Senior Technical Program Manager

Motive

. Own execution of the integrated Security & Privacy Roadmap from intake and prioritization through delivery and operational handoff .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $127,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading complex technical programs with a focus on cybersecurity and risk management, while effectively communicating with stakeholders and producing board-ready materials. Capable of executing integrated security and privacy roadmaps, ensuring measurable outcomes and risk reduction.

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Cybersecurity Program ManagementRisk ManagementExecutive Writing and Presentation SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationIAM and Authorization Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Program Management FundamentalsRisk and Issue ResolutionCapacity PlanningChange ControlOutcome-Based ReportingSecurity Architecture UnderstandingData Protection and RetentionVulnerability RemediationPrivacy ControlsAudit Readiness

Soft Skills

Collaborative ApproachClear CommunicationSound JudgmentInfluence and AccountabilityLow-Ego Leadership

Tools & Technologies

RAID LogsDashboardsBoard-Level MaterialsSecurity Assurance ToolsProgram Review Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Authorized to Access Controlled Technologies

Industry Keywords

SaaSTechnology CompanyCustomer DataCross-Functional Security OwnershipPrivacy Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own execution of the integrated Security & Privacy Roadmap from intake and prioritization through delivery and operational handoff
Clarify scope, accountable owners, milestones, dependencies, decision points, and success measures across concurrent initiatives
Lead cross-functional execution of security risk-reduction programs, including identity and access management, authorization, vulnerability remediation, auditability, data protection and retention, privacy controls, and security assurance
Coordinate quarterly planning inputs, capacity and sequencing discussions, prioritization trade-offs, and commitments
Run program reviews and maintain concise plans, RAID logs, decision records, and dashboards
Track leading indicators and delivery milestones; escalate blockers with clear impact, owner, and recommended next step
Develop accurate, board-ready narratives and presentations explaining risks, progress, measurable outcomes, changes, and required decisions or investments
Align technical and nontechnical stakeholders and facilitate decisions when priorities conflict
Improve the security program operating model by addressing recurring delivery, governance, and measurement gaps
Ensure roadmap initiatives have clear scope, owners, milestones, dependencies, and measurable risk or customer outcomes
Deliver agreed milestones and demonstrable risk reduction while documenting exceptions and residual risk
Provide timely, concise, evidence-based leadership and board updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience leading complex technical programs, including meaningful experience in cybersecurity, product security, privacy, or a closely related risk-management domain
Track record of delivering multi-team programs across engineering and business functions
Experience working with senior leaders and teams that do not report to you
Strong program-management fundamentals, including integrated plans, dependency and critical-path management, risk and issue resolution, capacity planning, change control, and outcome-based reporting
Ability to understand security architecture and control objectives, identify delivery and risk gaps, and translate technical details into business impact
Excellent executive writing and presentation skills
Experience producing concise leadership updates or board-level materials grounded in verified evidence
Demonstrated an AI first mindset in executing programs
Sound judgment in prioritizing risk and balancing urgency, customer impact, compliance needs, and delivery capacity
Collaborative, low-ego approach and ability to create accountability through influence, structure, and clear communication
The applicant must be authorized to receive and access commodities and technologies controlled under U.S. Export Administration Regulations
Preferred: Experience in a SaaS or technology company with complex products, customer data, and cross-functional security ownership
Preferred: Familiarity with IAM and authorization, vulnerability management, data lifecycle controls, incident remediation, audit readiness, or privacy engineering
Preferred: Experience defining program metrics, risk indicators, control evidence, and executive dashboards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, pharmacy, optical, and dental care benefits (subject to eligibility requirements)
Paid time off
Sick time off
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility requirements)
Restricted stock units may be included in total compensation for certain roles
Some interviews or new-hire training sessions may be held in person at one of Motive’s global offices