Security Technical Program Manager, Threat Informed Defense

Minimal; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology firm is seeking a Security Technical Program Manager to enhance its security posture through strategic initiatives. This role involves leveraging insights from offensive security engagements and threat intelligence to proactively mitigate risks. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, implement robust security controls, and communicate program outcomes effectively. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly impact the security landscape, and help shape the future of secure technology solutions. If you're passionate about security and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Emotional and Mental Health Support Programs

Equity in the form of RSUs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in security program management or related role.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute security initiatives based on threat intelligence.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security controls.

Skills

Security Program Management

Offensive Security Practices

Threat Intelligence

Incident Response

Communication Skills

Collaboration with Technical Teams

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Equivalent years of experience in a related technical field

Tools

Google Cloud

AWS

Job description

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Security Technical Program Manager, Threat Informed Defense

Apply locations Los Angeles, California Palo Alto, California time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R0039771

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

Snap Engineering teams build fun and technically sophisticated products that reach hundreds of millions of Snapchatters around the world, every day. We’re deeply committed to the well-being of everyone in our global community, which is why our values are at the root of everything we do. We move fast, with precision, and always execute with privacy at the forefront.

We are seeking a Security Technical Program Manager (STPM) to join our Threat-Informed Defense organization (Offensive Security, Threat Intelligence, and Detection & Response). In this role, you’ll utilize insights from offensive security engagements, threat intelligence reporting, and incident response post-mortems to design, lead, and execute key security initiatives that strengthen Snap’s overall security posture. You’ll partner closely with cross-functional engineering teams to implement robust security controls, drive the adoption of secure platforms, and systematically reduce organizational risk.

What you’ll do:

• Convert insights from offensive security assessments, threat intelligence, and incident response into actionable security initiatives
• Design, lead, and execute strategic programs to proactively mitigate identified security risks
• Collaborate with engineers across various disciplines to integrate and operationalize security controls, promoting widespread adoption of secure solutions and best practices across the organization
• Establish clear, measurable metrics to demonstrate and track the performance and impact of offensive security, threat intelligence, detection engineering, and digital forensics capabilities, as well as security programs and initiatives
• Represent the organization internally and externally, effectively communicating program outcomes and educating stakeholders through clear, impactful storytelling
• Identify and deliver solutions to optimize or automate manual and inefficient processes

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Depth of security experience and familiarity with a broad range of information security concepts and principles
• Proven experience managing complex security programs and projects
• Strong understanding of offensive security practices, threat intelligence, and incident response processes
• Ability to effectively collaborate with technical teams and clearly communicate security priorities
• Experience driving adoption of security platforms and technologies in large-scale environments
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with mastery in the ability to tailor the message to the audience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent years of experience in a related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in the field of security program management or a related security role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with cloud-based services and infrastructure (Google Cloud, Workspace, AWS, etc.)
• Practical experience in a BeyondCorp model

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!

Compensation

In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.

Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): The base salary range for this position is $190,000-$284,000 annually.

Zone B: The base salary range for this position is $181,000-$270,000 annually.

Zone C: The base salary range for this position is $162,000-$241,000 annually.

This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.