Director, Application & Product Security
Grainger
- Location
- CHICAGO, IL, US, 60661-4555
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Staff
- Salary
- $163.8k – $273k/yr
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
About this role
Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 334149 About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com. Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $163,800.00 – $273,000.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 25%, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change. Rewards and Benefits With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing. 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year. 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required. Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools. Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.
For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below: https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire Grainger Benefits The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills. The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above. Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law. Position Details We are seeking a Director, Application & Product Security to join our Information Security organization. You will lead Grainger’s Application & Product Security program by establishing the strategy, governance, and security practices that enable the secure design, development, and delivery of applications, APIs, and digital products. You will partner with Engineering, Product Management, Platform Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, and Security Architecture and Security Engineering to integrate security into software delivery processes while enabling engineering teams to deliver secure, resilient, and innovative solutions. The Director, Application & Product Security requires deep experience in application security, product security, secure software development practices, and modern technology platforms. The successful candidate understands how engineering organizations build and deliver software and can effectively partner with engineering leaders to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle. This leader is a trusted advisor who enables secure innovation through collaboration, influence, and technical leadership rather than direct ownership of software development. You will