Principal Product Security Engineer
Core
Set product security direction, lead cross-functional security initiatives, and embed security by design into roadmaps and engineering work for cloud-native platforms.
Role type
Principal Product Security Engineer (Strategy & Mentorship)
Builds
Security guardrails for AI-assisted development, automation for vulnerability detection/remediation, and secure-by-default tooling integrated into CI/CD.
Domain
Cybersecurity, Cloud-Native Security, Supply Chain Security
Required skills
Secure architecture and system design, Org-level risk management, Cloud-native security (containers, Kubernetes), Security compliance frameworks, Security automation (Go, Python, Shell), Stakeholder influence and mentorship
Preferred skills
Software supply chain security (SBOMs, SLSA), Red-teaming or offensive security, Open source security development, Public speaking on security
Technologies
Kubernetes, CI/CD, Static/Dynamic Analysis Tools, Policy-as-code, STIGs/CIS baselines
Responsibilities
Define and evolve security guardrails for AI-assisted development; Own cross-functional security programs (secure SDLC, vulnerability reduction); Build automation for vulnerability detection and remediation; Improve security assurance programs (pentests, bug bounties); Guide adoption of security tools in CI/CD; Mentor Product Security Engineers and influence senior leaders.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship