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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$156K - $215K *

Pioneer innovative integrations as a Staff Forward Deploy Engineer, delivering effective solutions to customer challenges. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance while leading technic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $116K *

Optimize security and supervision in a correctional facility, managing staff and residents while maintaining order and safety. Act as Chief Security Officer as needed, promoting a secure environment o...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Oversee security staff and facility residents, ensuring safety and discipline. Act as Chief Security Officer during evenings and weekends, managing crises and coordinating training to maintain a secur...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Join a team that ensures institutional security and resident safety by supervising staff, managing emergencies, and maintaining order. This leadership role supports a secure environment while developi...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Support the security and control of facility residents while leading a dedicated team in maintaining order, discipline, and safety within a correctional environment, contributing to the overall stabil...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Contribute to maintaining institutional security through leadership, supervision, and crisis management. Ensure discipline and safety while mentoring staff and supporting residents in a secure environ...

3 days ago

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

$166K - $220K *

Shape the future of our People Operations by leading cross-functional technical programs, streamlining HR processes, and fostering collaboration between technical and business stakeholders, ensuring s...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$166K - $220K *

Partner with us to drive impactful technical programs at the intersection of HR operations and technologies, ensuring seamless integration and process automation across our global workforce management...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K - $220K *

Elevate organizational impact by leading complex technical programs in People Operations. Drive automation and efficiency, bridging technical and business needs across global teams to optimize HR proc...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Empower security efforts by providing expertise to enhance compliance and training initiatives for an Information Security program, while managing stakeholder coordination and incident processing to m...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $116K *

Champion a secure environment by supervising staff and residents, ensuring discipline and order. Take charge during off hours as Chief Security Officer, leading security initiatives within the institu...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Advance security and control in a maximum security environment by supervising facility residents and security staff, ensuring discipline, safety, and order during shifts. Serve as Chief Security Offic...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Lead security operations by supervising staff and managing the custody of facility residents. Play a key role in maintaining order and safety, acting as Chief Security Officer during off hours, and en...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Oversee the security and custody of facility residents, directing staff and operations during shifts. Ensure safety and order in a maximum or medium-security environment while providing training and r...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Lead the charge in overseeing security and discipline within a correctional institution. Supervise staff and residents, ensuring a safe environment during assigned shifts and fulfilling chief security...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Drive the security and supervision of facility residents, ensuring order and discipline while overseeing staff on assigned shifts. Act as Chief Security Officer in the absence of management and respon...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $116K *

Join a dynamic corrections team to ensure security and order within the facility. Lead a dedicated staff while overseeing resident safety and responding to emergencies, fostering a disciplined environ...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Engage in critical identity, access, and credentialing operations, ensuring seamless security services for national security partners while managing technical hurdles and sensitive documentation in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $278K *

Champion innovation and excellence by leading cybersecurity engineering efforts, ensuring robust support, maintenance, and development of critical insider threat initiatives, while guiding a diverse t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $128K *

Grow your career with us as you lead the integration of AI into cybersecurity, enhancing vulnerability management through automation, analysis, and collaboration, while training teams on AI methodolog...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead and enhance compliance governance reporting, fostering executive communication and collaboration to ensure clarity and alignment across project management while driving quality assurance and stak...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's pivotal in national security operations, enabling effective communication and coordination within the Intelligence Community. Contribute to high-level task management, document cont...

Yesterday

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

$60K - $104K *

Advance operations within the Special Assets Department by managing policies, ensuring compliance, and supervising staff. Collaborate on projects with organization-wide impact while maintaining a comm...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $112K *

Help us enhance patient and staff experience through effective Business Continuity programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement training, analyze data, and manage schedules while opt...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$111K - $147K *

Take ownership of manufacturing processes for advanced imaging solutions. Lead initiatives to improve production capacity, innovate automation systems, and ensure operational excellence, contributing...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.