Technical Program Manager, Security - Detection & Response (AI)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Program Manager (AI/Security): Defining and executing critical security programs focusing on detection and response, insider risk, and security observability with an accent on API design, database performance, and scalability. Focus on leading transformational initiatives, building programmatic foundations for D&R capabilities, and integrating AI into security workflows.

Location: Hybrid, based in San Francisco, New York City, or Seattle, US

Salary: $365,000–$435,000 USD

Company

hirify.global creates reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems with a mission to build safe and beneficial AI for users and society.

What you will do

• Define and drive the strategy, roadmap, and execution of insider risk, observability, and threat detection programs.
• Lead company-wide security programs with executive impact, spanning multiple organizations.
• Develop program charters, governance frameworks, and communication strategies for evolving security domains.
• Partner with Security Engineering to define requirements and coordinate implementation of security telemetry.
• Lead insider risk program execution, balancing privacy, legal, and operational considerations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to communicate program vision, risks, and progress.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 5+ years leading large-scale Security Engineering programs.
• Technical expertise in detection and response technologies including Splunk, Detection Engineering, and Security Operations.
• Proven experience as a Technical Program Manager in a cybersecurity or technology environment.
• Executive communication skills with a demonstrated ability to influence decisions at the senior leadership and C-suite level.
• Experience leading incident investigation efforts and coordinating communications across stakeholders.
• Ability to manage highly ambiguous problems and navigate challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Experience building insider risk or insider threat programs from scratch.
• Background in security operations center (SOC) leadership or detection engineering management.
• Experience with security programs in AI/ML research environments.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP).
• Prior technical experience as a security engineer, detection engineer, or incident responder.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including optional equity donation matching.
• Generous vacation and parental leave, with flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to collaborate in a lovely office space.
• Visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.
• Commitment to ethical AI research and fostering a diverse team.
• Emphasis on a single cohesive team working on large-scale research efforts.