Program Manager
Akamai · Posted Oct 1
Cloud computing, cybersecurity, and content delivery network services
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About the role
Akamai's Application & Infrastructure Security Program Management team leads, structures, and executes the company's most critical security programs. As a Program Manager, you will collaborate cross-functionally with global, distributed teams to drive execution, manage timelines and dependencies, and keep stakeholders aligned. The role focuses on proactive problem solving, clear documentation, and continuous process improvement across security initiatives.
What you will do
- Proactive Problem Solving: Spotting potential risks early, identifying process bottlenecks, and taking early action to help keep projects on track.
- Global Team Coordination: Managing timelines, tracking dependencies, and facilitating smooth collaboration across distributed, international time zones.
- Driven to Get Clarity: Asking thoughtful questions, validating assumptions, and digging into the details until key stakeholders have necessary clarity.
- Clear Communication & Documentation: Keeping project documentation, status reports, and stakeholder updates clear, organized, and up to date.
- Process Improvement & Collaboration: Bringing strong initiative, learning from senior team members, and working as a supportive, reliable team player to refine team workflows.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bring foundational experience driving cross-functional projects
- Have 2+ years of experience in program management skills
- Show strong self-management, taking initiative to drive daily progress and find answers without needing constant step-by-step direction.
- Use great communication and organizational skills to keep stakeholders aligned, keep track of key details, and document decisions clearly.
- Adapt comfortably when priorities shift, keeping a positive focus and maintaining project momentum.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Akamai
Akamai is a global cloud computing, cybersecurity, and content delivery network company that powers and protects digital experiences online. Its distributed edge platform optimizes web and application performance while providing robust enterprise security solutions. The company serves major global enterprises across various industries, enabling scalable cloud infrastructure and advanced threat mitigation.
- Industry
- Cloud Computing
- Company size
- 11000+ employees
- Founded
- 1998
- Location
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company · $61.5M raised
- 2023-08-16Post Ipo Debt
Leadership
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
EVP & Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer & GM, Cloud Technology Group
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