Job Description

LOCATION

ZURICH

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Technology

In short

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At On, our technology moves as fast as our runners: always evolving, always pushing boundaries. We're building a world-class platform to ignite the human spirit through movement, and our Information Security team is the trusted guardian of that mission.



We are seeking a Head of Security Platforms & Architecture to lead the technical security strategy across all engineering domains--cloud, platform, application, and data. This role requires a leader with deep architectural judgment, a passion for enablement, hands on experience and the ability to define the security guardrails that scale our business securely.

Your Mission

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The Head of Security Platforms & Architecture exists to define and drive a unified security architecture that protects On's platforms, applications, identities, and data while enabling rapid, safe innovation across a cloud-native landscape. By leading the technical vision for secure engineering and establishing scalable, automated, and developer-friendly security patterns--including IAM, DevSecOps, API security, data protection, and AI security--this role embeds security into the core of how our technology is built and operated. Its mission is to ensure that strong, frictionless security foundations accelerate On's digital growth and support our ambition to move fast, securely.
Security Architecture & Governance: Own the enterprise security architecture across cloud, platform, applications, APIs, and data. Define secure patterns and guardrails, lead technical governance, and align target-state architectures with business and technology strategy. Security Engineering & Platforms: Lead Security Engineering--including DevSecOps, AppSec, and platform security--to deliver scalable automation, secure CI/CD, and reusable security tools. Set technical strategy for API, data, and AI security. IAM & Application Security Strategy: Shape IAM strategy and architecture, driving least privilege and modern authorization models. Define the AppSec framework and enable engineering teams to embed security seamlessly into the SDLC. Leadership: Set the multi-year roadmap, develop high-performing leaders, and act as the primary technical security authority partnering with all technology teams.

Your story

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You are a proven security leader and architect with a track record of driving large-scale, cross-functional security initiatives. Your background demonstrates a focus on strategy, engineering, and enablement, rather than day-to-day operations. You bring 15+ years of technical security experience, including 5+ years in senior architecture or engineering leadership roles You possess deep hands-on expertise in Cloud Security Architecture, DevSecOps, AppSec, IAM, and API Security domains You have strong architectural judgment and the ability to define and enforce secure patterns at scale You are comfortable leading technical governance, risk assessments, and defining multi-year roadmaps You have exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with Infrastructure, Platform, Data, and Engineering leaders Experience with AI/ML Security Governance Controls and data protection patterns is a strong advantage

About the Team

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As a leading running brand, On's technology division operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and plays a critical role in driving our business success. You will play an active role in shaping and accelerating the maturity of our security posture; by being a pragmatic, trusted, and a collaborative partner to Engineering. Your scope is broad, covering cloud, platform, application, and data.

Zurich

Just by the banks of the Limmat you'll find our largest global hub in Zurich West - On Labs - where you can hike up 12 floors through our custom-built spiral trail.
Forrlibuckstrasse 190,

8005

Switzerland

Gioia

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HEAD OF OPERATIONS PROJECT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
My journey has evolved for sure and, actually, change can lead to infinite possibilities. Those core values that were there when I joined are still here today and I really find them extraordinary every day.

Vivek

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DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
We're closely connected to the whole business. Every day, we're making quick decisions to improve the customer experience. Because these live changes impact the whole business, we deeply respect individual opinion and what others think about the end customer experience.

Gioia

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HEAD OF OPERATIONS PROJECT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
My journey has evolved for sure and, actually, change can lead to infinite possibilities. Those core values that were there when I joined are still here today and I really find them extraordinary every day.

Vivek

---------


DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
We're closely connected to the whole business. Every day, we're making quick decisions to improve the customer experience. Because these live changes impact the whole business, we deeply respect individual opinion and what others think about the end customer experience.

Gioia

---------


HEAD OF OPERATIONS PROJECT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
My journey has evolved for sure and, actually, change can lead to infinite possibilities. Those core values that were there when I joined are still here today and I really find them extraordinary every day.

Vivek

---------


DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
We're closely connected to the whole business. Every day, we're making quick decisions to improve the customer experience. Because these live changes impact the whole business, we deeply respect individual opinion and what others think about the end customer experience.

What we offer

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On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically - to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.



On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.
Build the better you

What to expect

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We want to set everyone up for success, so here's the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street - bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.



Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.



Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine - it creates that 'Wow' moment.