Welcome to IT Security Specialist Jobs at Ladders

As a hub for high-paying jobs, Ladders provides a broad array of IT Security Specialist job opportunities. These are roles that not only challenge your professional skill sets, but also provide a remuneration of $100,000 or more.

What is an IT Security Specialist?

An IT Security Specialist is a professional who is responsible for protecting the digital infrastructure and sensitive data of an organization against cyber threats.

Why opt for an IT Security Specialist job?

With the increasing digital transformation across industries, the demand for skilled IT Security Specialists is on the rise. Not only do these roles offer gratifying challenges, but they also ensure lucrative pay.

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Create your profile at Ladders and start exploring well-paid IT Security Specialist jobs. Get industry trends, salary insights, and the right opportunities required to climb the ladder of success in your career.

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$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing systems and data integrity. Leverage your security expertise in evaluating internal processes and performing security reviews to protect the organization’s tec...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Empower your career by safeguarding digital assets. As a vital team member, you'll identify security risks, implement policies, and enhance cybersecurity protocols to ensure data integrity and confide...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead cybersecurity governance and compliance efforts, ensuring effective risk management and audit readiness in a flexible remote and on-site environment. Drive continuous impro...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by playing a key role in safeguarding critical information through comprehensive security management and compliance initiatives, supporting a dynamic defense environment with multi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by conducting ICS/SCADA inventories, implementing DoD security measures, and collaborating with experts to safeguard critical infrastructures and enhance operational...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Deliver comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, ensuring compliance and security for clients while leading internal security initiatives and building trusted advisor relationships across various indust...

Abbotsford, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of communication technology by ensuring system integrity and security. Leverage your expertise to support daily operations of critical communication devices, training teams, and resol...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading security assessments and ensuring compliance for IT systems. You will guide risk management and collaborate with teams to uphold best practices in information assurance...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Advance security measures while supporting Department of Defense Special Access Programs. Provide critical IT/IA support including system maintenance, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity compliance acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive IT security architecture excellence by providing expert design, analysis, and advisory support across complex environments, ensuring robust protection aligned with government standards and indus...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive the security engineering and administration for a DoD program, leading a team in implementing and maintaining systems. Ensure compliance and enhance system readiness through proactive monitoring...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive your career with a hands-on ISSE role, providing security engineering and systems administration support for classified systems in a dynamic DoD environment, leading a skilled team and ensuring...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Help us shape the security landscape of a DoD program by providing hands-on engineering, system administration, and information assurance support while leading a dedicated team in a dynamic environmen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that drives security engineering excellence, providing hands-on support for classified systems while leading a team to ensure optimal performance and compliance throughout the system life...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape robust security strategies to protect crucial digital assets and information systems. Collaborate with IT teams to establish protocols, assess vulnerabilities, and respond to threats ensuring co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Shape enterprise cybersecurity operations by safeguarding sensitive data. Collaborate across teams to enhance data protection strategies, incident response, and compliance efforts while addressing ins...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Explore a pivotal role in cyber defense, ensuring robust security operations, incident response, and compliance across the enterprise while utilizing advanced detection and analysis techniques to comb...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by overseeing enterprise security infrastructure, managing firewalls, and responding to incidents. Leverage expertise in network engineering to enhance perimeter def...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive the future of information security by engineering resilient systems through advanced security measures, vulnerability remediation, and compliance with RMF and ICD guidelines to protect critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Monitor, analyze, and protect network infrastructure from threats. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture, respond to incidents, and implement safeguards for sensitive information in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that safeguards critical network infrastructures by actively monitoring, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats. Collaborate across departments to enhance overall security and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join our cybersecurity team as a Network Security Analyst, where you'll analyze and protect critical network infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Champion network security to protect sensitive data by monitoring, analyzing, and addressing potential threats. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures and respond to incidents, ensuring r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Network Security Analyst, safeguarding vital infrastructure. Monitor, analyze, and respond to security threats, while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance the organizat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead IT security operations, ensuring compliance and safeguarding infrastructure across diverse environments including Windows, Linux, and cloud...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Security Specialist do?question toggle

    An IT Security Specialist is primarily responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security protocols to protect an organization's computer networks and systems.

  • What qualifications are needed for an IT Security Specialist job?question toggle

    Typically, an IT Security Specialist requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with relevant experience. Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ may be advantageous.

  • What skills are important for an IT Security Specialist?question toggle

    Important skills for an IT Security Specialist include a strong understanding of cybersecurity and risk management, knowledge of computer networks and systems, proficiency in coding, and excellent problem-solving abilities.

  • What are average salaries for IT Security Specialist jobs?question toggle

    While salaries can vary based on location, experience, and company size, IT Security Specialist roles often offer six-figure salaries, making them one of the high-paying jobs in the tech industry.