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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