Security Architect Lead

Salesforce

. Lead customer engagements by performing security assessments of web, mobile, API, cloud, and AI-enabled applications .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $150,100 - $227,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Application Security, including conducting security assessments, threat modeling, and secure code reviews. Proficient in developing security methodologies and tools while effectively communicating findings and remediation strategies to diverse stakeholders.

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Application Security AssessmentsThreat ModelingSecure Code ReviewsPenetration TestingCustomer-Facing Consulting Skills

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Hard Skills

Architecture ReviewsRisk EvaluationSecurity AutomationProgramming Languages (Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, C#)Security Vulnerabilities

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Security ToolingAssessment FrameworksCloud SecurityAI-Enabled Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceCybersecurityInformation Security

Industry Keywords

OWASP Top 10API Security Top 10ISO 27001SOC 2PCI DSSNIST CSFMITRE ATT&CK

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityJavaJavaScriptMicroservicesPythonTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead customer engagements by performing security assessments of web, mobile, API, cloud, and AI-enabled applications
Conduct architecture and design reviews, threat modeling, secure code reviews, and penetration testing
Identify attack vectors, evaluate business risk, and recommend security controls
Develop security assessment reports with findings, risk ratings, and remediation recommendations
Advise customers on remediation, security best practices, and improving application and service security posture
Collaborate with Professional Services to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle
Develop assessment methodologies, automation, and security tooling
Define technical security standards, reference architectures, and secure development guidelines
Research emerging technologies, attack techniques, and security vulnerabilities
Build customer relationships through technical leadership and consultative engagement
Mentor future team members and shape PSSA methodologies and culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Lead: 8+ years of experience in Application Security, Product Security, or Security Consulting
Hands-on experience performing application security assessments, including architecture and design reviews, threat modeling, secure code reviews, penetration testing, and cloud security reviews
Strong understanding of application security vulnerabilities and secure development practices, including the OWASP Top 10, API Security Top 10, and common attack techniques
Experience assessing web applications, APIs, microservices, containers, cloud-native environments, and AI-enabled applications
Experience communicating security findings, risk, and remediation guidance to technical and executive stakeholders
Strong customer-facing consulting skills
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, written, and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or C#
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related technical field — or equivalent practical experience
Experience assessing AI applications and agentic systems
Experience developing security automation, reusable assessment frameworks, or security tooling
Familiarity with ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, NIST CSF, and MITRE ATT&CK
Experience defining and communicating prioritized remediation plans
Experience mentoring security consultants or leading technical customer engagements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Time off programs
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Mental health support
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Employee stock purchasing program
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation
Certain roles may be eligible for equity
Reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process