Director of Security Engineering
Ladders · United States · 2 days ago
RemoteRemoteManagement$186k–$256k/yrFull-time
About the role
This role will lead work at the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a technology-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Build and lead a security engineering team, guiding standards and budget in the code-to-cloud lifecycle
- Collaborate with the CISO to define strategic security policies and operational plans
- Utilize AI innovations to enhance security practices and engineering processes
- Ensure safe AI-assisted development across the organization
- Act as a true product partner, collaborating closely with product teams
- Engage with executives and customers to address significant security topics
- Transform compliance measures into proactive assurance for customers
Qualifications
- 7+ years in security or software engineering, with 4+ years in a leadership role
- Proven partnership skills with engineering teams
- Experience leveraging AI in security capabilities
- Strong credibility in executive and customer engagements
- Technical expertise in cloud, Kubernetes security, and CI/CD processes
Benefits
- Additional days off for well-being
- 401(k) plan with a 3% company match
- Maternity and Parental Leave
- Mental health support through the Modern Health app
- Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $186,000 – $256,000 annually