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Program Manager, Third Party Security

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

LocationRedwood City, CA (Hybrid)

Work ModeHybrid Remote

DepartmentThird Party Security

Posted 3h ago

The Team

Across our work in Science, Education, and within our communities, we pair technology with grantmaking, impact investing, and collaboration to help accelerate the pace of progress toward our mission. Our Operations organization provides the support needed to push this work forward.
Operations consists of our Brand & Communications, Central Tech, Finance, People, Real Estate/Workplace/Events/Facilities/Security (REWFS), Strategy & Operations, and Ventures teams. These teams provide the essential operations, services, and strategies needed to support CZI’s progress toward achieving its mission to build a better future for everyone.

The Opportunity

As we engage with the communities we serve, we operate from a foundation of trust. We recognize that the responsible collection, use, and protection of information is essential to that trust. Across our products and initiatives, safety, privacy, and security are embedded throughout the entire lifecycle.

We are seeking a program leader who is deeply committed to strengthening Third Party Security. The Third Party Security Program Manager will provide oversight, coordination, and execution support to advance key initiatives and ensure the effectiveness and maturity of the Third Party Security program.

What You'll Do

Lead end-to-end project management for high-priority initiatives, including tool integrations, new system builds, data migrations, launch of new service offerings, and other cross-functional efforts.

Develop, update and implement program documentation, including but not limited to procedures, technical materials, templates, training materials, etc.

Work on special projects as needed to enhance the Third Party Security program and streamline the operations process.

Perform security assessments of new or existing vendors. This includes gathering information security controls evidence, and review of evidence from third-parties on behalf of our internal clients.

Drive remediation efforts on findings identified during or after the vendor security assessment.

Act as an escalation point and SME for junior assessors on the team for high risk engagements.

Help demonstrate CZI’s commitment to security within the company and benchmark best practices across industries

Nurture, drive and maintain partnership relationships with internal clients and subject matter experts in Legal, Privacy and Security

Demonstrate strong customer service skills with the ability to think independently to ensure a smooth evidence collection experience for both internal partners and vendors.

What You'll Bring

5+ years of experience in third party security, risk management, audit, or related fields

Experience supporting programs or projects, with the ability to drive assigned workstreams through completion

Ability to conduct risk assessments and provide practical control guidance, escalating complex issues as appropriate

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting timelines

Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a service-oriented mindset

Proactive, accountable, and collaborative approach to achieving team goals

Compensation

The Redwood City, CA base pay range for a new hire in this role is $134,000 - $183,700. New hires are typically hired into the lower portion of the range, enabling employee growth in the range over time. Actual placement in range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process.

This position may be eligible to participate in CZI's discretionary annual performance bonus program. Bonus eligibility and targets are determined in accordance with CZI's total rewards philosophy and may vary by role.

Better Together

As we grow, we’re excited to strengthen in-person connections and cultivate a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This role is a hybrid position requiring you to be onsite for at least 60% of the working month, approximately 3 days a week, with specific in-office days determined by the team’s manager. The exact schedule will be at the hiring manager's discretion and communicated during the interview process.

Benefits for the Whole You

We’re thankful to have an incredible team behind our work. To honor their commitment, we offer a wide range of benefits to support the people who make all we do possible.

Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.

Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.

Funding for select family-forming benefits.

Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving

If you’re interested in a role but your previous experience doesn’t perfectly align with each qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the perfect fit for this or another role.

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