Senior TPM - Risk & Data Center Programs

Google; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 163,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Technical Program Manager for Risk Management in the SPARC Portfolio to lead cross-functional risk programs across our global data center operations. You will help maintain accurate risk profiles, monitor existing and new risks, and present actionable insights to stakeholders.

You will develop KRIs, risk reports, and playbooks, collaborate with risk coordinators, and drive improvements in controls and incident analyses while coordinating with executives, engineers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in program management.
• 5 years of experience in technical program management or risk management within data center infrastructure, operations, or physical security environments.
• 3 years leading cross-functional risk assessment, mitigation, or business continuity programs.
• 3 years analyzing operational data, developing KRIs, and presenting risk profiles to leadership across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive data center risk management framework, registers, and threat assessments.
• Design, implement, and evaluate risk mitigation strategies, controls, business continuity plans, and disaster recovery processes.
• Establish Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), perform regular audits, and deliver executive reporting and incident analyses.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for global stakeholders, leading cross-functional alignment and managing risk acceptance workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement of risk policies, playbooks, tools, and dashboards to adapt to evolving threats and technical architectures.

Skills

Program management

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Google Workspace applications

Reporting tools

Job description

Google is seeking a Technical Program Manager for Risk Management in the SPARC Portfolio to lead cross-functional risk programs across our global data center operations. You will help maintain accurate risk profiles, monitor existing and new risks, and present actionable insights to stakeholders.

You will develop KRIs, risk reports, and playbooks, collaborate with risk coordinators, and drive improvements in controls and incident analyses while coordinating with executives, engineers, and