Global Cybersecurity Manager, Google.org

Google; New York (NY); On-site; USD 136,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO 20 days/year

Sick time 40 hours/year

Maternity leave 28-30 weeks

Baby bonding leave 18 weeks

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Google.org's Stronger Communities team is seeking a leader to drive the Cybersecurity portfolio globally. You will partner with regional teams to set ambitious goals, develop grant roadmaps, and manage cross-border grantmaking for high-impact initiatives. Individual pay varies by skill and education.

The role emphasizes AI-enabled workflows, collaboration across philanthropy sectors, and strategic leadership to strengthen critical systems in the AI era.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in program or project management.
• 5 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects involving AI-augmented workflows or emerging technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead global strategy development for the Cybersecurity portfolio, establishing measurable goals, developing clear grant roadmaps, and acting as the central point of contact for cybersecurity grantmaking.
• Build strategic global programs and grants, including AI-enabled defense tools, while developing partnerships and co-funding opportunities across the philanthropic sector.
• Lead AI-enabled operational efficiency by integrating AI-assisted research and diligence workflows to accelerate grant evaluation, landscape mapping, and portfolio synthesis.
• Build and lead a global community of practice to foster knowledge sharing, and partner with the Evaluation Strategy team to track program effectiveness and ecosystem resilience using modern data analytics.
• Serve as the primary liaison for global Policy, Security, Communications, and Marketing to drive high-profile program launches and build compelling narratives for external stakeholders and key industry events.

Skills

Program management

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

AI-augmented workflows

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

AI-assisted tools

Job description

This role may also be located in our Playa Vista, CA campus.

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
• Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
• Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; New York, NY, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in program or project management.
• 5 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects involving AI-augmented workflows or emerging technology.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience leveraging AI-assisted tools, workflow automation, or modern analytical methods to streamline internal team operations and enhance program delivery.
• Significant experience working in the field of cybersecurity, digital resilience, or open-source security.
• Expertise in philanthropy within the tech philanthropy sector, with a focus on developing evidence-based social impact solutions and executing effective interventions within complex portfolio areas.
• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to assess technical risks, identify ecosystem gaps, and create new opportunities.
• Exceptional leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to build consensus and drive results across teams and stakeholders.

About The Job

Join Google.org's Stronger Communities team to advance our mission to strengthen the critical systems people rely on every day - ensuring communities are safe, supported, and resilient in the age of AI.

In this role, you will lead our Cybersecurity global strategy. You will partner with regional teams to drive ambitious goals, develop global expertise, and manage grantmaking for high-impact initiatives.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $136000 - $196000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Responsibilities

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• Lead global strategy development for the Cybersecurity portfolio, establishing measurable goals, developing clear grant roadmaps, and acting as the central point of contact for cybersecurity grantmaking.
• Build strategic global programs and grants, including AI-enabled defense tools, while developing partnerships and co-funding opportunities across the philanthropic sector.
• Lead AI-enabled operational efficiency by integrating AI-assisted research and diligence workflows to accelerate grant evaluation, landscape mapping, and portfolio synthesis.
• Build and lead a global community of practice to foster knowledge sharing, and partner with the Evaluation Strategy team to track program effectiveness and ecosystem resilience using modern data analytics.
• Serve as the primary liaison for global Policy, Security, Communications, and Marketing to drive high-profile program launches and build compelling narratives for external stakeholders and key industry events.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.