Technical Program Manager (L6), Identity and Access Management

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<div><p>At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.</p><h1></h1><h1><b><span>The Team</span></b></h1><p><span>The Security and Privacy Technical Program Management team is a force multiplier; we partner closely with engineering, product and business teams across Netflix to deliver results. We collaborate cross functionally to align on strategic goals and vision, and then we work with the right stakeholders to establish and drive impactful initiatives.</span></p><p></p><h1><b><span>The Role</span></b></h1><p><span>We are looking for a Technical Program Manager to drive program execution partnering with the Enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) Product and Engineering organization. In this role, you will be the glue that connects the dots between Identity product strategy and engineering execution. You will manage the overarching execution, stakeholder alignment, and change management for the IAM group, and work on high-impact initiatives to modernize our access management model, moving toward automated, least-privilege access.</span></p><p></p><p><span>We are leaning into the “T” (Technical) for this role. By technical, we mean that the ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the overall security domain and ability to gain a technical understanding of programs across their lifecycle. TPMs must be skilled at both strategy and execution as well as have depth in their technical domain.  </span></p><p></p><h1><b><span>What You Will Do</span></b></h1><ul><li><p><b>Execution of Strategic Initiatives:</b> <span>Support high-impact programs focused on modernizing the identity lifecycle, implementing Zero Trust architecture, and scaling secure access for diverse global business verticals and emerging technologies.</span></p></li><li><p><b>Establish Operational Rigor:</b><span> Define and drive program management best practices, including OKRs and execution roadmaps, to ensure engineering delivery aligns with long-term product strategy.</span></p></li><li><p><b>Change Management:</b><span><b> </b>Develop and execute comprehensive communication and change management plans for major infrastructure transitions, ensuring stakeholders are informed and impact to the business is minimized.</span></p></li><li><p><b>Manage Large-Scale Migrations:</b><span><b> </b>Lead the decommissioning of legacy tech debt while migrating users and systems to modern platforms.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><h1><b><span>Desired Background</span></b></h1><ul><li><p><span>Demonstrated ability to take a multi-year "North Star" vision and decompose it into executable milestones for engineering teams.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and communicate business impact to both engineers and executives.</span></p></li><li><p><span>You are able to triage multiple initiatives to make a judgment to tackle the right problems at the right time.</span></p></li><li><p><span>You have an ability to identify gaps in solutions, debate technical approaches and weigh-in on product vs technology tradeoffs.</span></p></li><li><p><span>You have familiarity with product security</span><span> principles and best practices, and have developed and driven security initiatives such as building platform wide authentication and authorization systems at scale</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proven success driving large-scale security or infrastructure programs across multiple teams</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong understanding of modern IAM protocols (SAML, OIDC, SCIM) and access control models like Fine-Grained Authorization (FGA)</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proven success driving large-scale infrastructure or security programs that involve significant organizational change management.</span></p></li></ul><p> </p>Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $420,000.00 - $630,000.00. This compensation range will vary based on location.<p></p><p>Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits <a target="_blank" href="https://jobs.netflix.com/work-life-philosophy"><span style="color:#0000ff"><u>here</u></span></a>.</p><p></p><p>Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more <a target="_blank" href="https://jobs.netflix.com/culture"><span style="color:#005cb9"><u>here</u></span></a>.</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://about.netflix.com/en/inclusion"><span style="color:#005cb9"><u>Inclusion</u></span></a><span style="color:#005cb9"> </span>is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.</p><p></p><p>We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.</p><p></p><p>Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.</p></div>

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