Director Software Engineering (Cloud Security)

About the role

HPE Networking is seeking a Director of Cloud Security to lead cloud security for large-scale AWS and GCP environments. The role reports to the Sr Director, CloudOps and Security and defines and executes the security operations strategy while building teams that protect HPE Networking cloud assets. It is an onsite position based at an HPE office, and the incumbent leads security operations for AI-powered SaaS platforms on cloud-native architectures, acting as a senior member of the security leadership team.

Key responsibilities

• Define and lead a unified security operations strategy for cloud security of SaaS products, and mature the cloud security posture management program
• Partner with Corporate Security, Engineering, Product Management, IT, Legal and Executive Leadership to align security priorities with organizational goals
• Ensure measurable outcomes and accountability for cloud security across SaaS products, and maintain compliance with programs such as PCI-DSS, ISO 27001/2 and SOC 2
• Evaluate designs, review security architecture, investigate incidents, audit IAM configurations and prototype solutions
• Advise leadership on security risks and the threat landscape, and lead response and communication during major security incidents

Required profile

• 10+ years in cybersecurity, with 3+ years leading multiple teams or managers
• Experience building or maturing security programs and operational capabilities
• Proven decision-maker able to act decisively during critical incidents, with the ability to work autonomously
• Experience leading teams through major security incidents

Required skills

• Deep expertise in securing AWS and/or GCP cloud services
• Experience securing Kubernetes infrastructure and virtual machines using IaC
• Knowledge of encryption standards, IAM, RBAC, security protocols, WAF and CIS benchmarking
• Strong technical background with the ability to read and write code (Python preferred)