[Hiring] Program Manager @Akamai

Role Description

Do you thrive on managing complexity, taking ownership, and driving execution? Join our Application & Infrastructure Security Program Management team!

As a Program Manager, you will collaborate cross-functionally to lead, structure, and successfully execute our most critical security programs. We are looking for a proactive problem solver—someone who doesn't just track schedules or take notes, but owns outcomes, dives deep to get clarity, and holds global teams accountable to execution.

• Proactive Problem Solving: Spotting potential risks early, identifying process bottlenecks, and taking early action to help keep projects on track.
• Global Team Coordination: Managing timelines, tracking dependencies, and facilitating smooth collaboration across distributed, international time zones.
• Driven to Get Clarity: Asking thoughtful questions, validating assumptions, and digging into the details until key stakeholders have necessary clarity.
• Clear Communication & Documentation: Keeping project documentation, status reports, and stakeholder updates clear, organized, and up to date.
• Process Improvement & Collaboration: Bringing strong initiative, learning from senior team members, and working as a supportive, reliable team player to refine team workflows.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in program management skills.
• Strong self-management, taking initiative to drive daily progress and find answers without needing constant step-by-step direction.
• Great communication and organizational skills to keep stakeholders aligned, keep track of key details, and document decisions clearly.
• Ability to adapt comfortably when priorities shift, keeping a positive focus and maintaining project momentum.
• Strong relationship-building skills to motivate partners, help teams overcome day-to-day blockers, and stay persistent when challenges pop up.
• Good judgment and proactive planning to reliably deliver high-quality work.

Requirements

• Program Ownership & Execution: Taking personal accountability for project plans, tracking deliverables, and coordinating execution with cross-functional teams.