Information Security Officer Jobs in California
Information Security Officer jobs in California are among the most actively recruited in the country, concentrated in technology, financial services, healthcare, and state and federal government agencies, with openings at every level from early-career analyst tracks through senior and executive CISO positions. The heaviest hiring activity is in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where organizations like Kaiser Permanente, Lockheed Martin, and Wells Fargo maintain large security functions. The most in-demand specialties across California employers include cloud security, threat intelligence, and regulatory compliance with frameworks such as CCPA and HIPAA. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Why Socure?
Socure is building the identity trust infrastructure for the digital economy — verifying 100% of good identities in real time and stopping fraud before it starts. The mission is big, the problems are complex, and the impact is felt by businesses, governments, and millions of people every day.
We hire people who want that level of responsibility. People who move fast, think critically, act like owners, and care deeply about solving customer problems with precision. If you want predictability or narrow scope, this won’t be your place. If you want to help build the future of identity with a team that holds a high bar for itself — keep reading.
About the Role
Socure is seeking an experienced, executive-level Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (Deputy CISO) to report directly to the CISO. In this role, you will lead company-wide security, data governance, compliance, and risk programs across our fast-scaling organization.
You will play a critical strategic role driving AI and data security initiatives both internally across the company and externally as a core component of product development. You will regularly engage with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, enterprise customers, and legal teams on emerging AI risks and privacy frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Company-Wide Security & Compliance Leadership: Drive, scale, and execute enterprise-wide information security, risk management, and compliance programs aligned with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
AI & Data Security Strategy: Drive AI and data security initiatives across the company, embedding robust data protection, governance, and threat modeling directly into product development lifecycles.
Executive & Board Governance: Prepare materials and present security posture, cyber risk metrics, and strategic roadmaps directly to executive staff, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors.
Legal, Privacy & AI Partnership: Collaborate closely with Legal and Risk teams on privacy requirements, AI/ML governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and technological risk management.
Customer Assurance & External Audits: Serve as an executive security ambassador, engaging directly with enterprise customers, prospects, and auditors on security architecture, compliance requirements, and audit reviews.
Vendor & Supply Chain Risk Management: Architect and oversee enterprise Vendor Risk Management (VRM) and software supply chain security programs.
Enterprise Security Operations: Provide leadership oversight for detection and response, identity and access governance, and cloud-native enterprise security posture.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Certifications:
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT)
Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR) Certification
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
Executive Presentation Experience: Proven track record of presenting complex risk concepts, security strategies, and incident reports to Audit Committees and Board members.
AI & Security Deployment Track Record: Hands-on experience architecting, evaluating, or deploying AI security solutions and AI safety/governance frameworks.
Vendor & Supply Chain Security: Extensive experience managing enterprise vendor risk management, third-party compliance, and software supply chain risk.
Customer-Facing Engagement: High degree of comfort acting as a security representative in high-stakes enterprise customer meetings, sales cycles, and compliance audits.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience overseeing detection and response operations in modern, cloud-native SaaS environments.
Deep experience with enterprise security platforms, specifically Okta (Identity & Access Management) and CrowdStrike (EDR/XDR).
Background working in high-growth technology companies, AI/ML products, or B2B tech sectors.
Socure is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in all its forms within our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
If you need an accommodation during any stage of the application or hiring process—including interview or onboarding support—please reach out to your Socure recruiting partner directly.
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Compensation Range: $200K - $250K
Why Socure?
Socure is building the identity trust infrastructure for the digital economy — verifying 100% of good identities in real time and stopping fraud before it starts. The mission is big, the problems are complex, and the impact is felt by businesses, governments, and millions of people every day.
We hire people who want that level of responsibility. People who move fast, think critically, act like owners, and care deeply about solving customer problems with precision. If you want predictability or narrow scope, this won’t be your place. If you want to help build the future of identity with a team that holds a high bar for itself — keep reading.
About the Role
Socure is seeking an experienced, executive-level Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (Deputy CISO) to report directly to the CISO. In this role, you will lead company-wide security, data governance, compliance, and risk programs across our fast-scaling organization.
