We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Security Development to lead our proactive security initiatives and drive the development of robust security solutions. As a key member of our security leadership team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive architecture that protects our systems, data, and infrastructure from emerging threats by design. You will play a critical role in shaping our security strategy, engineering secure processes, and fostering a culture of security awareness and accountability throughout the organization.

• Lead the design and implementation of a proactive security architecture that anticipates and mitigates potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and engineer security processes, including the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC), to integrate security seamlessly into our development workflows.
• Own vulnerability management, including identifying, prioritizing, and remediating security vulnerabilities across our systems and applications.
• Conduct penetration testing, security assessments, and threat modeling to identify and address security risks proactively.
• Lead Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) and Security Impact Assessments (SIA) to assess the impact of new projects, features, and systems on privacy and security.
• Implement robust change management processes to ensure that security controls are effectively maintained and updated over time.
• Drive evidence gathering and documentation efforts to support internal audits, regulatory compliance, and customer security assessments.
• Collaborate with customers and partners to address security requirements and concerns, providing guidance and assurance as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• CISSP, CISM, or other relevant certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on security architecture, process development, and engineering.
• Experience building SSDL/PDLC in collaboration with product, engineering and devops teams
• Broad multi-cloud experience building secure cloud programs
• Experience integrating teams and processes across an organization
• Experience managing global teams
• Proven track record of designing and implementing secure architectures and processes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Deep understanding of secure software development principles, including secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).
• Experience with vulnerability management, penetration testing, and security assessment methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of privacy and security regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate security risks effectively.

This is a full-time position. The ideal candidate will work out of ourEnglewood Cliffs, NJ office a minimum of 3 days per week to maximize collaboration and interaction with the business. Travel may be required.

Own is dedicated to creating an environment where employees thrive, which is why base pay is only one part of the total compensation package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. This role may also be eligible for unlimited PTO, generous medical benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with a 4% employer match, discretionary bonuses/incentives, and stock options. We also offer catered lunches in the office five days a week, a full fitness center, and free shuttle bus service to and from New York City.

Creating an environment where employees thrive also means making sure every employee feels accepted. As we scale to help all types of companies protect precious data, our team must reflect the diversity we serve. Own is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we believe that every employee in the company brings a unique perspective that they can and should contribute in order to make an impact every day. We strive to be one team and one culture that builds trust through transparency. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.

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