BetterHelp

BetterHelp

Head of Security Engineering

US - Remote · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$250k-$300kDetected 54 days ago
Distributed SystemsCode ReviewMachine LearningPenetration TestingHIPAALeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • Our network of over 30,000 licensed therapists has helped millions of people take ownership of their mental health and change their lives forever.
  • As the Head of Security at BetterHelp, you'll join a diverse team of licensed clinicians, engineers, product pros, creatives, marketers, and business leaders who share a passion for expanding access to therapy.
  • We deeply invest in our team's well-being and professional development, because we know that business and individual growth go hand-in-hand.

Responsibilities

  • The chance to build something that changes lives - and that people love
  • Experience building and operating security programs for large-scale cloud, distributed systems, or consumer platforms.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of security leadership experience
  • 10+ years of experience in security engineering
  • Experience working across or leading Red team, Blue team / SecOps, or Application Security
  • Experience setting strategy, managing roadmaps, and delivering measurable security outcomes across multiple teams.
  • Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on
  • Experience working in fast-paced environments with frequent releases
  • Experience with AI/ML security or emerging attack vectors

Compensation

  • Partner closely with Engineering to embed security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Strengthen processes around vulnerability management, detection, and response
  • Build and improve offensive security tooling and capabilities, complementing external programs like Bugcrowd
  • Help reduce technical debt and improve system resilience through proactive security practices
  • Identify and address emerging threats, including AI security risks
  • Mentor and guide a strong team, setting a high bar for technical rigor and impact

Benefits

  • Holistic perks program (including free therapy, employee wellness, and more)
  • Excellent health, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
  • Bonus (Great to have, but not required)

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