Google Seeks Program Manager to Bolster YouTube Security, Access, and Privacy
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Google is actively recruiting a Program Manager to join it’s YouTube Operations Technical Program Management (TPgM) team, focusing on critical security, access, and privacy initiatives. The role will be instrumental in mitigating risks associated with access controls and ensuring operational continuity within the expansive YouTube ecosystem.
The TPgM team functions as a central hub for program management across all of YouTube Operations, driving efficiency, prioritization, and the conversion of operational workflows. According to a company release, the team’s core mission is to ensure smooth product launches, facilitate growth, and implement cost-saving measures leveraging deep expertise in YouTube’s products and operations.
Did you know? – YouTube, owned by Google, is a massive platform. It hosts billions of videos and is used by billions of people worldwide. This scale necessitates robust security and privacy measures to protect users and content.
Supporting YouTube’s Core Operations
The position resides within the Support Program Management team, which directly supports YouTube’s Consumer Experience Operations (CXO), Creator success Operations (CSO), and Scaled Communications and Escalations (SCE) teams.A key aspect of this role will be establishing a strong working relationship with the Global Vendor Operations (GVO) team.
Pro tip: – Program Managers often need to be excellent communicators. they must clearly convey project goals, progress, and roadblocks to diverse stakeholders. Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are also crucial.
Focus on Risk Reduction and Access Management
As a Program Manager for Security, Access, and Privacy, the individual will collaborate closely with the Global Vendor Operations Risk, Compliance and Governance team. The primary objective will be to program manage initiatives designed to reduce risks stemming from excessive access permissions and to guarantee uninterrupted access processes – vital for business continuity.
“This role requires a high degree of collaboration,” stated a senior official. “The successful candidate will need to work effectively with a diverse range of partners, including other Operations teams, global Vendor Operations, Business Technology (BizTech), Product, Engineering, the Privacy Working Group, and Privacy, safety and Security teams.”
The responsibilities include diligent roadmap planning, tracking key milestones, and leading cross-functional initiatives. The Program Manager will also be a key driver of company-level Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), influencing team performance to achieve extraordinary outcomes.
Reader question: – What specific skills do you think are most important for a Program Manager in this role? What challenges might they face in balancing security, access, and privacy?
Compensation and Benefits
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 to $191,000, in addition to bonus, equity, and extensive benefits. Google emphasizes that individual pay within this range is steadfast by factors such as work location, job-related skills, experience, and educational background. Further details regarding location-specific salary ranges are available from the recruiter during the hiring process.
Potential applicants should note that the posted salary reflects only the base compensation and does not include additional benefits.More information on Google’s benefits package can be found on the company’s website.
Commitment to Diversity and inclusion
Google reaffirms its commitment to equal chance and affirmative action, striving to build a diverse workforce that reflects its global user base. The company’s policies prohibit discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristic. Resources detailing Google’s EEO policy, information on workplace discrimination, and its commitment to belonging are readily available.
Application Information
Google does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment ag
