8+ years in hands-on, senior security roles within engineering or software development. Hands-on experience securing web applications. Experience designing secure solutions. Experience providing security feedback on design documentation and code reviews. Contributed to company-level security strategy. Owned security programs end-to-end (e.g., SDLC security, vulnerability management, threat modeling). Desire to directly manage and mentor 1-3 security software engineers. Played a significant role in hiring security professionals. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience working with functional leaders, product management, engineers, IT, and non-technical staff. Independently executed broad security initiatives (infrastructure, application, automating controls).