Senior Program Lead - Cross-Functional IT & Security

Highmark Health; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 94,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Program Manager to lead complex cross-functional programs, defining delivery roadmaps and managing multi-project interdependencies. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, KPI reporting, and cost optimization across enterprise initiatives.

The candidate should have strong leadership, risk management and stakeholder communication skills, with a proven track record in IS/IT or IT security programs and PMP/CISSP certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Marketing or Information Systems.
• 7 years in IS/IT or IT Security.
• 5 years of Project/Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Cross-functional collaboration and interdependency management between projects, products/technologies, functions and/or customers.
• Work with the executive sponsor to understand business objectives for the area.
• Ensure clear communication including security initiatives and remediation planning.
• Measure program effectiveness and report progress.
• Lead change management to mitigate security risks.
• Mentor other Program Managers.

Skills

Change Management

Presentation Delivery

Prioritizing

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Risk Mitigation

Conflict Resolution

Customer Relationships

Leadership

Planning & Organization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Education, Marketing or Information Systems

Six years relevant experience

Master's Degree in Business Administration or Business Management

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a Program Manager to lead complex cross-functional programs, defining delivery roadmaps and managing multi-project interdependencies. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, KPI reporting, and cost optimization across enterprise initiatives.

The candidate should have strong leadership, risk management and stakeholder communication skills, with a proven track record in IS/IT or IT security programs and PMP/CISSP certifications preferred.