Security Engineering Manager

Job Overview We don't simply hire employees. We invest in them. When you work at Chatham, we empower you - offering professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career, no matter if you've been here for five months or 15 years. Chatham has worked hard to create a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity, and client service. You will have immediate opportunities to partner with talented subject matter experts, work on complex projects, and contribute to the value Chatham delivers every day. We are seeking a Security Engineering Manager to lead and evolve our security engineering function within a growing financial risk and advisory SaaS business. This role is ideal for an engineering‑first leader who thrives in a hands‑on environment and is motivated to build, scale, and mature security capabilities in a cloud‑native platform. Responsibilities Lead and grow the Security Engineering function, starting as a player‑coach and scaling the team over time Design, build, and implement security controls across Azure‑based cloud infrastructure, containerized environments, and .NET applications Establish and mature cloud security and application security practices, including secure architecture patterns and threat modeling Secure the software development lifecycle (SDLC) by integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows Own and manage third‑party penetration testing, including vendor coordination, scope definition, and remediation tracking Develop and deliver secure coding training and guidance to engineering teams, driving adoption of best practices Build and maintain auditable security controls aligned with SOC 2 requirements, partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external auditors Collaborate cross‑functionally with Engineering, DevOps, and Compliance to embed security into the development and delivery process Evaluate, implement, and operate security tooling, with a focus on automation and scalability (shifting from building to optimizing over time) Implement and manage cloud security scanning and posture management, including continuous monitoring for misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and drift across Azure environments Identify and address emerging risks related to AI/LLM usage, including vulnerability management, secure integration practices, and guidance for engineering teams adopting AI capabilities Remain hands‑on to dive into technical challenges, review architecture, and contribute directly when needed Success Metrics – First 12 Months Strengthened and matured cloud and application security practices across the organization Implemented robust policy scanning and vulnerability management practices Implemented effective security controls within CI/CD pipelines and development workflows Established and maintained robust, auditable controls aligned to SOC 2 requirements Requirements 7+ years of experience in security engineering, with a strong foundation in software or cloud engineering Proven experience leading or mentoring engineers, with a desire to build and scale a team Deep hands‑on expertise in cloud security (Azure required; AWS familiarity preferred) Experience securing modern application stacks, including .NET applications and containerized environments Strong understanding of application security principles, including secure coding practices, threat modeling, and common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10) Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and developer tooling Familiarity with SOC 2 controls, including designing and implementing auditable technical controls and working with auditors Experience managing or working with third‑party penetration testing vendors Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically Experience with security tooling such as SAST, DAST, container scanning, and cloud security posture management (CSPM) Excellent collaboration and communication skills, particularly in working with engineering teams Compensation & Benefits For Denver based candidates, the compensation range for the position is expected to be between $155,000 and $180,000 annually. Total compensation, including base pay, discretionary individual bonus and company bonus, may be higher than range listed, depending on applicant's skills, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, 401k, EAP, paid holidays and paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr