Security Company IT Director Salary

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Also Known As

Director of Technology (Security Company), VP Information Technology (Security), Head of Security Technology & IT, IT Director (GSOC & Enterprise), Director of Technology Solutions (Security)

What Does a Security Company IT Director Do?

The Security Company IT Director operates providing executive protection, threat assessment, and security operations for high-net-worth families, corporate principals, or private organizations. Classified at the Director level, this position draws from a tight candidate market, making targeted sourcing and competitive compensation critical for successful placements.

What Drives Security Company IT Director Compensation?

The median (P50) compensation for a Security Company IT Director is $185,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $85,000 to $130,000. Pay variation across this range is primarily driven by principal risk profile, domestic vs. international travel requirements, team size managed, security clearance level, and specialized training in surveillance detection or threat mitigation.

Security Company IT Director Career Path

Professionals who move into Security Company IT Director roles most commonly come from military special operations, federal law enforcement, intelligence agencies, or corporate security departments. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward director of security for large family offices, corporate security leadership, or independent security consulting.

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