[Hiring] Senior Technical Program Manager @Backblaze

Role Description

We are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to join a growing Security team, with focus on program delivery, driving portfolio management and operating model practices for Backblaze.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of enterprise security programs (e.g., vulnerability management, incident response readiness, identity and access management, data protection, cloud security) from initiation through delivery.
• Communicate technical security concepts and program status clearly to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed program plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation across multiple concurrent security initiatives.
• Identify, track, and mitigate program risks and dependencies, escalating blockers to leadership with clear options and recommendations.
• Drive cross-functional coordination between engineering, product, legal, and third-party vendors to ensure security controls are implemented on schedule.
• Establish and report on program goals, dashboards, and status updates for executive and board-level audiences.
• Manage the intake, prioritization, and tracking of security findings, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts across teams.
• Support incident response coordination, including post-incident reviews and follow-up action tracking.
• Continuously improve program management processes, tooling, and governance frameworks specific to security operations.
• Foster a culture of transparency and trust, apply lean value-driven approach, manage by influence, support and empower technical teams through servant leadership.
• In partnership with other TPMs, participate in implementation of continuous cross-functional process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience); Master's degree a plus.
• 8+ years of technical program management experience, including 3+ years managing security-focused programs.
• Strong understanding of security domains: vulnerability management, threat modeling, identity and access management, network security, cloud security, and incident response.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, HIPAA, or FedRAMP.
• Relevant security certifications, such as:
  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
  • CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) or PgMP (Program Management Professional)
  • CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control)
  • CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)
  • Cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate)
• Ability to adapt agile management principles to a variety of development environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex, cross-functional programs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risk into business impact for executive audiences.
• Strong analytical and risk-assessment skills, with experience using program management and ticketing tools.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and influence without direct authority across engineering, legal, and executive teams.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment under pressure, and comfort operating with ambiguity during active incidents.
• Experience with Atlassian & Google product suites a plus.

Benefits

• Healthcare for family, including dental and vision.
• Competitive compensation and 401K.
• RSU grants for full-time employees.
• ESPP program.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Maternity & paternity leave.
• MacBook Pro to use for work, plus a generous stipend to personalize your workstation.
• Childcare bonus (human children only).
• Fertility treatment and support.
• Learning & development program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Culture that supports a healthy work-life balance.