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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex electronic security projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and strong vendor relationships. Drive project success through effective communication, re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale electronic security projects, ensuring timely execution, quality installation, and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse teams to achieve strategic...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $149K *

Support military air defense projects by managing technical operations globally. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product performance and provide user training for optimal system deployme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $220K *

Engage and lead the enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, ensuring global resilience and best practices are adopted. Champion security as a business enabler, fostering a culture of cyber awareness a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion a multi-year cybersecurity strategy to protect and streamline ADI's global operations, ensuring security is embedded across digital platforms, enhancing resilience and sustainability through...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in defining and implementing a global cybersecurity strategy across enterprise IT and operations. Engage teams to cultivate a security-first culture, mitigate risks, and enhance resili...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Elevate cybersecurity across our global operations by developing strategies that protect information assets and foster a security-first culture, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Partner with us to shape and enhance our global cybersecurity strategy, ensuring protection of critical assets and fostering a culture of security across the organization, while collaborating with exe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive safety excellence by coordinating environmental health programs. Lead compliance efforts, manage safety training, and evaluate risks to ensure a safe workplace while adhering to regulations and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by supporting secure systems within mission-critical government programs. Partner in applying RMF principles, embedding security controls, and collaborating across teams to achieve...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Shape an enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, fostering a culture of security by design. Engage with executive leaders to ensure alignment of risks with global operations, safeguarding vital inform...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $115K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance client service, ensure compliance, and drive efficiencies. Your expertise will shape performance standards and nurture future leaders in a cul...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $115K *

Transform account management by leading a dynamic team, ensuring exceptional service delivery and operational efficiency while managing a diverse client portfolio and supporting staff development in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $194K *

Join and lead the Test & Evaluation Compliance team, overseeing critical FAA and FCC regulatory compliance while ensuring alignment with multiple cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering a culture of safety and compliance. You'll support job site teams with training, inspections, and documentation, promoting a proactive safety environment whil...

1 week ago

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

$101K - $152K *

Shape security protocols by acting as the Contractor Program Security Officer, ensuring compliance, conducting investigations, and developing programs vital for safeguarding classified materials withi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $231K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building secure software and transforming CI/CD practices. As a Staff Product Security Engineer, you'll lead security initiatives and influence teams across the organiz...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Redefine secure software shipping by designing and hardening CI/CD pipelines. As a Staff Engineer, lead architecture reviews, enforce security standards, and respond to evolving customer needs, direct...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $104K *

Empower the Emergency Services Unit by leading training programs and ensuring compliance with emergency response standards, enhancing incident management and preparedness across divisions to improve s...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $125K *

Manage daily operations and drive initiatives to optimize productivity, ensuring effective team coordination and fostering a positive company culture within the transportation sector...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Drive comprehensive Cyber Defense strategies, leading a skilled team to safeguard corporate information. Oversee threat detection, incident response, and collaboration with business leaders to achieve...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $150K *

Join a team that's advancing the mission of the National Museum of Asian Art by building relationships and securing major gifts. As a key frontline fundraiser, you'll shape donor engagement strategies...

1 week ago

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

$92K - $134K *

Champion safety on site by preparing safety plans and audits, training staff, and fostering a positive safety culture while ensuring compliance with regulations for a major construction project...

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

$92K - $134K *

Lead the charge in cultivating a safe construction environment by overseeing compliance with safety regulations, conducting inspections, and driving a proactive safety culture across all project activ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $95K *

Pioneer safe construction practices by overseeing site safety management, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting audits, and fostering a positive safety culture to protect team members and p...

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

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.