Associate Program Manager

Cranium AI; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health insurance

Flexible time off

Learning budget

Job summary

Cranium AI in New Jersey is seeking an Associate Program Manager to support planning, execution, and monitoring of cross-functional initiatives across the Cranium AI platform. This entry-level role offers growth in a fast-moving AI security environment, with onboarding support for customers and collaboration with Success and Services teams.

You will drive managed programs for platform clients, assist with onboarding, and help deliver product demos as you expand your impact and experience in AI

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of experience in program management, operations or related field.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to present to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Asana, SmartSuite or similar) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and execute cross-functional programs aligned with Cranium AI’s goals.
• Manage projects, track progress and ensure deliverables are met.
• Support onboarding, customer success, and ongoing customer engagement.
• Collaborate with Services and Success teams to deliver AI security and compliance outcomes.
• Contribute to operational activities and internal process improvements.
• Develop product demos and technical presentations for prospective customers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Verbal and written communication

Initiative

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

Asana

SmartSuite

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Cranium AI is focused on securing the AI revolution with an award-winning AI Security and AI Governance platform that helps organizations of all sizes confidently adopt and scale AI technologies across their AI supply chain. The platform is built to identify, manage, and mitigate risks associated with AI, enabling security, compliance, and responsible innovation. Headquartered in the New York metropolitan area, Cranium AI is driven by a team of “Craniacs” who are redefining standards for AI excellence and value realization. The company is committed to making AI safe and trustworthy for everyone and offers opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge work at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and governance.

• Role Description The Associate Program Manager is a full-time New Jersey (or NJ commuter) role responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and monitoring of cross-functional initiatives related to Cranium AI’s platform and services.

Our vision is to secure the AI revolution.

As AI adoption expands, AI and machine-learning models are increasingly exposed to new classes of threats. Without visibility into the AI assets in use, or monitoring of key metrics and threat indicators, organizations cannot keep up. Advancing the state of AI is a collaborative process that takes unusually varied skills and perspectives — so we’ve built a multidisciplinary team to match.

What you’ll do.

As an Associate Program Manager, you will play a vital role in planning, coordinating and executing programs that align with Cranium’s goals and strategic vision. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are organized, adaptable and eager to make an impact in a fast-growing field.

You will work cross-functionally across teams, assisting in managing projects, tracking progress and ensuring program deliverables are met. This position is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in program management within the dynamic realm of AI security.

Drive our managed program offerings for platform clients — including working with client vendors to enable the creation and delivery of vendor AI Cards.

Assist in customer onboarding, ensuring a smooth implementation of our solution and driving initial customer success.

Work with the Customer Success team to support ongoing customer engagement, troubleshoot issues and provide guidance on best practices.

Collaborate with the Services team to support delivery projects, helping customers achieve their AI security and compliance goals.

Contribute to operational activities, keeping internal processes and customer engagements running smoothly.

Grow into delivering product demos and technical presentations to prospective customers, showcasing the capabilities of Cranium’s platform.

What we look for / What you’ll bring.

Required

0–5 years of experience in program management, operations or a related field.

Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.

Proficiency in project management tools (Asana, SmartSuite or similar) and familiarity with the MS Office Suite.

A proactive, problem-solving mindset — eager to take initiative and drive results.

A passion for technology and innovation, with an interest in AI and cybersecurity.

Location: New Jersey or NJ Commuter required

Nice to have

Bachelor’s degree in business, project management or a related field.

Experience with process improvement or documentation creation.

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amiliarity with AI/ML concepts, or a willingness to learn about AI security.

Technologies we use

Benefits built to support you.

A chance to make a real contribution to the future of AI, alongside impossibly talented people who share the mission. Our biggest asset is inclusion — a diverse community is how we succeed.

Competitive salary & equity

Earn a competitive salary and own a real stake in Cranium through equity.

Market-leading health, dental and vision coverage access for you and your dependents.

Flexible time off & family leave

A flexible time-off policy, plus paid parental and family leave when you need it.

An individual learning budget — lifelong learning is one of our values, not a perk.

401(k)

401k plan access via our PEO

The Craniacs

A multidisciplinary team that plays nice, ships hard and has a lot of fun doing it.