What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Program Manager position at Obsidian Security?
Obsidian Security, established in 2017, emerged with a clear mission : addressing the overlooked blind spot in SaaS Security. Recognizing that SaaS applications empower employees and safeguard crucial business information, our focus is on preventing the detrimental consequences that arise when these tools face disruptions or data is compromised.At Obsidian, we take pride in offering the most robust and comprehensive SaaS defense solution in the industry. Our commitment is unwavering—we aim to efficiently and effectively tackle the challenges of SaaS Security for our customers.As a passionate team, we are dedicated to optimizing for impact by addressing some of the most significant cybersecurity challenges. Our approach involves attentive listening to our customers, rapid iteration, and going above and beyond to not just meet but exceed their expectations. Joining Obsidian means contributing to an industry-leading cybersecurity product within an environment where customer satisfaction, privacy, and data ethics are held in the highest regard.Job DescriptionObsidian Security is seeking an experienced Program Manager to drive collaboration between our engineering and product teams. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring seamless execution of cross-functional projects, delivering high-quality outcomes, and keeping stakeholders informed on progress. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at working in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities : Serve as the primary liaison between engineering and product teams, ensuring alignment on goals, priorities, and timelines.Coordinate and track the progress of cross-functional projects, identifying and addressing bottlenecks to ensure timely delivery.Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables.Create clear, concise, and actionable progress reports to update executive leadership on the status of ongoing initiatives.Facilitate effective communication across teams, ensuring all stakeholders have the information they need to make informed decisions.Identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and escalate issues as needed.Drive accountability and transparency across teams to achieve organizational goals.Contribute to improving internal processes and workflows to optimize collaboration and efficiency.Minimum Qualifications : 5 years of experience in program or project management roles, preferably in a SaaS or technology company.Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional projects involving product and engineering teams.Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.Proven ability to create clear, compelling, and professional reports for executive audiences.Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with an emphasis on fostering collaboration and alignment.Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, or Asana.A track record of identifying and mitigating risks in complex projects.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.Preferred Qualifications : Experience in a cybersecurity or SaaS company.Familiarity with Agile methodologies and software development lifecycle (SDLC).Background in data analysis or reporting tools, such as Tableau or Power BI.Experience in presenting progress and outcomes to C-suite leadership.Join us at Obsidian Security and help bridge the gap between engineering and product teams, ensuring we deliver impactful, high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our customers. If you are passionate about driving collaboration and are ready to take on a pivotal role, we’d love to hear from you!Employee Benefits : Our competitive benefits packages are designed to support our employees' well-being, both at work and at home.Compensation range $130k - $205k with equity and 401kComprehensive healthcare with dental and vision coverageFlexible paid time off and paid holiday time off12 weeks of new parent or family leavePersonal and professional development resourcesAt Obsidian, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and hire for talent, passion, and compassion. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to submit satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization.
Salary : $130,000 - $205,000