Senior Security Technical Program Manager

SNAP/SNAP

. Lead the design, build, and ongoing operation of security operations and risk programs .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $190,000 - $284,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading security operations and risk programs, with a strong focus on defining and operationalizing security metrics, frameworks, and reporting. Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive significant security initiatives while maintaining a high level of communication and adaptability in evolving environments.

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Security Operations LeadershipRisk Management FrameworksCross-Functional CollaborationProgram Management in SecurityCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Security Metrics DefinitionRisk Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Root-Cause AnalysisWorkflow AutomationIssue TrackingSecurity Program ManagementInformation Security PrinciplesAI Tools ProficiencySecurity Solution Delivery

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

DashboardsReporting TaxonomiesExecutive Briefing MaterialsScorecards

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCCSPISO 27001 Lead Implementer

Industry Keywords

NIST CSF 2.0NIS2ISO 27001Security AdvisoryTechnical Program Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, build, and ongoing operation of security operations and risk programs
Define and operationalize security KRIs, KPIs, and health metrics across key security domains
Establish measurement frameworks, dashboards, reporting taxonomies, and trend reviews
Prepare and present business reviews translating technical signals into risk narratives and decisions
Build operating cadences for security leadership, including program reviews, metric reviews, escalation forums, and quarterly planning
Establish organizational frameworks for security team OKRs, dependencies, milestones, progress evidence, and readouts
Partner across Security, Engineering, Product, Infrastructure, Privacy, Legal, Compliance, and Operations
Drive root-cause analysis and remediation governance for significant operational issues
Maintain portfolio views of security initiatives, risks, dependencies, and commitments
Define methods for risk intake, issue tracking, exception handling, escalation thresholds, and verified closure
Improve security operations through workflow simplification, automation, and decision support
Develop executive-ready briefing materials, scorecards, and narratives
Monitor program performance and recommend improvements to operating models, metrics, and review mechanisms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field or equivalent experience
6+ years of experience in security advisory space, technical program management or security solution delivery
Depth of security experience and familiarity with a broad range of information security concepts and principles
Proven experience of running critical programs within a security field
Experience working with engineers and driving large security projects with proven impact
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with ability to tailor messages to the audience
Experience influencing teams and cross-functional stakeholders to drive security programs
Proficiency in, or strong aptitude for, leveraging AI tools to streamline development
Critical judgment to audit generated output for architectural integrity, performance bottlenecks, and security risks
Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools
Preferred: Experience with NIST CSF 2.0, NIS2, or ISO 27001
CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, or similar certifications are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid parental leave
Comprehensive medical coverage
Emotional and mental health support programs
Compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success
Equity in the form of RSUs
Office-based collaboration under Snap’s “default together” approach