Principal Product Security Architect
An overview of this role
We are seeking a Principal Product Security Architect to join our Security Platforms & Architecture Team and be responsible for the identification, assessment, prioritization, and reduction of systemic risks associated with the GitLab product and architecture. In this role, you would lead the development and execution of the security strategy, roadmap, and standards to address complex security challenges across the GitLab ecosystem. You would have a wide sphere of influence and responsibility and maximize your impact by working through and with others. A key focus area will be software supply chain security, where you’ll identify risks and help develop solutions to strengthen our security posture.
Because this role may need to support our GitLab Dedicated for Government offering, hiring is restricted to US citizens physically located in the US.
What You’ll Do
Lead the development and execution of the security strategy and roadmap to address complex security challenges at scale, with specific emphasis on software supply chain security
Develop expert-level knowledge of GitLab’s platform architecture and perform comprehensive risk identification, assessment, and prioritization
Work cross-organizationally to create remediation plans for key security risks in the Product Security Risk Register
Lead the security architecture and design work for strategic initiatives, providing clear direction to cross-functional teams
Conduct security architecture reviews for large strategic projects
Drive continuous improvement of security architecture practices and patterns across the organization
Develop and communicate security standards to proactively enable teams to make sound security decisions and establish clear expectations for secure software delivery
Cultivate strong relationships across Product and Engineering to maintain visibility into major initiatives and drive security outcomes
Anticipate emerging security challenges and propose proactive architectural solutions
Provide expert guidance and mentorship to security engineers across the division
Provide guidance and support to GitLab Dedicated for US Government teams and environments as needed
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience analyzing and reducing software supply chain security risk
Demonstrated ability to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable recommendations
Proven track record of driving complex security initiatives through cross-functional collaboration and influence
Strong background in application security and product security
Deep expertise in risk assessment, secure system design, and threat modeling
Extensive experience securing modern application architectures
Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices and secure software delivery
Nice to have Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to quantify risk, develop metrics, and/or develop Key Risk Indicators for Product Security
Experience supporting government-related security requirements (FedRAMP, NIST 800-171, etc.)
Expertise in emerging technology, like AI
Understanding of security certifications, frameworks, and standards, like FedRAMP, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, etc.
About the team
Security Architects are a part of our Security Platforms and Architecture team, who addresses complex security challenges facing GitLab and its customers to enable GitLab to be the most secure software factory platform on the market. Composed of Security Architecture, Security Research, and Product Security Engineering, we focus on systemic product security risks and work cross-functionally to mitigate them while maintaining Engineering’s development velocity.
How GitLab will support you
All remote, asynchronous work environment
Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of listed locations only. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
California/Colorado/Hawaii/New Jersey/New York/Washington/DC/Illinois/Minnesota pay range
$168,000—$300,000 USD
Principal Product Security Architect
An overview of this role
We are seeking a Principal Product Security Architect to join our Security Platforms & Architecture Team and be responsible for the identification, assessment, prioritization, and reduction of systemic risks associated with the GitLab product and architecture. In this role, you would lead the development and execution of the security strategy, roadmap, and standards to address complex security challenges across the GitLab ecosystem. You would have a wide sphere of influence and responsibility and maximize your impact by working through and with others. A key focus area will be software supply chain security, where you’ll identify risks and help develop solutions to strengthen our security posture.
Because this role may need to support our GitLab Dedicated for Government offering, hiring is restricted to US citizens physically located in the US.
What You’ll Do
Lead the development and execution of the security strategy and roadmap to address complex security challenges at scale, with specific emphasis on software supply chain security
Develop expert-level knowledge of GitLab’s platform architecture and perform comprehensive risk identification, assessment, and prioritization
Work cross-organizationally to create remediation plans for key security risks in the Product Security Risk Register
Lead the security architecture and design work for strategic initiatives, providing clear direction to cross-functional teams
Conduct security architecture reviews for large strategic projects
Drive continuous improvement of security architecture practices and patterns across the organization
Develop and communicate security standards to proactively enable teams to make sound security decisions and establish clear expectations for secure software delivery
Cultivate strong relationships across Product and Engineering to maintain visibility into major initiatives and drive security outcomes
Anticipate emerging security challenges and propose proactive architectural solutions
Provide expert guidance and mentorship to security engineers across the division
Provide guidance and support to GitLab Dedicated for US Government teams and environments as needed
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience analyzing and reducing software supply chain security risk
Demonstrated ability to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable recommendations
Proven track record of driving complex security initiatives through cross-functional collaboration and influence
Strong background in application security and product security
Deep expertise in risk assessment, secure system design, and threat modeling
Extensive experience securing modern application architectures
Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices and secure software delivery
Nice to have Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to quantify risk, develop metrics, and/or develop Key Risk Indicators for Product Security
Experience supporting government-related security requirements (FedRAMP, NIST 800-171, etc.)
Expertise in emerging technology, like AI
Understanding of security certifications, frameworks, and standards, like FedRAMP, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, etc.
About the team
Security Architects are a part of our Security Platforms and Architecture team, who addresses complex security challenges facing GitLab and its customers to enable GitLab to be the most secure software factory platform on the market. Composed of Security Architecture, Security Research, and Product Security Engineering, we focus on systemic product security risks and work cross-functionally to mitigate them while maintaining Engineering’s development velocity.
How GitLab will support you
All remote, asynchronous work environment
Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of listed locations only. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
California/Colorado/Hawaii/New Jersey/New York/Washington/DC/Illinois/Minnesota pay range
$168,000—$300,000 USD