Associate Director of Strategic Programs
A-LIGN Compliance and Security, Inc.
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A-LIGN Compliance and Security, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Programs to drive cross-functional strategic and operational initiatives.
You will partner with Executives to support and deliver key initiatives across the organization, translating strategy into execution and connecting work across silos. This high-impact role reports to the Vice President of AI Transformation and Operations, demanding structured program leadership, strong analytics, and executive presence to
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field; MBA preferred.
- 5–7 years of program management or strategic planning experience, with consulting background preferred.
- 2+ years operating experience in corporate/PE-backed environments.
- Track record leading cross-functional programs from scoping to measurable outcomes.
- Experience producing board-level materials in a metrics-driven environment.
- Advanced proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and data analysis tools.
- Experience in B2B services or tech-enabled services; cybersecurity/regulated services a plus.
Responsibilities
- Partner with executives to scope, prioritize, and execute strategic growth initiatives.
- Translate priorities into roadmaps, milestones, KPIs, and expected outcomes.
- Establish program governance, decision rights, leadership cadences, and escalation paths.
- Develop business cases, scenario models, and benefits analyses for key decisions.
- Lead new capabilities and operating processes from design through implementation and ownership.
- Identify AI opportunities to improve productivity and business outcomes.
- Coordinate AI pilots and measure results across business units.
- Prepare metrics-based updates for Executives and Board insights.
- Lead annual strategic planning, linking priorities to budgets and hiring plans.
- Facilitate strategy reviews and leadership meetings; support org design and operating-model changes.
- Support M&A integration planning and Day 1 readiness when applicable.
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The Associate Director of Strategic Programs is responsible for owning and driving cross-functional strategic and operational initiatives to completion. In this role, you will partner with Executives and business leaders to support and deliver key initiatives across the organization, including value creation projects and other operational priorities. The ideal candidate combines structured program leadership, strong analytical skills, and executive presence to operate credibly across the leadership team. You will translate strategy into execution, connect work that would otherwise sit in silos, and serve as a trusted thought partner across the business. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on execution, accountability, and measurable outcomes. Reports to Vice President of AI Transformation and Operations Pay Classification Full-Time, Exempt
- Partner with business leaders to scope, prioritize, and execute A-LIGN’s strategic growth initiatives
- Translate company priorities into clear roadmaps, milestones, KPIs, and expected outcomes
- Establish program governance, decision rights, leadership cadences, and escalation paths
- Develop business cases, scenario models, and benefits analyses to support key decisions
- Lead new capabilities, lines of business, and operating processes from initial design through implementation and transition to functional ownership
- Identify and evaluate opportunities to use AI to improve productivity, efficiency, and business outcomes
- Lead discovery sessions to understand workflows, pain points, and practical AI use cases
- Coordinate AI pilots and implementations across business units and measure results
- Support adoption by documenting and sharing effective practices, lessons learned, and successful use cases
- Prepare concise, metrics‑based updates and recommendations for Executives and the Board of Directors
- Lead the annual strategic planning process and connect company priorities to budgets, hiring plans, and execution
- Plan and facilitate strategy reviews, business reviews, and other leadership meetings
- Support organizational design and operating‑model changes as A-LIGN continues to scale
- Partner with deal leadership on integration planning, including Day 1 readiness and 100‑day plans
- Drive functional integration across technology, operations, commercial, and people workstreams
- Build repeatable integration playbooks for future transactions
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or other relevant fields. MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- 5 to 7 years’ experience in program management or strategic planning, preferably with a foundation in management consulting (e.g., Big 4, BCG, McKinsey, or equivalent)
- 2+ years’ operating experience in a corporate or PE‑backed environment
- Track record of leading complex, cross‑functional programs from scoping through measurable outcomes
- Experience producing board‑level materials and operating in a metrics‑driven environment
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and data analysis tools
- B2B services or tech‑enabled services experience preferred
- Cybersecurity, compliance, audit, regulated services, or federal contracting experience is a plus
- Outcome orientation with strong discipline on priorities and results
- Mental agility and comfort with complexity and ambiguity
- Ability to lead through influence and credibility
- Business acumen connecting strategy, operations, and financials
- Executive‑level written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- EAP - Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
- Competitive Bonus Structure
- Home Office Reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Personalized Career Coaching
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
- Vacation Bonus
- Summer Hours
A‑LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A‑LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A‑LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor.
A‑LIGN is a leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. We help global organizations take a strategic approach to mitigating risk. By combining the expertise of our people with a powerful technology platform, we help our clients protect against future threats and build lasting customer confidence. As a top‑tier global assessor, we provide the people, process, and technology necessary for organizations to navigate the complexities of the modern security landscape.
We believe our mission starts with an investment in our people. We provide opportunities to elevate their careers and reach full potential. Our culture is defined by a commitment to continuous growth supported by our core values: Innovate Constantly, Commit to Quality, Do the Right Thing Always, and Be All in.
- Personalized career coaching and leadership opportunities designed to support professional development
- Generous PTO plan, shortened summer hours, and annual paid office closure from December 25 to January 1
- Competitive compensation plans and certification reimbursement
- Additional financial incentives such as comprehensive health insurance plans, home office reimbursement, and more
A‑LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply!
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