AVP, Product Security Architect
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on129 West Trade, 129, West Trade Street, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States
About the Team
Synchrony is a leading financial services company dedicated to providing innovative solutions that empower customers to achieve their financial goals. Our platform group operates at the intersection of finance and technology, serving millions of users through a robust application and SaaS ecosystem. We are committed to building a future where security is not an afterthought but a foundational element of our product strategy, ensuring resilience and compliance at scale.
About the Role
As an AVP, Product Security Architect, you will provide enterprise-level leadership across our application landscape. Operating at the L11 scope, your mission is to set direction, define standards, and drive adoption of security practices across multiple portfolios. You will partner closely with product and engineering leaders to embed security into the DNA of our software delivery, moving beyond "bolted-on" measures to create secure-by-design, resilient systems.
In this role, you will lead the definition of our Application Security Blueprint, establishing reference architectures and engineering guardrails that enable teams to design and deliver software with confidence. You will act as a strategic partner and coach, influencing roadmaps and operating models to ensure security requirements are met without hindering velocity. Your work will directly impact how we handle threat modeling, API security, service-to-service controls, and secure SDLC practices, ensuring that our engineering teams have clear, paved roads for secure development.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this role will engage in a structured interview process designed to assess both technical depth and strategic influence. The process typically includes:
- Initial Screening: A conversation with a recruiter to discuss background and role alignment.
- Technical Deep-Dive: A detailed discussion on architecture patterns, threat modeling methodologies, and security frameworks.
- Leadership & Strategy: An interview with senior leadership to evaluate cross-team influence and strategic vision.
- Final Review: A team fit assessment and offer discussion.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
Synchrony is committed to building an inclusive culture where individual skills, experience, and voices are not only heard but valued. We are proud to have an award-winning culture where more than 50% of our workforce is engaged in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), offering a safe space to learn and grow.
We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are dedicated to reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require special accommodations, please contact our Career Support Line at 1-866-301-5627.
Note: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required for this position. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas.
Work location
Work model: On-site
129 West Trade, 129, West Trade Street, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States
Charlotte, North Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSet product security architecture direction for assigned portfolios
- check_circleOwn and evolve the Application Security Blueprint and standards
- check_circleLead architecture governance including design reviews and remediation plans
- check_circleDrive threat modeling at scale for high-risk initiatives
- check_circleDefine and standardize API security architectures and patterns
- check_circleEstablish service-to-service security controls for distributed systems
- check_circleEnable secure SDLC and platform controls with engineering teams
- check_circleTrack measurable outcomes and provide executive-level reporting
- check_circleMentor engineers and architects to elevate secure design skills
Requirements
- verified7+ years in security architecture/engineering
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
- verifiedLegal authorization to work in the U.S.
- verifiedCISSP, CCSP, or CSSLP certification (preferred)
- verifiedAbility to travel for business
- verifiedMust be 18 years or older
Nice to Have
CISSP, CCSP, or CSSLP certifications; familiarity with threat modeling tooling, API gateways, policy enforcement, identity and federation (SSO, SAML, OIDC), application security testing (SAST/DAST/SCA/secret scanning), CI/CD tooling (e.g., GitHub/Jenkins), vulnerability management platforms, logging/monitoring, service mesh/mTLS patterns, and secrets management solutions.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Cissp, CCSP, CSSLP, Threat Modeling, Api Security, Saml, Oidc, Sso, Sast, Dast.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about AVP, Product Security Architect at Synchrony
What does a AVP, Product Security Architect at Synchrony do?expand_more
In this AVP, Product Security Architect at Synchrony role, you will set product security architecture direction for assigned portfolios; own and evolve the application security blueprint and standards; lead architecture governance including design reviews and remediation plans; and drive threat modeling at scale for high-risk initiatives.
What are the requirements for this AVP, Product Security Architect role?expand_more
Synchrony is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 7+ years in security architecture/engineering; High school diploma or equivalent; Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; CISSP, CCSP, or CSSLP certification (preferred); Ability to travel for business; and Must be 18 years or older.
Where is the AVP, Product Security Architect role at Synchrony located?expand_more
AVP, Product Security Architect at Synchrony is based in 129 West Trade, 129, West Trade Street, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Synchrony has listed this AVP, Product Security Architect role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this AVP, Product Security Architect role?expand_more
AVP, Product Security Architect at Synchrony typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for AVP, Product Security Architect at Synchrony include Cissp; CCSP; CSSLP; Threat Modeling; Api Security; Saml; Oidc; and Sso.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent required.
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AVP, Product Security Architect at Synchrony is part of the IT job category on Recrutus.
About Synchrony
Synchrony is a financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, dedicated to helping millions of individuals access essential needs and everyday wants through consumer financing. The organization focuses on providing credit solutions designed to fit various life stages, ranging from initial credit card usage to long-term financial flexibility. By offering tools that support informed and smart credit decisions, Synchrony aims to assist customers in achieving healthier financial outcomes.
Beyond individual financing, Synchrony connects its user base to a broad network comprising hundreds of thousands of small and mid-sized businesses, as well as health and wellness providers. This ecosystem serves as a vital component of the U.S. economy, bridging the gap between consumers and the businesses that support their daily lives. The company operates within the financial services industry, emphasizing accessibility and reliability for its diverse clientele across the nation.
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