DevSecOps Tech Lead
4 days ago• Charlotte, NC
Dallas, TXMalvern, PA
Core Responsibilities
- Lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide Software Composition Analysis (SCA) and software supply chain security strategy across all applications and platforms.
- Own end-to-end open-source risk management, including vulnerability detection, prioritization, and remediation of third-party dependencies.
- Define and enforce security policies aligned with industry standards such as OWASP and NIST (SSDF), ensuring secure software development practices.
- Integrate SCA tooling into CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows to enable automated, shift-left security controls.
- Drive implementation and adoption of Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) standards (e.g., Cyclone,DX, SPDX) for full dependency visibility.
- Secure the software supply chain by implementing controls for artifact integrity, provenance, and signed builds, aligned with OpenSSF frameworks (e.g., SLSA).
- Lead response and mitigation efforts for critical supply chain vulnerabilities (e.g., zero-day dependency risks), ensuring rapid impact analysis and remediation.
- Establish governance over artifact repositories and package registries, enforcing version control, trusted sources, and secure publishing practices.
- Define and track key security metrics (e.g., vulnerability MTTR, coverage, policy compliance) and present insights to senior leadership.
- Mentor a team of security engineers while partnering with engineering, DevOps, and product teams to drive scalable, developer-friendly security solutions.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Hands-on experience deploying and operating SCA/SAST tools, including onboarding, auth setup, and CI/CD integration
- Experience with additional AppSec tools (Secret Scanning, IAST, DAST, etc.)
- Strong understanding of modern application development and delivery (IDEs, repos, CI/CD, cloud, containers, serverless)
- Working knowledge of NIST, OWASP, and MITRE frameworks
- AppSec, DevSecOps, cloud, or development certifications a plus
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-177205
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-02T20:26:23
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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