Staff Technical Program Manager

4 weeks ago


Mountain View, California, United States Aurora Innovation Full time
Job Title: Staff Technical Program Manager

Aurora Innovation is seeking a highly skilled Staff Technical Program Manager to join our Security Technical Program Management (TPM) team. As a key member of this team, you will be responsible for driving security strategy and initiatives across the organization, ensuring that security is a fundamental part of the product development process.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead security integration: Develop and execute security assurance, governance, and risk management programs, ensuring they are deeply embedded into all phases of product development and aligned with company objectives.
  • Collaborate with product teams: Work closely with product management, engineering, and security teams to assess product risks, prioritize security initiatives, and implement strategic controls that protect both product integrity and user trust.
  • Drive external assessments: Oversee external security assessments and penetration tests, translating findings into actionable risk mitigation strategies that enhance product security.
  • Manage product risk: Lead the security risk management program with a focus on product-related risks, ensuring alignment with enterprise risk management efforts and compliance with industry regulations.
  • Monitor and report: Define and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product and security risks, ensuring transparency and data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Requirements:
  • 10+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, particularly within the context of product development.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven experience leading large-scale security programs with an emphasis on integrating security into product development cycles.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional product teams.
  • Hands-on experience managing external security assessments and penetration tests, with the ability to translate technical findings into practical security improvements for products.
Desirable Qualifications:
  • Advanced certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, GIAC-PEN, CISM, or equivalent, demonstrating expertise in cybersecurity and product risk management.
  • Experience building and scaling security programs from the ground up, particularly in product-focused environments or industries with stringent security requirements.
  • Strong knowledge of industry security standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC2, NIST, GDPR), with proven experience ensuring product compliance.
  • Proven ability to lead organizational change, especially in implementing new security processes within product teams.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, particularly in a product context.
What We Offer:

Aurora Innovation offers a competitive salary range of $220-$352K per year, as well as an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits. We also offer flexible work locations and a collaborative work environment.

At Aurora Innovation, we believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees, regardless of their background, identity, or experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our values and are passionate about cybersecurity and product development.



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