Senior Security Engineer / Legal Tech Program Manager

JetBrains is a company focused on developing developer tools since 2000. The role is within the Security team, working on securing tools used by millions of developers worldwide.

• At least five years of experience in information security, technical program management, or a related field with significant customer-facing or collaborative internal roles.
• Native-like fluency in English to clearly articulate complex security concepts to lawyers and developers.
• Ability to understand and communicate legal and technical aspects, including reviewing security annexes and regulatory requirements.
• Strong technical background in information security or software engineering to engage credibly with technical teams.
• Experience with security compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001), privacy laws (e.g., GDPR), or emerging tech regulations.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering complex technical projects across multiple teams or departments.
• Commitment to transparency and providing truthful information in legal and customer-facing contexts.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with AI-related regulatory frameworks or emerging cyber laws.
• Experience in public speaking or representing a security team at industry conferences.
• Background in privacy engineering or technical GRC roles.

Cross-departmental collaboration:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the Security team and other business units, translating complex security requirements into actionable, well-managed plans.

Customer communication:

• Serve as a technical authority during high-stakes customer calls, security reviews, and incident responses, ensuring clients receive accurate and truthful information.

Cross-departmental governance:

• Drive security initiatives that align product security and infrastructure teams with evolving legal and regulatory landscapes such as AI regulations and data privacy.

Project and program management:

• Lead cross-departmental security initiatives, ensuring alignment between Security, Legal, and Compliance teams with the broader organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants regardless of background, identity, religion, age, accessibility needs, or orientation.