Technical Program Management, Security

Guidewire Software•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$120,000 - CA$150,000

About The Position

Guidewire is looking for a Technical Program Manager within its Security organization to lead execution of critical security programs aligned with Guidewire’s security maturity strategy. This role will report to the Director of Program Management, Security. In this role, you will drive complex, enterprise-facing security programs across Identity, Access, and Zero Trust, partnering closely with Business Technology, Security Engineering, and business stakeholders. The ideal candidate understands security risks, software product and platform context, process efficiency and can effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

Pragmatic security expert and a hands-on technical program manager.
Understand emerging and tried and tested security technology and how it applies to both cloud products and an enterprise environment
Evangelize proactive security within the organization and educate and influence stakeholders in building a secure environment
Enjoy working on hard problems with no clear answers and can work with SMEs to design, scope, and iterate to create prototypes to demonstrate value
Experience driving security programs for a cloud company and its practical applications
Understand the value of efficient processes and constantly look to improve them for productive scaling
Data driven, analytical, and can turn information into action
B.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other relevant technical fields
5+ years of experience documenting processes, security requirements, and managing complex cloud-scale technical security programs for an enterprise company.
3+ years of experience with managing IGA, privilege assessment management, ZeroTrust, and single sign-on solutions programs.
Experience with SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI, or equivalent preferred.
Familiarity with application of the NIST Cyber Security Framework towards security program maturity
Demonstrate end-to-end ownership of security and across multiple teams, influence product security program direction and plans.
Strong business acumen with excellent organizational, problem-solving, and negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

Manage complex and cloud-scale technical security programs to meet Guidewire’s business objectives
Define and lead roadmap execution for critical security functions and programs
Develop strong partnerships and feedback loops with leaders and stakeholders across the organization
Lead with data and promote a culture of metrics driven decision-making, while holding stakeholders accountable.
Be a thought leader to drive strategic change and help advance our security maturity
Communicate effectively verbally and in written form, both internal and external stakeholders including execs, engineering leads, consultants, and vendors.