Senior Technical Program Manager - Security
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for cybersecurity specialists continues to grow, companies like Openai are looking for experienced professionals to lead security initiatives. With a 25% increase in cybersecurity threats in the past year, the need for skilled technical program managers has never been more pressing. Openai, a pioneer in AI research, is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to drive security, privacy, and compliance efforts. This role stands out for its focus on technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the field. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their technical skills, experience in security and compliance, and ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Technical Program Manager - Security will play a critical leadership role in driving cross-functional security, privacy, and compliance initiatives at Openai. This role will be responsible for executing complex programs that reduce internal data access, prevent misuse, and ship security capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of technical architecture and the ability to resolve technical problems in partnership with engineering teams.As a key member of the security team, the Senior Technical Program Manager will work closely with IT, Infrastructure, Application, Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to build scalable programs and deliver critical security outcomes. This role will require a structured operator who thrives in ambiguity, partners effectively across boundaries, and applies principled judgment to scale trust, governance, and security across Openai's systems and products.
The Senior Technical Program Manager will be responsible for driving the execution of critical security and compliance programs, such as vulnerability management, merger and acquisition security and integration, infrastructure hardening, and datacenter security management. This role will also require establishing scalable frameworks and building programs around critical security initiatives, including vulnerability management, evidence collection, incident response coordination, supply chain risk management, and device security.
What You Will Do
- Drive execution of critical security and compliance programs, such as vulnerability management and infrastructure hardening
- Partner with IT, Infrastructure, Application, Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to build scalable programs and deliver critical security outcomes
- Establish scalable frameworks and build programs around critical security initiatives, including vulnerability management and incident response coordination
- Track and enforce Openai's privacy and security requirements by translating commitments into engineering milestones and driving their full implementation across systems
- Create and maintain program-level visibility across risk areas, security milestones, and cross-org dependencies
- Communicate status, risks, tradeoffs, and decisions clearly to technical and executive audiences
- Drive cross-functional execution with urgency and care
- Develop and maintain technical architecture and resolve technical problems in partnership with engineering teams
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement secure systems and applications
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience leading complex technical programs focused on infrastructure security, data privacy, compliance, or enterprise platform capabilities
- Deeply fluent in the intersection of engineering systems, security controls, and regulatory expectations
- Ability to bring clarity and structure across technical and non-technical audiences
- Empathetic communicator and leader, able to influence across technical and non-technical audiences and build durable trust with partners
- Structured, detail-oriented, and rigorous in ensuring quality, accountability, and durable delivery
- Proven record of success driving highly cross-functional efforts across engineering, infrastructure, legal, compliance, and product stakeholders
- Strong technical skills, including experience with security frameworks, compliance regulations, and technical architecture
- Ability to thrive in high-trust environments and operate with a bias for aligned execution over org boundaries
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud-based security solutions and infrastructure as a service (IaaS) platforms
- Knowledge of AI and machine learning security threats and mitigation strategies
- Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2
- Experience with technical program management tools, such as Jira, Asana, and Trello
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and holiday policy
- Flexible remote work arrangements and stipend for remote work setup
- Professional development opportunities, including conferences, training, and education assistance
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals
- Opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects that have a significant impact on the company and the industry
How to Stand Out
- To stand out in this role, highlight your technical expertise in security and compliance, as well as your experience in driving cross-functional initiatives. Emphasize your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- When preparing for the interview, review common security and compliance frameworks, such as NIST and ISO 27001, and be prepared to discuss your experience with technical program management tools.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience in driving security and compliance initiatives, and highlight your ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
- Consider creating a portfolio that showcases your technical skills and experience in security and compliance, and be prepared to discuss your approach to technical program management.
- During salary negotiations, highlight your experience and qualifications, and be prepared to discuss your expectations for compensation and benefits.
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