Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring an Expert Technical Program Manager for a fully remote, 6+ month contract opportunity with one of our leading global partners in the technology and digital entertainment space, based out of Austin, Texas.

Join our client’s team to lead high-impact initiatives across Security, IT, and Engineering. This role requires a seasoned program leader with deep technical knowledge, enterprise-scale experience, and the ability to drive alignment across large, matrixed organizations. You’ll play a crucial role in improving technology operations and strengthening enterprise systems through strategic program delivery and governance.

There is no application deadline for this role.

Expert Technical Program Manager Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex technology and security programs, ensuring alignment across Security, IT, Engineering, and cross-functional teams.

• Establish and manage program governance including roadmaps, status reports, risk tracking, and executive updates.

• Apply SAFe, Agile, and iterative delivery methodologies to streamline execution and operational flow.

• Drive technical discussions, clarify requirements, and ensure teams have clear priorities.

• Facilitate PI Planning, sprint planning, retrospectives, and manage cross-team dependencies.

• Utilize JIRA for portfolio planning, workflow optimization, reporting, and backlog management.

• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and improve program predictability.

• Support Security leadership with compliance tracking, vulnerability remediation, and risk-reduction efforts.

• Maintain clear, accessible documentation and decision logs across teams.

• Act as a trusted advisor to technical and executive-level stakeholders.

Expert Technical Program Manager Qualifications:

• 10+ years in Technical Program Management, Program Delivery, or Senior Project Management.

• Strong background in Security, Infrastructure, IT, or Cloud/Enterprise platforms.

• Expertise in SAFe, Agile, Scrum, and scaled delivery frameworks within enterprise environments.

• Advanced JIRA proficiency (dashboards, workflows, reporting, roadmaps).

• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams and understand system architecture and dependencies.

• Exceptional communication and executive-facing presentation skills.

• Strong analytical and risk-management mindset.

• Experience leading distributed teams across enterprise organizations.

• Experience in cybersecurity initiatives (vulnerability management, IAM, GRC, detection/response, cloud security) (preferred).

• Experience in gaming, entertainment, or regulated industries (preferred).

• Certifications such as SAFe SPC/PM, PMP, CSM, or relevant security certifications (preferred).

• Experience leading multi-year modernization or transformation programs (preferred).

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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