Regional Field Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Regional Field Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

About the Company

Globally recognized provider of automated solutions for securing & managing open source software

Industry
Computer Software

Type
Public Company

Founded
2002

Employees
5001-10,000

Specialties

• open source security
• open source compliance
• open source risk
• open source scanning
• on-demand software audits
• open source vulnerability
• open source audits
• security risk assessments
• m&a due diligence
• vulnerability assessments
• it due diligence
• agentic appsec
• ai
• application security
• and application security testing

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Regional Field Chief Technology Officer to serve as a senior technical executive and trusted advisor, with a focus on application security and AI-driven platform capabilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for engaging with C-level and senior technical stakeholders at strategic accounts, leading technical engagements, and representing the company as a thought leader in the industry. This role requires a deep understanding of application security, enterprise architecture, and AI/ML concepts as applied to security, as well as the ability to translate complex technical information into clear narratives for both technical and executive audiences. Applicants must have a minimum of 15 years' experience in a senior technical leadership role, with a proven track record of influencing C-level and senior technical audiences. Domain expertise in application security, cloud/SaaS platforms, APIs, and security best practices is essential. The role also demands a practical understanding of AI/ML concepts, particularly as they relate to security, and the ability to engage in responsible AI practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for those holding an MBA or advanced degree, and a strong industry presence demonstrated through conference speaking, published thought leadership, and active contribution to technical communities. The position is customer-facing and requires the ability to travel up to 50%.

Hiring Manager Title
VP of Sales Engineering

Functions

• Sales/Revenue
• Product Marketing