Director, Open-Source Software Manager

About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
13The Team:
Our Corporate Technology team serves as the centralized platform engineering function, establishing enterprise-wide DevSecOps standards and architectural patterns that enable secure, scalable software delivery across all business units. We are the strategic technology backbone that empowers global development teams through standardized platforms, governance frameworks, and innovative open-source solutions. The team values technical excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and driving organizational impact through thoughtful architecture decisions that balance security, compliance, and developer productivity.
Key Responsibilities

• Define and evolve enterprise DevSecOps architecture standards, reference patterns, and security-by-design practices that strengthen software delivery across global teams
• Design and implement secure CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration platforms, and artifact management governance models that support enterprise scale, resilience, and regulatory compliance
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, platform, infrastructure, and security stakeholders to align architecture decisions with business priorities and risk management objectives
• Assess emerging open-source technologies and guide strategic platform modernization initiatives that enhance developer productivity and operational excellence
• Develop comprehensive architectural documentation, standards, and roadmaps that enable consistent implementation and knowledge sharing across distributed teams
• Mentor technical teams on security-by-design principles, modern software supply chain practices, and platform engineering best practices

What We're Looking for
Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of progressive experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, platform engineering, security engineering, or solution architecture roles with demonstrated leadership impact
• Proven experience designing and implementing secure platform architectures for CI/CD systems, container orchestration platforms (such as Kubernetes, Docker Swarm, or OpenShift), and enterprise software delivery environments
• Strong expertise with artifact management solutions (such as JFrog Artifactory, Nexus Repository, or Azure Artifacts), version control platforms (including GitHub Enterprise, GitLab, or Bitbucket), and infrastructure automation technologies
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence technical direction and drive alignment across global, cross-functional teams
• Experience embedding security-by-design principles across application delivery, containerization, and software supply chain practices
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience demonstrating technical leadership capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with policy-as-code frameworks (such as Open Policy Agent, Falco, or Gatekeeper), secrets management platforms (including HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, or Azure Key Vault), and infrastructure as code tools (such as Terraform, Pulumi, or CloudFormation)
• Deep knowledge of software bill of materials (SBOM), vulnerability scanning solutions (such as Twistlock, Aqua Security, or Snyk), zero trust security principles, and regulatory compliance frameworks
• Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS), CISSP, Security+, cloud security certifications, or enterprise architecture credentials
• Experience leading platform engineering initiatives and modernization programs in global, distributed technology organizations

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $174,000 to $210,000. The final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information about the benefits we offer our employees, please click here .
Location:
This role is required to be hybrid, working 2-3 days a week at one of the listed U.S.-based offices.
What's In It For You?
Our Mission:
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
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