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As a Lead, Dev SecOps , you will own pipeline security, Cisco AI Defense operations, and code hardening practices across the development estate. You will partner with Engineering and Software Development to embed security into every stage of software delivery while operationalizing runtime AI protection for customer-facing LLM features. Oversee a virtual team comprised of dedicated Dev SecOps members and shared resources from other teams. Build a security champions network across development teams and serve as a technical advisor to the AI Governance Committee.
This is a hybrid role in Charlotte, NC
This is a technical leadership role that requires hands-on technical depth, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to build a program from the ground up.
What you'll do:
Pipeline Security & Code Hardening
Own the end-to-end application security pipeline: SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets detection, IaC scanning, and container scanning across the Enterprise code estate
Define and enforce control gates
Manage the pipeline gating philosophy
Own the exception register, including time-bound exceptions with named compensating controls and expiry dates
Drive migration of production code into Enterprise GitHub to enable uniform scanning, gating, and provenance tracking
Partner with technical leaders on activity reviews, finding burn-down, gate friction, and release-level blockers
Establish provenance tagging for AI-generated and third-party code so it passes the same gates as enterprise code
Analyze modern and legacy programming languages
Oversee DevSecOps tie-ins with suppliers performing development activity
AI Defense & Operations
Operationalize Cisco AI Defense and Multi-Cloud Defense across the major public cloud providers
Operate Cisco AI Defense across the four major capabilities: Model & App Validation (algorithmic red-teaming with gate evidence), Runtime Protection (prompt injection, jailbreak, data exfiltration filtering), Knowledge Security (data loss prevention and control), and Cloud & Asset Visibility (AI inventory across AWS/GCP/Azure/Oracle)
Serve as a technical advisor to the AIGC, delivering validation reports, AI SBOMs, and risk inputs
Define and enforce AI guardrails policy including data classification enforcement, prompt injection defense, output safety controls, and agent action/tool-use limits partnering with development and product teams
Oversee the phased AI Defense deployment roadmap from foundation through full enforcement
Oversee IAM and SSO integrations with both internally developed and SaaS tools
Coordinate with SecOps on incident response and playbook development related to DevSecOps and AI security
Consult on shadow AI discovery and employee AI tool usage
AI Defense & Operations
Lead the DevSecOps Analyst, setting priorities, developing skills, and reviewing work quality
Coordinate the engineering resources on pipeline engineering, tool administration, and cloud posture work
Build and sustain a security champions network with champions in each development team, providing coaching, training, and support
Deliver OWASP-aligned secure code training (Top 10, API Top 10, LLM Top 10, Code Hardening) and role-based / language-based deep dives for development teams
Facilitate DevSecOps working sessions, leadership syncs, and executive reporting
Publish program metrics regularly
Partner with Sourcing to oversee supplier relationships tied to DevSecOps
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, software engineering, or comparable work experience
7+ years of experience in application security, DevSecOps, DevOps, or security engineering roles
Proven track record of building or significantly maturing a pipeline security program (SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets, containers)
Hands-on experience integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar)
Strong understanding of modern software development practices such as Git workflows, containerization, infrastructure as code, and cloud-native architectures
Experience defining and enforcing security gates in a development pipeline without creating undue friction
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving development, infrastructure, and security teams
Experience mentoring junior security team members
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical findings and program status to executive audiences
Advanced organizational skills, ability to successfully manage multiple tasks/incidents
Experience with Snyk, Burp Suite, Aikido, or similar SAST/DAST/SCA platforms
Familiarity with AI/ML security concepts: prompt injection, model validation, AI supply chain risk
Experience with Cisco AI Defense or similar AI runtime protection platforms
CISSP, CSSLP, GWEB, GWAPT, or comparable work experience
Experience with OWASP frameworks (Top 10, API Top 10, ASVS, SAMM)
Familiarity with scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar) for pipeline integration
Experience operating in a partnership-first model with development teams rather than a gate-and-block approach
Preferred: PHP, RPG, JavaScript experience
Why join us?
We don't just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
Paid Parental Leave
United Compassion Fund (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/culture)
Employee Discount Program
Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
Paid Sick Leave
An inclusive and welcoming culture (https://jobs.unitedrentals.com/about-us/inclusion)
Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings (http://unitedrentalsbenefits.com/)
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United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
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