Head of Security Engineering & Architecture

H-E-B; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

H-E-B is seeking a Manager of Security Engineering in Texas to lead a team responsible for defining and delivering security requirements across internal partners and external vendors. This role focuses on building and testing secure solutions, managing budgets, and guiding strategic security initiatives.

The position requires extensive experience in security leadership, application security, and cross‑functional influence, with a hybrid setup across San Antonio, Austin or Dallas areas.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in security roles.
• 5+ years leading Application Security teams.
• Experience with Architecture design decisions.
• Expert understanding of application security principles and best practices.
• Proficient with security assessment tools and techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of OWASP Top 10.
• Nice to have experience with NIST, PCI, or HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees security engineering teams consulting with internal partners and external vendors to implement security solutions.
• Controls budgeting, staffing, and prioritization to meet security objectives.
• Influences strategic plans and cross-functional collaboration with senior leaders.
• Ensures automation, monitoring, and compliance using enterprise best practices.
• Hires, develops, and evaluates security engineering staff and contractors.
• Drives alignment of security initiatives with total cost of ownership and vendor management.

Skills

Security experience

Lead app security teams

Architecture design

App security principles

Security assessment tools

OWASP Top 10

Compliance frameworks

Threat intelligence

Education

Bachelor in a relevant field

Tools

Job description

H-E-B is seeking a Manager of Security Engineering in Texas to lead a team responsible for defining and delivering security requirements across internal partners and external vendors. This role focuses on building and testing secure solutions, managing budgets, and guiding strategic security initiatives.

The position requires extensive experience in security leadership, application security, and cross‑functional influence, with a hybrid setup across San Antonio, Austin or Dallas areas.