Staff Product Security Architect

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Product Security Architect to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will shape security architecture across strategic software initiatives, with a strong emphasis on building secure-by-design patterns that engineering teams can adopt at scale. You will partner closely with engineering leaders and developers to anticipate risks early, improve software supply chain security, and strengthen protections for distributed systems. The position also calls for practical guidance that can be applied by both engineers and AI coding tools, helping the organization move faster without compromising security. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $168,000 – $238,000 annually Responsibilities Partner with engineering teams to proactively identify security issues before they arise. Lead security architecture for strategic projects, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration. Assess and prioritize systemic security risks, acting as a key Security Owner. Develop reusable security guidelines and models for developers and AI tools. Create prototypes to enhance speed and efficacy in security solutions. Conduct comprehensive security architecture reviews to ensure thorough coverage. Mentor fellow security engineers and advocate for security architecture within engineering circles. Qualifications Depth in application security architecture, including critical models like authentication and authorization. Experience securing distributed systems and managing service-to-service authentication. Familiarity with software supply chain security principles and practices. Track record of proactive identification and mitigation of security risks. Ability to influence and build relationships with engineering leadership without gatekeeping practices. Experience creating security standards embraced voluntarily by teams. Strong verbal and written communication abilities, particularly in conveying security concepts to engineers. Insight into how security guidance can be structured for AI coding tools. Benefits Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being Flexible Paid Time Off Team Member Resource Groups Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan Growth and Development Fund Parental Leave Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.