Sr. Technical Program Manager - Security Compliance

Cloudflare•San Francisco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cloudflare is seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated Senior Technical Program Manager to lead the company’s strategic Governance, Risk, and Compliance program, initially focused on the Department of Defense Impact Level 4 (IL4) initiative. As a Technical Program Manager focused on Governance, Risk, and Compliance, you will define, align, and drive complex security and compliance programs that reduce risk and enable Cloudflare’s regulated business. You will manage stakeholder expectations, proactively identify risks and dependencies, and ensure the delivery of predictable, high-impact outcomes. The ideal candidate is process-oriented yet remains flexible and iterative. You excel at navigating ambiguous technical challenges, fostering collaboration across teams, and asking the insightful questions necessary to drive stakeholders toward measurable results. This position requires a professional capable of managing complex tradeoffs and coordinating teams across global time zones.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in technical program management, with a track record of continuous improvement
Experience in cybersecurity or security program management in a technical, fast-moving environment
BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security or related field or equivalent experience
Proven track record of creating realistic project plans, managing dependencies, and overseeing execution to meet commitments with predictability
Working knowledge of federal cybersecurity and authorization frameworks (for example, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, and DoD SRGs), with the ability to translate requirements into program plans and measurable delivery
Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including executives
Hands-on experience or a strong competency in leveraging AI productivity tools and development platforms to automate routine program administration, with rigorous human-in-the-loop review of AI output
Comfortable managing tight deadlines, changing priorities, and ambiguity
Proven ability to forge and sustain effective partnerships internally and externally
Strong competency with Confluence and Jira and various development methodologies
Embraces technology including automation and AI augmentation
Experience working with multiple time zones and cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Partner with the Governance, Risk, and Compliance team as its dedicated Technical Program Manager
Lead the integrated IL4 roadmap, milestones, dependencies, and execution cadence
Connect with stakeholders through expert communication and diplomacy to maintain alignment and encourage collaboration
Establish and maintain a program operating cadence: roadmap, governance forums, decision log, risk/issue register, communications plan, and executive reporting
Build automations and AI agents to handle routine program administration at scale
Utilize AI platforms to consolidate diverse project streams into unified roadmaps, generating initial metrics, status updates, and executive reporting dashboards
Navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities by identifying tradeoffs early, applying risk-based judgment, and balancing long-term compliance objectives with urgent security needs

Benefits

Medical/Rx Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Spending Accounts
Fertility & Family Forming Benefits
On-demand mental health support and Employee Assistance Program
Global Travel Medical Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Stock Participation Plan
Flexible paid time off covering vacation and sick leave
Leave programs, including parental, pregnancy health, medical, and bereavement leave