Senior Director, Product Security

1Password

. Lead and mature the Product Security function at 1Password .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United States, CanadaSenior💰 $272,000 - $408,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates deep expertise in Application Security, Privacy Engineering, and Secure SDLC programs while leading and maturing security functions. Proven ability to embed security practices into engineering processes and influence product development across teams.

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Application SecurityPrivacy EngineeringSecure SDLC ProgramsTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

CryptographyVulnerability RemediationSecure Coding PracticesThreat ModelingCode AnalysisSoftware DevelopmentGoRuby On RailsPythonShell Scripting

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationMentoringFostering Psychological Safety

Tools & Technologies

Security LibrariesCryptographic LibrariesCI/CD PipelinesDashboardsMetrics Reporting

Industry Keywords

Product SecuritySecurity ResearchEmerging ThreatsHigh-Growth TechnologyAI Capabilities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRubyRuby on RailsSDLCShell ScriptingGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and mature the Product Security function at 1Password
Set strategy, build and scale programs, and partner with engineering, product, and security leadership to reduce risk while enabling innovation
Oversee Application Security and the software development lifecycle program
Lead Data and Device Security, including cryptography, cryptographic libraries, secrets management, security libraries, frameworks, vulnerability remediation, and security standards
Build and mature Privacy Engineering systems, controls, data management practices, and compliance
Oversee Security Research activities, identify emerging threats and attack vectors, drive original research, and publish findings responsibly
Manage and develop a team of security professionals and managers through 1-1s, performance feedback, career development, and hiring
Define and drive company-wide Product Security strategy and establish metrics, reporting, and dashboards
Develop secure coding practices, threat modeling, security reviews, and code analysis with emphasis on AI adoption
Embed security into the SDLC and CI/CD pipelines from design to deployment
Partner with Product, Engineering, Security, executives, and board-level stakeholders to balance security with business priorities
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CISO and report directly to the CISO
Represent Product Security in executive and board-level discussions
Mentor and develop a high-performing security team
Engage with the broader security community and bring research insights into product security programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

9+ years of progressive experience in security, with at least 5+ years leading security teams/programs at scale
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related fields; or equivalent work experience
Deep expertise in Application Security, Privacy, and Secure SDLC programs
Experience overseeing Security Research activities and engaging the security research community
Strong track record of embedding security and privacy into engineering processes and influencing product development
Proven experience leading security teams in high-growth technology or security-focused companies
Excellent communication skills with ability to convey complex security issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executives and boards
Experience leading security initiatives that support and/or incorporate AI capabilities
Demonstrated software development experience with Go, Ruby on Rails, shell scripting, Python, or other languages
Experience collaborating across internal business or engineering units, external incident response teams, and research teams
Thought leader with visibility in the security community, including public speaking, open-source contributions, or bug bounty engagement (a strong plus)
Ability to foster psychological safety and stability in high-stress environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Dental benefits
401k
RRSP
Generous paid time off
Equity grant
Incentive programs
Maternity and parental leave top-up programs
RSU program for most employees
Retirement matching program
Free 1Password account
Paid volunteer days
Peer-to-peer recognition through Bonusly
Remote-first work environment
In-person engagement, including offsites, team meetings, and customer/industry events