We're seeking an experienced Program Manager to support our client's Application Security organization by coordinating strategic programs that improve engineering operations and application security processes. This role will partner closely with PMO teams and cross-functional stakeholders to drive execution, manage risks, facilitate program governance, and deliver key initiatives. Enterprise experience strongly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the Application Security organization by coordinating the Code Freshness (R&Ds) and Operational Ownership Expectations programs.
• Lead recurring team meetings and facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Create and maintain project documentation and program artifacts.
• Track progress, risks, blockers, milestones, and key results (KRs).
• Communicate program status, risks, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordinate change management initiatives across multiple teams.
• Analyze program data using SQL and/or IQL to support reporting and decision making.
• Independently identify problems, research solutions, and drive rapid iterative improvements.
QualificationsMust-Have Skills
• Japanese language proficiency
• 8-10 years of experience
• Strong program or project management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with PMO teams
• Experience tracking progress, risks, blockers, and key results (KRs)
• Experience communicating effectively with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong SQL and/or IQL skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Nice-to-Have Skills
• Application Security domain knowledge
Additional Information
Required Tools & Platforms
• SQL
• IQL
Location, Time & Engagement
• Remote contract opportunity
• Full-time (40 hours/week)
• Open to candidates located in the United States and approved LATAM countries
• Must be available to work within U.S. business time zones
Skills Required
- Japanese language proficiency
- 8-10 years of experience
- Strong program or project management experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with PMO teams
- Experience tracking progress, risks, blockers, and key results
- Experience communicating with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
- Strong SQL and/or IQL skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently as a self-starter in a fast-paced environment
- Application Security domain knowledge
What We Do
Lifted, an Upwork Company, is a B2B SaaS platform that helps enterprise organizations source, contract, manage, and pay contingent talent globally and compliantly. It supports multiple engagement models, including independent contractors, staff augmentation, and employer-of-record, while integrating with MSPs and VMSs to provide centralized visibility, spend control, and audit-ready compliance, delivering a white-labeled talent experience for hiring managers and contingent workforce programs.
