Technical Program Manager (Identity/Security)
Posted Today by Harvey Nash
£55 Per hour
Undetermined
Remote
Nationwide
Summary: We are looking for a Technical Program Manager (IC5) to join a high-performing platform team within a leading global social media company. This remote role focuses on delivering enterprise-grade identity, access management, security, and platform reliability solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical program management experience and strong communication skills to engage with cross-functional stakeholders. The position offers a 12-month contract with a potential extension and a competitive hourly rate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and drive the delivery of complex technical programs focused on enterprise identity & access management, threat intelligence and security, and platform system reliability and performance.
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams across the UK and US.
- Own the end-to-end program lifecycle, from initiation to completion and retrospectives.
- Manage project risks, issues, and escalations proactively.
- Prepare and present status updates and reports to leadership.
- Coordinate resources and manage project scope and timelines.
- Support strategy alignment and ensure platform decisions meet evolving product requirements.
Key Skills:
- Minimum 10 years' experience in program management, ideally in identity, security, or system reliability.
- Proven ability to manage complex technical projects with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Google Suite, and other project management software.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Industry experience in banking, fintech, or large-scale technology companies is desirable.
- Familiarity with platform ecosystems.
Salary (Rate): £55/hour
City: undetermined
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Job Title: Technical Program Manager (IC5)
Location: Remote (UK preferred)
Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential 3-month extension)
Start Date: 4 weeks from offer
Bonus: 15%
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Client: Leading Global Social Media Company
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager (IC5) to join a high-performing platform team within a globally recognised social media organisation. This role will be instrumental in delivering enterprise-grade identity, access management, security, and platform reliability solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical program management experience, outstanding communication skills, and a strong background in cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and drive the delivery of complex technical programs focused on:
- Enterprise Identity & Access Management
- Threat Intelligence and Security
- Platform System Reliability and Performance
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams across the UK and US
- Own the end-to-end program lifecycle, from initiation to completion and retrospectives
- Manage project risks, issues, and escalations proactively
- Prepare and present status updates and reports to leadership
- Coordinate resources and manage project scope and timelines
- Support strategy alignment and ensure platform decisions meet evolving product requirements
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 10 years' experience in program management, ideally in identity, security, or system reliability
- Proven ability to manage complex technical projects with cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Google Suite, and other project management software
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Desirable Skills
- Industry experience in banking, fintech, or large-scale technology companies
- Familiarity with platform ecosystems
This is an exciting opportunity to work with one of the world's most influential tech brands, shaping secure and scalable systems for enterprise clients. If you are a results-driven technical leader looking to make an impact-apply today.