drive impactful security initi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive fiber optic installations and maintenance, ensuring quality standards in outside plant environments. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to deliver optimal solutions while adhering t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Explore innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot user issues and enhance operations through effective knowledge management and outreach, ensuring optimal s...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$249K - $405K *

Advance security operations by owning detection, incident response, and vulnerability management across cloud, identity, and endpoints. Collaborate closely with IT and engineering to ensure robust def...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Pioneer the management of high-volume concessions operations, overseeing budgets, staff leadership, and quality service, while ensuring compliance with all regulations and enhancing customer experienc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you empower drivers and enhance fleet operations. Oversee scheduling, performance, and safety standards while fostering a culture of excellence. Your leadership will ensure time...

Val Therese, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Take ownership of driver operations by supervising teams, optimizing routes, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Drive efficiency and enhance customer service while maintaining meticulous r...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.