This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing global company in the cloud-based software industry. As a Security Technical Program Manager, you will drive strategic security initiatives across the Security Operations Center (SOC), Security Engineering, Application Security (AppSec), and GRC. You will lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring alignment with security objectives and managing the seamless execution of security programs.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Security Projects: Manage key security initiatives in Security Engineering, SOC, AppSec, and GRC. Ensure security programs align with organizational OKRs and deliver the intended outcomes across security teams
- Operational Oversight: Assist with ad hoc day-to-day "run the business" security operations. Identify opportunities for process enhancements and operational efficiencies across the security team.
- Urgent Security Responses: Prioritize and address critical or urgent requests in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with IT, Engineering, and other teams to ensure seamless cross-functional coordination and execution of security projects.
- Reporting and Accountability : Establish key performance indicators (KPIs), track progress, and ensure regular reporting on security program status. Hold stakeholders accountable for meeting program milestones and timelines.
- Influence Across Teams: Use your expertise to influence cross-functional teams to stay aligned with security initiatives and organizational priorities. Drive alignment and accountability in technical and non-technical discussions.
- Drive Process Improvements : Constantly seek areas to enhance processes, focusing on improving program management efficiencies and security program execution.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in technical program management, with a focus on security, cloud environments, or software development.
- Basic understanding of core security principles to enable cross-functional collaboration in Application Security and Infrastructure/IT security.
- Strong understanding of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO, SOC 2).
- Experience in tracking KPIs, reporting on security program/project performance, and holding teams accountable for results.
- Experience in identifying process improvements and enhancing operational efficiencies within security programs.
Preferred:
- Proven ability to influence across all levels of an organization, from technical teams to leadership.
- Certifications like PMP, CISSP, or CISM are a plus but not required
Pay Rate: $60-75/hour