Senior Manager, Security Assurance Engineering

Box is seeking a Senior Manager of Security Assurance Engineering to lead a team dedicated to enhancing the security of our core products through an engineering-first approach. This role involves understanding Box's complex product ecosystem to identify critical security risks and develop scalable, automated controls that facilitate rapid, secure innovation.

The successful candidate will lead and expand a team of security engineers, embedding application security into the product lifecycle through engineering rigor and automation. Responsibilities include developing deep expertise in Box's diverse product platforms, collaborating with product and engineering leaders to prioritize high-impact security initiatives, and driving actionable security guidance that empowers engineering teams to reduce risk without hindering development velocity. Additionally, the role involves championing automation and tooling to streamline security assurance activities such as design reviews, threat modeling, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.

Candidates should have experience leading application security functions with a strong foundation in offensive security practices and secure software development. They must be skilled at balancing security rigor with product velocity, adept at managing distributed teams, and possess excellent communication skills to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable guidance. Deep knowledge of modern application architectures, cloud environments, and security testing methodologies is essential, along with hands-on experience in penetration testing, threat modeling, and conducting secure design reviews.

Box offers a competitive salary range of $245,000 to $270,000 per year, along with equity and comprehensive benefits. Employees are expected to work from their assigned office a minimum of three days per week, focusing on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Joining Box means becoming part of a company that values community and in-person collaboration. Boxers are encouraged to bring their unique and diverse experiences to the team, contributing to a culture that empowers individuals to innovate, succeed, and grow.