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About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing
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As a Program Manager within the Worldwide Field and Partner Center of Excellence, you will serve as the operational backbone for Security and Partner Enablement initiatives. You will translate high-level strategy into actionable plans, manage Agile operating rhythms including sprint planning and backlog management, and drive accountability across cross-functional teams of architects, engineers, and partners. Your daily work involves managing demo platform lifecycles, coordinating infrastructure activities, and developing technical readiness materials for partner workshops. To succeed, you must possess expertise in the Microsoft Security ecosystem, specifically tools like Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, and Intune. You will utilize Microsoft 365, Teams, Planner, Azure DevOps, Power Platform, and Copilot to automate processes and track program health while solving complex problems related to partner capacity and technical readiness within a global technical organization.
What does a Program Manager earn?
Median $172750 from 93 postings across 23 companies.
Drive end-to-end execution for Security and Partner Enablement workstreams by managing project plans, milestones, and risks.
Manage the team's Agile operating rhythm, including backlog management, sprint planning, and status reporting.
Act as the primary operational link between technical architects, partner leaders, engineering teams, and external vendors.
Oversee demo platform operations, including provisioning, maintenance, licensing, and lifecycle activities for partner workshops.
Identify infrastructure gaps and implement scalable processes or automation to improve team efficiency.
Develop technical content, workshop materials, and executive-ready updates in collaboration with subject matter experts.
Analyze program signals and operational data to report status and influence organizational improvements.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in consulting, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development (or equivalent).
4+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
Experience in the Microsoft partner ecosystem, a consulting organization, systems integrator, managed service provider, or technical delivery environment.
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Security ecosystem, including Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, and Intune.
Experience with Microsoft 365, Teams, Planner, Azure DevOps, Power Platform, or Copilot to manage work and automate processes.
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