Director, Product Security

Fifth Third Bank

Director of Product Security leading design and implementation of secure software development practices at Fifth Third. Collaborating across teams to ensure application and platform security.

Posted 6/7/2026full-timeCincinnati • Missouri, Ohio, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudMicroservicesSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the enterprise Secure Software Development Lifecycle (Secure SDLC) and Product Security program
Drive implementation of a world-class enterprise Product Security and Secure SDLC control framework within the existing IT Target Operating Model
Develop and track Product Security KPIs/KRIs
Ensure alignment of security controls across teams
Oversee execution of threat modeling and design security reviews for high-risk applications and APIs
Integrate security signals from various security teams to produce holistic application risk views
Drive risk-based prioritization by providing inputs into Agile backlogs
Facilitate collaboration across various security functions and the Chief Software Engineering organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

6-10 years of combined people leadership and hands-on experience
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent
Deep understanding of secure SDLC practices
Knowledge of modern application architectures (cloud-native, APIs, microservices, containers)
Familiarity with vulnerability management processes and enterprise remediation practices
Ability to operate effectively as a player-coach
Strong ability to influence across organizational boundaries without direct authority
Strong analytical skills to identify systemic issues across large application portfolios
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development
Incentive compensation plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

Secure Software Development LifecycleProduct Securitythreat modelingdesign security reviewsvulnerability managementcloud-native architectureAPIsmicroservicescontainersAgile methodologies

Soft Skills

people leadershipinfluenceanalytical skillscommunication skillspresentation skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationplayer-coach mentalityrisk-based prioritizationsystemic issue identification

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Information Systemsadvanced degree in Computer Scienceadvanced degree in Information Systems