Senior Program Manager

Microsoft

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Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$101,800–$193,800 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Mar 14, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $195k
This role $148k
$86k most similar roles pay here $248k

This role pays less than 92% of similar roles. Most pay $170,000–$219,100 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $148k versus about $195k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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

Microsoft currently has 633 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $119,800–$234,700 across 621 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Program Manager

Senior Program Manager - CTJ - Top Secret serves as a critical link between customer stakeholders and internal teams to drive project success within complex environments. This role involves managing the full delivery lifecycle, including initiation, planning, risk management, and contract fulfillment for projects of medium to high complexity. You will build detailed project management plans, oversee financial health through accurate forecasting and cost management, and ensure adherence to strict security and data governance standards. Key responsibilities include facilitating the contracting process for partner resources, mentoring colleagues, and managing stakeholder communications regarding project health. The role requires expertise in project management principles, quality management techniques, and proactive risk mitigation. You will navigate complex requirements involving cloud consumption, infrastructure delivery, and government compliance while ensuring all deliverables meet high-quality standards and security certifications.

What does a Program Manager earn?

Median $174600 from 87 postings across 22 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop detailed project management plans and work breakdown structures to ensure predictable delivery for projects of medium to high complexity.
  • Manage project finances by tracking budgets, forecasting revenue, managing costs, and ensuring engagement profitability.
  • Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks including security, data compliance, and operational hurdles.
  • Facilitate the contracting process for partner resources, including interviewing candidates and onboarding them to the team.
  • Drive customer satisfaction by acting as a liaison between stakeholders and internal teams to resolve issues and manage expectations.
  • Oversee project metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure high-quality deliverables and timely completion.
  • Mentor junior colleagues and share institutional knowledge or intellectual property across the broader organization.
  • Ensure all projects adhere to strict security, data governance, and contract compliance standards throughout the lifecycle.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 3+ years of project management experience or equivalent experience.
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance.
  • Verification of U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 8+ years of project management experience or equivalent experience (preferred).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
  • 4+ years of financial management experience (preferred).
  • Agile, Scrum Master, PMI-ACP, or PSM1 certification (preferred).
  • Experience with customers in the Department of the Air Force (preferred).

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