Sr. Technical Program Manager (Security)

About the Position

We are seeking a Sr. Technical Program Manager (Security) to join our growing Security team, focusing on program delivery, driving portfolio management, and operating model practices for Backblaze.

About Backblaze

Backblaze is the object storage leader in the open cloud movement, helping customers break free from restrictive, overpriced legacy solutions and embrace the full power of the open cloud. Founded in 2007, we have scaled our business to generate over $100 million in revenue and manage over three billion gigabytes of data storage for 500K+ customers in 175+ countries.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of enterprise security programs (e.g., vulnerability management, incident response readiness, identity and access management, data protection, cloud security) from initiation through delivery
• Communicate technical security concepts and program status clearly to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders
• Develop and maintain detailed program plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation across multiple concurrent security initiatives
• Identify, track, and mitigate program risks and dependencies, escalating blockers to leadership with clear options and recommendations
• Drive cross-functional coordination between engineering, product, legal, and third-party vendors to ensure security controls are implemented on schedule
• Establish and report on program goals, dashboards, and status updates for executive and board-level audiences
• Manage the intake, prioritization, and tracking of security findings, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts across teams
• Support incident response coordination, including post-incident reviews and follow-up action tracking
• Continuously improve program management processes, tooling, and governance frameworks specific to security operations
• Foster a culture of transparency and trust, apply lean value-driven approach, manage by influence, support and empower technical teams through servant leadership
• In partnership with other TPMs, participate in implementation of continuous cross-functional process improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience); Master's degree a plus
• 8+ years of technical program management experience, including 3+ years managing security-focused programs
• Strong understanding of security domains: vulnerability management, threat modeling, identity and access management, network security, cloud security, and incident response
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, HIPAA, or FedRAMP
• Relevant security certifications, such as Cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate)

Nice to Have

• Ability to adapt agile management principles to a variety of development environments
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex, cross-functional programs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risk into business impact for executive audiences
• Strong analytical and risk-assessment skills, with experience using program management and ticketing tools
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and influence without direct authority across engineering, legal, and executive teams
• High attention to detail, sound judgment under pressure, and comfort operating with ambiguity during active incidents
• Experience with Atlassian & Google product suites a plus

We Offer

• Healthcare for family, including dental and vision
• Competitive compensation and 401K
• RSU grants for full-time employees
• ESPP program
• Flexible vacation policy
• Maternity & paternity leave
• MacBook Pro to use for work, plus a generous stipend to personalize your workstation
• Childcare bonus (human children only)
• Fertility treatment and support
• Learning & development program
• Commuter benefits
• Culture that supports a healthy work-life balance

Expected Salary

The expected salary range for this role is $130,000 - $150,000 USD per year.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Backblaze, we value being fair and good to our customers, partners, and employees. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our values. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel a sense of belonging regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, socio-economic status, ability, veteran status, and education. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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