Program Manager - Security Sales Engineering PMO

Cisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era. They are seeking a highly strategic and results-driven Program Manager to drive the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives and institutionalize operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with executive leadership to shape long-term objectives, driving cross-functional alignment to translate complex business strategies into high-impact, actionable roadmaps that influence enterprise-wide decision-making
• Lead high-visibility initiatives by developing comprehensive plans that proactively manage the end-to-end project lifecycle including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling and closing
• Implement robust governance frameworks and milestones to ensure strict alignment with Cisco’s organizational priorities
• Provide executive-level reporting, risk mitigation, and data-driven strategic recommendations to ensure seamless operational transitions and project success
• Drive continuous improvement and operations efficiency by leveraging Generative AI tools, building advanced automation workflows via Power Automate, and developing Power BI dashboards for enhanced data insights
• Architect and optimize complex, end-to-end Airtable solutions to streamline project delivery, automate reporting, and accelerate data-driven decision-making
• Coordinate multiple projects/programs in parallel to meet organizational priorities
• Plan, implement, and monitor programs throughout the program life cycle to support the strategic direction of the organization
• Manage program schedule, scope, and resources, adjusting to new requirements and constraints over the program lifecycle
• Plan and implement program governance structures in an organized and controlled fashion to ensure that decision making is occurring with the right people involved
• Regular communication of program delivery results and reporting
• Ongoing communications and change management supporting program objectives, adoption and maturity
• Identification, monitoring, and control of program risk, issues and interdependencies between projects
• Upskill, retrain, and develop the team as needed to address all the resource requirements

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic program management, with a proven track record of partnering with executive stakeholders to shape long-term objectives, drive cross-functional alignment, and lead high-visibility, end-to-end project lifecycles supported by robust governance, risk
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required
• BS/BA degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of professional experience in strategic program management within a global, matrixed technology environment
• Advanced level proficiency in AI tools, Airtable, Power Automate and Power BI