Security Technical Program Manager

Location: Bellevue, United States | Los Angeles, Canada | Palo Alto, Canada | Seattle, United States

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full time

About Snap Inc

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

About the Role

Snap Inc is a camera company that believes AR and visual storytelling will transform how the world communicates. Our products—Snapchat, Lens Studio, and Spectacles—empower hundreds of millions to express themselves creatively, live in the moment, and innovate with AR. As a Security Technical Program Manager on our Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team, you'll safeguard this vibrant ecosystem by building a mature cybersecurity framework that protects our global community without stifling creativity. You'll drive security into every lens, snap, and spectacle, ensuring privacy is at the heart of our fast-moving engineering culture. In this role, you'll partner with AR engineers, product teams, and creative studios to embed security best practices into development cycles, making compliance seamless and safeguards intuitive. You'll launch enterprise-wide programs with high adoption, leveraging metrics to prove impact on protecting user data in real-time camera experiences. From automating inefficient processes to leading high-stakes projects independently, you'll remove roadblocks and influence stakeholders across Snap to prioritize security amid our 'move fast with precision' ethos. We're seeking a driven leader with deep security expertise who thrives in innovative environments like ours. You'll collaborate with teams building the next wave of AR glasses and Lens creations, delivering measurable security wins that align with Snap's mission. Join us to protect the fun, foster trust, and enable boundless creativity—because at Snap, security powers the magic of human connection.

What You'll Do

• Embed security and privacy by default into Snap's camera-driven products, AR innovations, and creative workflows to protect hundreds of millions of Snapchatters
• Partner with Engineering, Product, and AR teams to drive adoption of security best practices, tools, and architectures with measurable outcomes
• Build and scale company-wide security and privacy programs with high adoption rates across Snapchat, Lens Studio, and Spectacles
• Develop and track metrics to provide actionable insights into security program effectiveness
• Identify and deliver optimizations or automations for manual security processes in a high-velocity environment
• Lead major security projects independently, removing ambiguity and ensuring success amid Snap's fast-paced culture
• Collaborate with internal security teams, product groups, and global partners to safeguard user data in real-time AR experiences
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize security in every product decision and release cycle
• Generate reports and dashboards that highlight security posture for leadership, tying back to Snap's mission of fun, expressive communication
• Champion privacy in camera and AR technologies, ensuring compliance while fostering creativity and innovation

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience
• 6+ years of experience in security advisory, technical program management, or security solution delivery
• Proven experience running critical security programs with measurable impact
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering teams to drive large-scale security projects
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to influence teams and stakeholders without direct authority
• Depth of knowledge in information security concepts, principles, and frameworks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing NIST CSF 2.0, NIS2, or ISO 27001 frameworks
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent
• Background in tech companies focused on consumer-facing products like social media or AR platforms
• Familiarity with privacy regulations in camera and AR technologies
• Experience automating security processes in fast-paced, innovative environments

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Deep expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and principles
• Technical program management in security domains
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineers and product teams
• Metrics-driven decision making and reporting
• Process automation and optimization
• Independent project leadership in ambiguous environments
• Stakeholder influence and persuasion
• Exceptional communication, verbal and written
• Audience-tailored messaging
• Familiarity with privacy in consumer tech
• Experience with AR or camera-based technologies
• Risk assessment and compliance management
• Data analysis for security insights
• Agile methodologies in fast-paced settings
• Problem-solving in high-impact scenarios

Our Benefits

• Paid parental leave to support family life
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Emotional and mental health support programs
• Competitive compensation packages with equity in the form of RSUs
• Flexible paid time off and wellness stipends
• Onsite perks including meals, fitness facilities, and creative spaces
• Professional development opportunities in a innovative tech environment
• 401(k) matching and financial planning resources
• Community events fostering Snap's creative culture

Compensation

$190,000-$284,000 annually

This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.

"Default Together" Policy: At Snap Inc, we practice a "default together" approach and expect team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.