About The Position

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead enterprise-wide security initiatives while shaping secure architecture for cloud, data, and application environments. You will manage a team of security experts and collaborate across engineering, DevOps, and technology teams to embed security into SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, and platform operations. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, driving programs that protect data, reduce risk, and enable business agility. You will serve as a trusted advisor, advocating security-first practices and fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and operational excellence. This position is ideal for a forward-thinking leader who views security as a business enabler, balancing technical rigor with practical, scalable solutions.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in security architecture, application security, infrastructure security, or related domains.
  • Strong expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevSecOps, and/or data security.
  • Hands-on experience in secure software development practices, security testing methodologies, threat modeling, and designing distributed system security controls.
  • Proven experience leading and developing globally distributed security teams across multiple time zones.
  • Strong cross-functional leadership skills, with the ability to influence engineering, IT, and business teams on security priorities.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST CSF, PCI-DSS, GLBA).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

  • Expertise in application security testing, bug bounty programs, and software security assessments.
  • Experience with identity & access management (IAM), encryption, authentication, logging, and monitoring architectures.
  • Knowledge of tools such as GitHub, Wiz, Sentinel One, and Okta.
  • Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, OSCP, AWS Security Specialty) or advanced degree in relevant field.

Responsibilities

  • Define and maintain secure application, platform, and infrastructure architecture frameworks to ensure security is integrated from the start.
  • Partner with engineering, DevOps, and technology teams to implement secure software development practices across SDLC, CI/CD, and data pipelines.
  • Lead the vulnerability management program, ensuring risk-based remediation and consistent security controls across all technology assets.
  • Oversee security design review services, providing structured assessments for new and evolving systems and data.
  • Advocate for security as a service by building tools and processes that enable developers and system owners to innovate securely.
  • Serve as a security advisor, communicating risks effectively to engineering, IT, and business stakeholders while aligning with regulatory and business requirements.
  • Champion a security-first culture, ensuring teams understand and follow security standards, frameworks, and best practices.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary range: $166,400 – $266,200 USD annually, with location- and experience-based adjustments.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements with global collaboration across teams.
  • Professional development opportunities and career growth within a security-focused organization.
  • Equity and performance-based incentives (depending on company policy).
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