VP Security Guardian, Product Security

State Street

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Quincy, MABerwyn, PAPrinceton, NJClifton, NJ
Salary
$120,000–$202,500 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Jul 25, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $161k
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This role pays less than 73% of similar roles. Most pay $160,337–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $161k versus about $191k for comparable roles.

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About State Street

State Street Corporation is one of the world''s largest custodian banks and asset managers, providing investment servicing, investment management, and investment research to institutional investors. Industry: Financial Services & Asset Custody

State Street currently has 162 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $120,000–$188,750 across 160 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · VP Security Guardian, Product Security

The sought-after Vice President of Product Security will serve as a strategic security guardian for engineering and platform teams, focusing on reducing technical risk through proactive engagement. This hands-on role involves conducting thorough security assessments at various levels using threat modeling and vulnerability analysis to identify design flaws and misconfigurations. The candidate will design embedded security controls such as secure identity management and cryptographic protections, ensuring they are effectively implemented in cloud environments. They must continuously validate these controls with engineering teams and provide actionable guidance to leadership on complex security issues. Ideal candidates have deep expertise in multiple advanced security domains like multi-cloud security and Agentic AI security, along with strong technical skills in network security and cryptography. Proficiency in DevSecOps practices and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels are crucial for success in this fast-paced environment within a financial services context.

What you'll do

  • Conduct security assessments using threat modeling and vulnerability analysis to identify design flaws.
  • Design and recommend embedded security controls for system architectures in cloud environments.
  • Validate the implementation of security controls with engineering teams to ensure effectiveness in production.
  • Influence early-stage product development by reviewing architecture and code paths to build secure systems.
  • Provide technical security guidance to senior leadership, translating complex principles into clear engineering decisions.
  • Demonstrate expertise in advanced security domains like multi-cloud security and threat modeling.
  • Embed security into agile environments through DevSecOps practices and automated testing.

What we're looking for

  • At least 7+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience focusing on product and cloud security.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technical field required; CISSP, CISM certifications preferred.
  • Deep expertise in at least three advanced security domains such as threat modeling, secure architecture, and cryptography.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with engineering teams using an embedded security engagement model.
  • Strong hands-on experience conducting security assessments and designing embedded security controls for cloud environments.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging both technical and business stakeholders effectively.

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