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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$96K - $144K *

Drive daily operations and project management on construction sites, overseeing scheduling, subcontractor performance, and ensuring compliance with contract documents to deliver successful project out...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to achieving safe, timely, and profitable project completions through strong leadership and effective site management in a fast-paced construction environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Drive field operations to ensure safe, timely completion of projects while leading teams, managing logistics, quality, and costs. Foster a culture of safety and communication to successfully deliver h...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$87K - $124K *

Elevate the security framework at a premier data center by supervising security operations, managing personnel, and enforcing safety protocols. Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance and safegu...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance workplace operations, manage vendor relations, and support events while creating a productive and employee-friendly environment. Your proactive approach will ensure oper...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $140K *

Transform the installation of Security & Life Safety Systems through effective management of resources, planning, and team development, ensuring timely completion and high standards of performance acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Innovate solutions by collaborating on IT projects and improving processes. Leverage technical expertise in networking and security while engaging with teams to enhance operations and support business...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to impactful crime analysis and data-driven decisions. You'll collaborate with public safety partners, evaluate diverse datasets, and develop comprehensive reports to enha...

3 days ago

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

$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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of sales, marketing, and pricing strategies while building systems that empower performance. Drive accountability and foster collaboration with a distributed sales team to enhance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing production floor operations, overseeing scheduling and resource allocation to ensure efficient workflow, while coordinating schedules and materials to meet project deadline...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $105K *

Unlock the potential of production facility management by leading a team to ensure effective scheduling and resource allocation while driving efficiency and meeting production goals in a fast-paced en...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $105K *

Advance production efficiency by supervising skilled workers, managing schedules, and optimizing resource allocation to ensure timely completion of tasks in a dynamic production environment...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $253K *

Engage with mission-critical projects, supporting development teams and defining system requirements. Collaborate in an agile environment, working on documentation and resolving design and configurati...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $253K *

Transform complex systems by leading engineering efforts and driving collaborative solutions across multidisciplinary teams. Shape system requirements and ensure alignment with architectural standards...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $253K *

Unlock mission-critical solutions as a System Engineer, collaborating with agile teams to manage requirements, develop engineering documentation, and support developers to enhance systems architecture...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $130K *

Help us elevate cybersecurity measures by managing risk activities, documentation, and assessments to ensure robust information security for key defense programs in complex NAVAIR environments...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $161K *

Transform security operations as a Senior Industrial Security Specialist, driving compliance and supporting classified programs through effective collaboration, training, and procedural development in...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $253K *

Champion innovation by leading complex technical programs that drive outcomes, manage stakeholder communication, and proactively address risks. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver effective solu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $212K *

Join a dynamic team to lead General Assembly operations, driving safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork to achieve production goals and enhanc...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety and security measures at a major downtown hotel, ensuring effective loss prevention strategies. Develop proactive solutions while collaborating with hotel leadershi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$62K - $115K *

Drive safety excellence by supporting safety management initiatives and compliance processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance workplace safety and health outcomes while assisting with continuous imp...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $203K *

Empower a high-performing team to drive the COMSEC program, ensuring security policies are upheld while navigating complex operational challenges and fostering stakeholder relationships in a dynamic e...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Deliver expert guidance in secure facility operations and project management, ensuring compliance with federal standards, overseeing technical integrations, and leading diverse teams to enhance the sa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Explore a dynamic role as you design and build secure data platforms, enhancing analytics and decision-making for federal projects. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, high-quality data prod...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 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.