Security Operations Technical Program Manager

Waymo•Tempe, AZ

1d•$152,000 - $187,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company focused on building the Waymo Driver and improving access to mobility while reducing traffic crashes. The Safety team promotes and continually improves the safety of Waymo’s autonomous driving technology, develops safety goals and strategies, conducts safety engineering analyses, and supports engagement with regulators and other organizations, as well as compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations. In this hybrid role, the Security Operations Technical Program Manager reports to the Head of Physical Security Operations. The role leads strategic initiatives for the Global Security Operations team, coordinates security operations in new markets, and drives programs to scale physical security infrastructure and protect personnel and assets during global expansion. It also identifies operational improvements, contributes to security policy and standards refinement, develops operations reporting, and coordinates regional guard vendors. The role is expected to travel approximately 5%. The expected base salary range is $152,000–$187,000 USD. Employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

BA/BS degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Security Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
At least 5 years of experience in a chief of staff, business operations, or program management role.
Direct experience leading and delivering complex physical security programs.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to author executive briefings.
Experience evaluating, piloting, and deploying AI-driven technologies to optimize physical security or operations workflows.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated track record aligning matrixed partners, such as Real Estate and Workplace, to deliver physical programs and requirements.
Active certification in program or project management.
Proven experience serving as an operational deputy or program lead for security executives and compiling status briefs.

Responsibilities

Lead, plan, and execute strategic program initiatives for the Global Security Operations team.
Coordinate security operations in new markets, tracking and verifying the physical security personnel resources each location needs before opening.
Oversee end-to-end execution of Security Operations programs and strategic projects to scale physical security infrastructure and protect personnel and assets during global expansion.
Identify operational improvement opportunities across Global Security Operations and share findings with the Security Governance & Standards team to refine security policies and standards.
Produce regular Security Operations reports and updates, including coverage metrics, incident data, and guard performance KPIs.
Coordinate guard vendors across regions, track coverage and performance, and work with the Vendor Management team to address vendor performance issues.