Principal Field Security Engineer (US)

VulnU; United States; Remote; USD 203,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Learning budget

Equity

16 weeks parental leave

Retirement match

Job summary

GitLab is seeking a Principal Field Security Engineer (US) to tackle complex customer security challenges at the intersection of architecture and business needs. You will guide customers on security controls, assist with security questionnaires, and enable field teams to address risk in enterprise deals.

You will build security content, contribute to policies, and collaborate with Legal, Sales, Product, and Engineering to close deals while maintaining trust and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of information security experience, including customer-facing roles.
• Deep expertise in security frameworks and standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001/27017/27018/42001, FedRAMP, NIST CSF).
• Experience with GDPR, CCPA, DORA, EU AI Act.
• Proven track record in contract negotiation and security/privacy reviews.
• Ability to translate complex security concepts for diverse audiences and create security content.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary security contact for enterprise customers and prospects.
• Lead contract reviews and negotiate security-related terms with Legal, Sales, Product, and Procurement teams.
• Develop security content, templates, and playbooks for field teams.
• Provide thought leadership and drive security-related initiatives and training.
• mentor and guide Security Assurance team members.

Skills

Security engineering

Customer engagement

Contract negotiation

Regulatory frameworks

Cloud security

Technical writing

Education

CISSP

CISA

CISM

CCSP

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor

CIPP/CIPM

Job description

# Principal Field Security Engineer (US)GitLab · gitlab.comCategory: GRC & ComplianceLocation: RemoteLevel: Staff / Principal## Quality of lifeWhat the posting states. Hover or tap a perk to see the line it came from.* Flexible PTO* Learning budget* Equity* 16 weeks parental leave* Retirement matchGitLab is the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps. GitLab enables organizations to increase developer productivity, improve operational efficiency, reduce security and compliance risk, and accelerate digital transformation. More than 50 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100\\* trust GitLab to ship better, more secure software faster.The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co-create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software.\\*Fortune 500 is a registered trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, used under license. Claim based on GitLab data. Fortune 100 refers to the top 20% ranked companies in the 2025 Fortune 500 list, published in June 2025. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of GitLab.An overview of the roleGitLab is seeking an experienced Principal Field Security Engineer to tackle complex customer security challenges at the intersection of technical architecture and business requirements. In this role, you'll apply deep security expertise to answer technical questions, assess contract requirements, and enable GitLab’s Sales and field organizations to address security problems for enterprise customers. You'll work directly with customers and internal teams to provide technical guidance, create security content, and help customers understand how GitLab's security controls meet their compliance and risk management needs.What you'll do:Customer Engagement AssuranceServe as the primary security point of contact for enterprise customer questions, requests, and concernsJoin customer and prospect meetings to provide expert guidance on GitLab’s security practices and controls in order to address security, privacy, and compliance requirementsBuild and maintain templates, playbooks, fallback positions, and training that simplify and accelerate negotiationsFacilitate customer assurance activities through our Customer Assurance Activities Service DeskProvide escalation support for complex security questionnaires, RFPs, and risk assessmentsContract Legal ReviewPerform comprehensive contract reviews for both customer agreements and vendor relationshipsAnalyze security and compliance clauses in legal documentsProvide risk-based recommendations and remediation guidance for contractual security requirementsPartner with Legal, Sales, Product, and Procurement teams to negotiate security-related contract terms. Manage escalations, collaborate across other teams, and develop solutions to enable team and business partners to close dealsDocument and track contract-related security obligationsSecurity Evangelism Thought LeadershipAct as a trusted technical thought leader, developing internal and external security content such as blog posts, whitepapers, technical standards, and field sales enablement training materialsKeep abreast of the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape affecting our agreements. Identify, track, and facilitate solutions for security related customer trends and improvement areasBuild and strengthen GitLab's security brand within the industryStrategic InitiativesMaintain and enhance GitLab's Trust Center and self-service security resourcesProvide strategic recommendations based on customer security concerns in support of revenue growthParticipate in Quarterly Business Reviews to inform product and security roadmap decisionsMentor and provide guidance to Security Assurance team membersDrive continuous improvement of Field Security processes and documentationDesign and implement solutions to enable Sales facing teams to successfully discuss security problems and topics with customersWhat you'll bring:10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in customer-facing security rolesDeep expertise in security frameworks and standards such as (SOC 2, ISO 27001/27017/27018/42001, FedRAMP, NIST CSF, etc.)Expertise in law and regulation such as (GDPR, CCPA, DORA, EU AI Act)Proven track record of contract negotiation and security/privacy agreement reviewsExceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiencesExperience creating security content (blogs, whitepapers, presentations)Strong understanding of cloud security, SaaS security models, and DevSecOps practicesExperience working cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, Product, and Engineering teamsAbility to balance security risk with business objectivesExperience speaking at conferences is a plusPreferred: One or more relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CCSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, or CIPP/CIPM. Equivalent demonstrated experience is equally valued.Due to government requirements, you must be a United States Citizen (defined as any individual who is a citizen of the United States by law, birth, or naturalization) to fill this position.About the teamThe Security Assurance organization helps GitLab build and maintain trust by strengthening how we approach security, compliance, and risk. Security Governance sits within it and owns customer trust, security awareness, policies and standards, and other governance functions. Our counterparts are Security Compliance, Security Risk, and GRC Engineering.You will join a small team of four direct reports under the Director, where each person has broad scope and visible impact. We work remote-first and asynchronously, and we write things down and share them openly, so you'll draft and revise policies and standards in the open with input from Security, Legal, Product, and Engineering.The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of the United States only. This range is intended to reflect the role's base salary rate in locations throughout the US. 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, alignment with market data, and geographic location. The base salary range does not include any bonuses, equity, or benefits. 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.United States Salary Range$203,200 $285,000 USDHow GitLab Supports Full-Time EmployeesBenefits to support your health, finances, and well-beingFlexible Paid Time OffTeam Member Resource GroupsEquity Compensation Employee Stock Purchase PlanGrowth and Development FundParental LeavePlease 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.Country Hiring Guidelines: GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements. 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GitLab will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. See also GitLab’s EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process.