Staff Product Security Engineer

PTC; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PTC seeks a Staff Product Security Engineer to secure our SaaS apps, containers, and cloud infrastructure. You will develop cyber security requirements, assess risks, and review security policies while supporting the evolving SaaS security posture in a fast-paced team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering and product teams, hands-on security testing, and ongoing improvement of security practices and tooling within an innovative global company.

Qualifications

• US Citizen or Green Card holder based in the US required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in Application Security, Product Security, or Software Security Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of SSDLC practices.
• Hands-on experience with threat modeling, secure design reviews, and security assessments.
• In-depth understanding of OWASP Top 10 and OWASP API Top 10.
• Experience using SAST, DAST, SCA, and secrets scanning tools and CI/CD integration.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go.
• Experience securing mobile apps, offline data, and sync.
• Secure REST and event-driven APIs.
• Exposure to AI/ML security or model risk management.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME on Information Security for SaaS apps and cloud services.
• Identify and implement new security technologies and best practices.
• Review security test results and drive remediation measures.
• Reduce time-to-detect by automating threat intelligence and sensor data.
• Guide multi-disciplinary teams in implementing cybersecurity controls.
• Consult with engineering on secure cloud-based designs.
• Continuously update security practices, tooling, and documentation.

Skills

Information Security

Application Security

SSDLC

Threat modeling

Secure design reviews

API Security

SAST/DAST/SCA

CI/CD security

Java

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

Go

Cloud platforms

REST API security

Threat intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAST

DAST

SCA

Secrets scanning

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way. Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business.

Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow – all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible.

PTC enables global manufacturers to realize double-digit impact with software solutions that enable them to accelerate product and service innovation, improve operational efficiency, and increase workforce productivity. In combination with an extensive partner network, PTC provides customers flexibility in how its technology can be deployed to drive digital transformation – on premises, in the cloud, or via its pure SaaS platform. At PTC, we don’t just imagine a better world, we enable it.

Staff Product Security Engineer

You’ll be responsible for helping secure PTC by providing cyber security expertise in the analysis, assessment, development, and evaluation of security solutions and architectures to secure our SaaS applications, containers, operating systems, databases, and networks. Additionally, the Security Engineer assists in the development of cyber security requirements, conducts security risk assessments, evaluates security services and technologies, and reviews and documents information security policies and procedures as well as provides monitoring and oversight for alerts in this environment.

Our SaaS Security Team is small but growing. So, we all do what it takes and use all the skills in our personal arsenals to continue to evolve PTC’s SaaS Security posture. Our environment is fast, friendly, and dynamic.

Day-To-Day:

• Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on Information Security.




• Identify and implement new security technologies and best practices.




• Review security test results from vulnerability scans, penetration testing for true positives and propose appropriate remediation measures or mitigation controls.




• Reduce time-to-detect and time-to-remediate by driving the automation of applied threat intelligence and sensor enrichment.




• Guide and influence multi-disciplinary teams in implementing and operating Cyber Security controls.




• Consults with internal teams on engineering designs and development of cloud-based systems to ensure security is built-in.




• Learns with agility; empowered to update and enhance current security practices, tooling, and documentation.

Must Have

• US Citizen or Green Card holder based in the US required to meet ITAR Compliance and regulatory requirements.




• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of practical experience.




• 5+ years of experience in Application Security, Product Security, or Software Security Engineering.




• Strong knowledge ofSecure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)practices.




• Hands-on experience with threat modeling , secure design reviews , and application security assessments.




• In-depth understanding of OWASP Top 10 and OWASP API Top 10.




• Experience using SAST, DAST, SCA, and secrets scanning tools and integrating them in CI/CD.




• Proficiency in at least one programming language: Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go.




• Experience securing mobile applications , including offline data and sync workflows.




• Secure REST and event-drivenAPIs used by customers, partners, and internal services.




• Exposure to AI/ML security, responsible AI practices, or model risk management.




• Strong understanding of cloudplatforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).




• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with engineering and product teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience securing Salesforce-based applications (Apex, Lightning, Salesforce security model).




• Experience integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps).




• Familiarity with container and Kubernetes security.




• Knowledge ofOAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), JWT, and identity/security patterns.




• Experience withInfrastructure as Code (IaC)security (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM).




• Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments.




• Familiarity with ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, or FedRAMP frameworks.




• Security certifications such as GWAPT, OSWE, CSSLP, CISSP, or CCSP.

PTC carefully considers a widevarietyof factorswhendeterminingcompensation.Theanticipatedannual salary range for this positionisbetween$95,000-$125,000.The salary rangereflectsa good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting.Actualcompensationmay vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Additionally, candidates may be eligible fora performance-basedbonus.Employeesalsohavethe opportunity tobecome a PTC shareholder through our employee share purchase program(ESPP),which allowsfor thepurchaseofdiscounted PTC stock.Certainrolesmay also be eligible forparticipation in ourequity programs.Employees may be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and sick leave, tuition reimbursement 401(k) contributions and employer match, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage and,if you are an office-assigned employee,a generous commuter subsidy.All total rewards and benefits programs are subject to applicable planeligibilityand otherterms and conditions.

For more informationaboutPTC’s comprehensive benefits, pleasevisitour Careers Page.

PTC recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled.

At PTC, we believe in the power of diverse ideas and perspectives. As a global company that values and respects all identities, cultures, and perspectives, we strive to create an inclusive PTC for ALL through an environment where everyone feels like they belong and are empowered to bring their true, authentic selves to work. Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and hire without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

For more information about PTC’s comprehensive benefits and our AI usage, please visit our Careers Page (https://www.ptc.com/en/careers/united-states-careers). Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the opportunity is filled.

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If you share our passion for problem-solving through innovation, you’ll likely become just as passionate about the PTC experience as we are. Are you ready to explore your next career move with us?

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