You will play a critical strategic role driving AI and data security initiatives both internally across the company and externally as a core component of product development. You will regularly engage with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, enterprise customers, and legal teams on emerging AI risks and privacy frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Company-Wide Security & Compliance Leadership: Drive, scale, and execute enterprise-wide information security, risk management, and compliance programs aligned with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
AI & Data Security Strategy: Drive AI and data security initiatives across the company, embedding robust data protection, governance, and threat modeling directly into product development lifecycles.
Executive & Board Governance: Prepare materials and present security posture, cyber risk metrics, and strategic roadmaps directly to executive staff, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors.
Legal, Privacy & AI Partnership: Collaborate closely with Legal and Risk teams on privacy requirements, AI/ML governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and technological risk management.
Customer Assurance & External Audits: Serve as an executive security ambassador, engaging directly with enterprise customers, prospects, and auditors on security architecture, compliance requirements, and audit reviews.
Vendor & Supply Chain Risk Management: Architect and oversee enterprise Vendor Risk Management (VRM) and software supply chain security programs.
Enterprise Security Operations: Provide leadership oversight for detection and response, identity and access governance, and cloud-native enterprise security posture.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Certifications:
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT)
Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR) Certification
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
Executive Presentation Experience: Proven track record of presenting complex risk concepts, security strategies, and incident reports to Audit Committees and Board members.
AI & Security Deployment Track Record: Hands-on experience architecting, evaluating, or deploying AI security solutions and AI safety/governance frameworks.
Vendor & Supply Chain Security: Extensive experience managing enterprise vendor risk management, third-party compliance, and software supply chain risk.
Customer-Facing Engagement: High degree of comfort acting as a security representative in high-stakes enterprise customer meetings, sales cycles, and compliance audits.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience overseeing detection and response operations in modern, cloud-native SaaS environments.
Deep experience with enterprise security platforms, specifically Okta (Identity & Access Management) and CrowdStrike (EDR/XDR).
Background working in high-growth technology companies, AI/ML products, or B2B tech sectors.
Socure is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in all its forms within our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
If you need an accommodation during any stage of the application or hiring process—including interview or onboarding support—please reach out to your Socure recruiting partner directly.
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Compensation Range: $200K - $250K
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in information security officer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related information technology field
- Active CISSP certification or equivalent credential such as CISM or CISA
- Demonstrated experience developing and enforcing information security policies and programs
- Familiarity with California Consumer Privacy Act compliance obligations and implementation
- Experience conducting risk assessments, security audits, and incident response management
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms, vulnerability management tools, and security frameworks including NIST
Information Security Officer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a information security officer in California?
California does not issue a state license for information security officers, so the path runs through education and professional certification. Most employers require at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity, followed by several years of progressively responsible security roles. Earning a recognized certification such as the CISSP through ISC2 or the CISM through ISACA significantly strengthens a candidacy and is often listed as a requirement in California postings.
How much do information security officers make in California?
Information security officers in California earn a median of about $138,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,070 for the lowest 10% to over $221,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire information security officers in California?
Employers hiring information security officers in California right now include ASEC, JT4, and Saalex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of major technology firms, large health systems, financial institutions, and defense contractors makes it one of the broadest and most consistent hiring markets for this role nationwide.
Which California cities have the most information security officer jobs?
San Diego, San Francisco, and Ridgecrest account for the most information security officer openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its density of technology headquarters and venture-backed companies with mature security programs, while Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment, aerospace, and financial firms, and San Diego's concentration of defense contractors and biotech employers sustains a steady pipeline of openings.
Are there remote information security officer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields, because much of the work involves policy oversight, risk analysis, vendor review, and security program management that travels well to a remote environment. About 40% of information security officer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed security leadership has become since enterprise cloud adoption accelerated. Roles requiring hands-on data center oversight or classified government clearance work tend to remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a information security officer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a junior security analyst or IT compliance associate role at a large California employer and building toward the officer title from within. State agencies such as the California Department of Technology regularly post entry-level cybersecurity positions that lead to advancement. Large California health systems including Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health also run associate-level IT security programs. Earning a CompTIA Security+ or Certified Associate in Project Management credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over those without any formal credential.
Where can I find and apply to information security officer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to information security officer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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