Senior Program Manager

TechBiz Global GmbH; United States; Remote; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

TechBiz Global is recruiting a Senior Program Manager to lead the IGA program within the Global IT Security function for a client. This remote, 6-month engagement focuses on delivering a multi-year roadmap, governance structures, and agile transformation using JIRA.

You will coordinate with HR, IT infrastructure, and GIS leadership, mentor PMs, and deliver leadership updates for executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Program Manager in large, global organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.
• Experience establishing governance frameworks and reporting mechanisms in large IT initiatives.
• Strong background in agile methodologies and hands‑on experience with JIRA and agile metrics.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Experience leading multiple workstreams and mentoring PMs.
• IGA/cybersecurity experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning and execution of the IGA Program within Global IT Security.
• Develop and maintain a multi-year program roadmap.
• Set up governance structures, tools, and reporting frameworks.
• Drive agile transformation using JIRA for sprint management and reporting.
• Act as a strategic liaison between cross‑functional leadership teams including HR, IT infrastructure, and GIS.
• Oversee and mentor junior project managers.
• Escalate issues and risks and mitigate challenges.
• Prepare and deliver leadership decks and weekly status reports for executives.
• Collaborate with the Director of GIS IAM to resolve issues and update the SteerCo.
• Partner with GBS IT PMO leadership to align on program structure and provide updates.

Skills

Program management

Agile

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Tools

JIRA

Job description

At TechBiz Global , we are providing recruitment service to our TOP clients from our portfolio. We are currently seeking a Program Manager to join one of our clients' teams. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in a innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you. We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the implementation of an Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) Program within the Global IT Security (GIS) function of our client’s organization. This is a hands‑on, strategic role that requires strong program governance, organizational navigation, and agile transformation experience. You will be responsible for developing and executing a multi-year roadmap for the IGA initiative, transitioning the program from a traditional waterfall model to a more agile, iterative approach using JIRA and real‑time reporting tools. You will also manage key stakeholder relationships, report to leadership, and direct supporting project managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning and execution of the IGA Program within Global IT Security.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive multi-year program roadmap.
• Set up the appropriate program governance structures, tools, and reporting frameworks.
• Drive agile transformation within the IGA program, including setting up burn‑down charts and leveraging JIRA for sprint management and reporting.
• Act as a strategic liaison between cross‑functional leadership teams including HR, IT infrastructure, and GIS.
• Oversee and mentor junior project managers supporting the program.
• Escalate issues and risks promptly and proactively mitigate challenges.
• Prepare and deliver high‑quality leadership decks and weekly status reports for executive stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of GIS IAM to resolve issues, assess program impacts, and update IGA Steering Committee (SteerCo).
• Partner with GBS IT PMO leadership (VP level) to align on program structure and provide updates to executive forums, including MC and MDM.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Program Manager, preferably in large, global organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and navigate complex organizational structures.
• Experience establishing program governance frameworks and reporting mechanisms in large IT initiatives.
• Strong background in agile methodologies and hands‑on experience with JIRA and agile metrics (e.g., burn‑down charts).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and lead supporting PMs.
• Experience in cybersecurity and/or identity governance (IGA) is a strong plus, but not mandatory.

Soft Skills

• Strategic mindset with a hands‑on approach
• Clear communicator and proactive problem solver
• Strong organizational awareness and political acumen

Highlights Contract Details

• Duration: 6 months (with possible extension)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: Remote (anywhere)
• Reporting To: Director, GIS IAM / GBS IT PMO

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