General Motors

Manager, Secure Development & Application Security

General Motors • $120K — $145K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or secure software development
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in people leadership and team development
  • Expertise in one or more application security domains like API security or runtime protection
  • Experience collaborating with engineering to integrate security in development workflows
  • Proficient in setting and tracking operational goals and performance metrics
  • Familiarity with modern software architectures like cloud-native and CI/CD practices

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Secure Development & Application Security team and its operational delivery
  • Define and implement the roadmap for embedded security controls in engineering
  • Oversee functional performance using key metrics to drive investment priorities
  • Collaborate with engineering to integrate security within development processes
  • Facilitate decision-making across teams to enhance consistent execution
  • Build cross-functional relationships to align security policies and tooling
  • Develop and mentor talent within the organization for growth and capability

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with a minimum in-office requirement
  • Potential eligibility for relocation assistance
  • Opportunities to lead high-impact projects
  • Access to a supportive team environment
  • Focus on personal and professional development through talent management programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

As Manager, Secure Development & Application Security, you will lead a distinct Cybersecurity function responsible for improving how secure software is designed, built, tested, and operated across GM. You will translate strategy into clear direction for teams, set priorities, allocate resources, and own the operational performance of the function. You will partner closely with engineering, platform, product, infrastructure, and other security teams to embed practical, developer-friendly controls that reduce risk without slowing delivery. You will help shape scalable security services and workflows that improve consistency across the software lifecycle. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who can build strong teams, influence across organizations, and lead change through measurable outcomes.

What You'll Do
  • Lead the Secure Development & Application Security function, including team direction, operating model, workforce planning, and delivery against business priorities.
  • Define and drive the roadmap for security controls embedded in engineering workflows, including static testing, dynamic testing, API security, AI security, and runtime resilience.
  • Own functional performance through key metrics and service outcomes, using data to prioritize investments, improve coverage, and reduce application risk at scale.
  • Partner with engineering and platform teams to integrate security controls into development pipelines and release processes in ways that are effective, reliable, and usable.
  • Guide leaders and team members through complex technical and operational decisions, removing roadblocks and enabling consistent execution across multiple teams.
  • Build strong cross-functional relationships to align policy, tooling, detection, remediation, and governance across the software development lifecycle.
  • Develop talent, strengthen succession pipelines, and lead organizational change that improves team capability, accountability, and impact.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, application security, software engineering security, or secure software development.
  • 3+ years of experience leading people, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and team development.
  • 3+ years of experience leading or scaling one or more application security domains such as static testing, dynamic testing, API security, AI security, threat modeling, or runtime protection.
  • Experience partnering with engineering and product organizations to embed security controls into software delivery workflows, developer tools, and release processes.
  • Experience owning operational goals, metrics, or key performance indicators and using them to drive prioritization, execution, and continuous improvement.
  • Working knowledge of modern software architectures and delivery environments, including cloud-native applications, APIs, containers, continuous integration and delivery pipelines, and developer tooling.
  • Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions on significant matters, influence across functions, and lead teams through change in a complex enterprise environment.


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Master's degree in a relevant field.
  • 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity or software security, including enterprise-scale application security leadership.
  • Experience building or maturing secure development programs in large, highly distributed engineering environments.
  • Experience with developer-friendly security practices such as security automation, policy as code, self-service enablement, and risk-based remediation.
  • Familiarity with regulated environments, third-party software risk, and secure-by-design approaches across the software lifecycle.
  • Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, GIAC, or cloud security certifications.
  • Experience in automotive, mobility, manufacturing, or other large-scale product and technology organizations.
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Join the dynamic team at General Motors, a global leader in automotive innovation and technology. At General Motors, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward while contributing to a legacy of engineering excellence.

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As part of our global workforce, you will collaborate with talented individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of transportation. General Motors offers a variety of career paths in engineering, design, IT, marketing, and more. With over 155,000 employees worldwide, our network provides expansive opportunities for networking and professional development.

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Start your career journey with a General Motors internship, where you can apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the automotive industry, with mentorship from experienced leaders. Full-time employees enjoy a wealth of benefits, including comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and performance bonuses, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded.

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Learn more about General Motors
Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
NASDAQ
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