Manager SaaS Security Posture Management
Vanguard · Charlotte, NC · 1 mo ago
HybridInformation TechnologyFull-time
About the role
The Manager of SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) is responsible for leading, operating, and scaling the enterprise SSPM capability. This role serves as the first-line people manager for SSPM and owns the day-to-day operations, execution, and continuous maturity of the program.
Key Responsibilities
- Own day-to-day SSPM operations, including posture monitoring, findings triage, remediation workflows, exceptions, and risk acceptance.
- Ensure SSPM operates in alignment with approved operating models, runbooks, and governance cadences.
- Translate strategic direction into operational priorities, agile planning, and execution.
- Directly manage SSPM analysts, developers, and contractors.
- Provide performance feedback, coaching, and career development.
- Manage workload, capacity, and coverage across SSPM functions.
- Oversee operational use of SSPM tooling (e.g., Falcon Shield, Obsidian, AppOmni) and associated SaaS integrations, including any developed custom integrations.
- Partner with SSPM technical leads to operationalize controls and policies.
- Ensure SSPM findings are correctly prioritized and routed for remediation.
- Serve as the primary operational SSPM interface for application owners, IAM, SOC, and GRC teams.
- Participate in regular SaaS posture reviews and baseline recertification efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Experience managing security or technology teams in a large enterprise environment.
- Strong understanding of SaaS security risks including misconfigurations, identities, and integrations.
- Proven ability to operationalize and scale security programs.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SaaS Security Posture Management tools or programs.
- Familiarity with NIST CSF or similar security frameworks.
- Experience working closely with IAM, SOC, or Cloud Security teams.