Security Technical Program Manager, Sumo Logic

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: Experience in technical program management or a related role, with a focus on cybersecurity, application security (AppSec), or information security
• Technical Skills: Strong technical background with experience in security operations, application security, and vulnerability management
• Project Management: Proven track record of managing complex security projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Leadership: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Tools: Proficiency with security tools such as Sumo Logic, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and project management tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar

Desirable

• As a TPM at Sumo Logic, you will work on high-impact projects at the cutting edge of cybersecurity and application security (AppSec), helping to drive our growth by designing simple, scalable solutions to complex security challenges
• You will collaborate with Security, Functional Leaders and engineering teams to deliver transformative change across the organization
• Key Responsibilities:
• Lead High-Impact Security Projects: Manage and execute large-scale, complex cybersecurity initiatives that deliver critical solutions, significant security improvements, and innovative mechanisms, or phase out outdated systems
• Collaborate with multiple teams across the organization to achieve these goals
• Strategic Program Management: Develop and execute the overall strategy for major security programs, successfully managing all stages from concept to delivery
• Ensure programs meet challenging business goals and demonstrate measurable improvements in security efficiency or user experience for customers, employees, and the business
• System and Security Architecture Expertise: Gain a deep understanding of the architecture of the systems and security frameworks you work with, including workflows, APIs, runtime characteristics, design constraints, and maintenance needs
• Influence technical priorities and business strategies through data-driven insights
• Security Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure all security initiatives comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Implement and promote security best practices, standards, and compliance requirements across the organization
• Effective Communication: Articulate ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences including Directors and VPs
• Foster constructive dialogue, reconcile differing viewpoints, and lead the resolution of contentious issues to build consensus
• Partner effectively with customers, stakeholders, and engineering teams
• Process Simplification: Enhance productivity and effectiveness by adding, refining, and removing security procedures as needed
• Apply project management best practices to streamline processes and improve team performance
• Consistent Delivery: Routinely deliver high-quality security solutions by defining clear goals and objectives
• Drive decisive actions regarding project prioritization and progression
• Proactively identify risks and communicate them to your team and stakeholders, along with mitigation plans to prevent roadblocks