Senior AI & Cybersecurity Program Manager

UST; Austin (CO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays and sick leave

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

UST seeks a Senior AI & Cybersecurity Program Manager to lead enterprise AI, cybersecurity, and technology programs from planning to execution in Austin, TX. You will drive GenAI initiatives, governance, risk, and compliance while coordinating across Security, IT, Legal, Privacy, and Procurement teams.

With 10+ years of PM experience and 2+ years in AI governance or emerging tech, you will develop detailed program plans, manage budgets, and deliver executive dashboards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of program management experience leading complex cybersecurity, IT, or technology initiatives.
• 2+ years of exposure to AI, GenAI, Copilot, AI governance, or emerging technology programs.
• Proven experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders across Security, IT, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, Procurement, and business teams.
• Strong track record driving vendor evaluations, budgets, executive reporting, and governance programs.
• Experience building and running security awareness, change management, and adoption programs at enterprise scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, enterprise-wide AI, cybersecurity, IT, and technology programs from planning through successful execution.
• Drive AI/GenAI initiatives, including enterprise AI adoption, Microsoft Copilot, emerging technology programs, and related governance activities.
• Develop and maintain program plans, milestones, dependencies, budgets, risks, issues, and action items.
• Establish and manage program governance frameworks, processes, and operating models.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across Cybersecurity, IT, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, Procurement, and business teams.
• Lead vendor evaluations, technology assessments, POCs, and implementation activities.
• Manage program budgets, resource planning, vendor coordination, and financial tracking.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, status reports, dashboards, and program updates.
• Identify and manage program risks, dependencies, issues, and mitigation plans.
• Drive accountability across project teams and ensure timely completion of key deliverables.

Skills

AI Governance

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Cybersecurity

Job description

Role Description

Senior AI & Cybersecurity Program Manager

Who We Are

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.

Visit us at UST.com.

You Are

UST is searching for an experienced Senior AI & Cybersecurity Program Manager to lead complex enterprise technology, cybersecurity, and emerging AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong program management experience, with exposure to AI/GenAI, AI governance, cybersecurity, risk, compliance, and enterprise technology adoption.

The Opportunity

• Lead and manage complex, enterprise-wide AI, cybersecurity, IT, and technology programs from planning through successful execution.
• Drive AI/GenAI initiatives, including enterprise AI adoption, Microsoft Copilot, emerging technology programs, and related governance activities.
• Develop and maintain program plans, milestones, dependencies, budgets, risks, issues, and action items.
• Establish and manage program governance frameworks, processes, and operating models.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across Cybersecurity, IT, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, Procurement, and business teams.
• Lead vendor evaluations, technology assessments, POCs, and implementation activities.
• Manage program budgets, resource planning, vendor coordination, and financial tracking.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, status reports, dashboards, and program updates.
• Identify and manage program risks, dependencies, issues, and mitigation plans.
• Drive accountability across project teams and ensure timely completion of key deliverables.

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What You Need

• 10+ years of Program Management experience leading complex cybersecurity, IT, or technology initiatives.
• 2+ years of exposure to AI, GenAI, Copilot, AI governance, or emerging technology programs.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional stakeholders across Security, IT, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, Procurement, and business teams.
• Strong track record driving vendor evaluations, POCs, budgeting, executive reporting, and governance programs.
• Experience building and running security awareness, change management, and adoption programs at enterprise scale.
• Ability to operate independently, drive accountability, manage risks, and communicate effectively with executives and technical teams.
• Nice to Have:
• Cybersecurity background (AI Security, Cloud Security, Privacy, GRC, Risk Management).
• Experience with AI governance frameworks, Responsible AI, NIST AI RMF, or enterprise AI adoption programs.
• PMP, PgMP, CISSP, CISM, or similar certifications.

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role Location

Austin, Texas

Compensation Range

$88,000-$132,000

Benefits

Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.

Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).

All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.

What We Believe

We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.

Humility

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

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Skills

AI Governance, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Cybersecurity