GitLab · 12 hours ago
Staff Product Security Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $260K/yrGitLab is an open-core software company that develops an AI-powered DevSecOps Platform. They are seeking a Staff Product Security Architect to serve as a strategic security partner for GitLab’s Core DevOps organization, focusing on pipeline security, source code management, and identifying systemic security risks.
Cloud SecurityDeveloper ToolsDevOpsOpen SourceSaaS
Responsibilities
Serve as the dedicated security architect and strategic partner for Core DevOps functional leadership, developing deep understanding of their priorities, challenges, and roadmap
Lead security architecture and design work for strategic Core DevOps initiatives, providing clear direction and proactive guidance to cross-functional teams
Identify, assess, and drive reduction of systemic security risks in the Product Security Risk Register related to CI/CD pipelines, source code management, and DevOps workflows
Anticipate security challenges in upcoming Core DevOps initiatives and propose architectural solutions before they reach critical implementation phases
Coordinate with Application Security engineers to ensure comprehensive security review coverage, providing context and priority guidance for Core DevOps work
Conduct security architecture reviews for large strategic projects across Plan, Create, Verify, and Package stages
Develop and communicate security standards and patterns specific to CI/CD security, enabling teams to make sound security decisions independently
Collaborate with Security Research team members conducting proactive security exploration in the Core DevOps domain
Cultivate strong relationships with Core DevOps technical leadership to maintain visibility into major initiatives and drive security outcomes
Qualification
Required
Deep expertise in CI/CD pipeline security, including runner isolation, secrets management, artifact security, and supply chain attack prevention
Strong understanding of source code management security, including merge request workflows, code review security, branch protection, and access control patterns
Proven experience securing DevOps toolchains and identifying systemic risks in continuous integration and delivery systems
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with engineering leadership and influence technical direction through expertise and collaboration
Track record of proactive security architecture work - identifying risks before they become incidents and designing preventive solutions
Strong background in application security with expertise in authentication/authorization, injection attacks, privilege escalation, and multi-tenant isolation
Experience translating complex security concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for technical audiences
Ability to operate strategically while remaining technically hands-on when needed
Preferred
Experience with container registry and package management security
Cryptographic systems and key management (SLSA framework)
GraphQL security
AI-augmented development workflows
Government security requirements (FedRAMP, NIST 800-171)
Security standards and frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS)
Quantifying risk with security metrics or Key Risk Indicators
Benefits
Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
Flexible Paid Time Off
Team Member Resource Groups
Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Growth and Development Fund
Parental leave
Home office support
Company
GitLab
GitLab is a web-based Git repository manager that offers a variety of features for software development teams.
Founded in 2014
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$413.5MKey Investors
Goldman Sachs,ICONIQ GrowthICONIQ GrowthGoogle Ventures
2021-10-14IPO
2019-09-17Series E· $268M
2018-09-19Series D· $100M
Leadership Team
Bill Staples
Chief Executive Officer
Sytse Sijbrandij
Co-founder and Executive Chair
Recent News
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