Senior Program Manager

Microsoft

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Salary
$101,800–$193,800 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Mar 10, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $196k
This role $148k
$86k most similar roles pay here $251k

This role pays less than 91% of similar roles. Most pay $170,000–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $148k versus about $196k 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 589 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $119,800–$234,700 across 580 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Program Manager

Senior Program Manager - CTJ - TS/SCI serves as a key lead in managing complex project lifecycles while fostering strong customer partnerships through technical expertise. The role involves driving project initiation, developing detailed management plans, and overseeing delivery for projects of medium to high complexity. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing account delivery, ensuring security compliance, tracking financial health, and facilitating the contracting process for partner resources. You will also manage risk mitigation, oversee stakeholder communications, and mentor colleagues to bridge skill gaps. Essential competencies include advanced project management principles, financial management, and experience with agile methodologies or scrum practices. This role operates within a high-security environment, requiring an active U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI clearance to support government agency customers while navigating complex requirements regarding data governance, confidentiality, and security standards across the entire delivery lifecycle.

What does a Program Manager earn?

Median $170526 from 102 postings across 24 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop detailed project management plans to ensure predictable delivery for projects of medium to high complexity.
  • Manage project finances by tracking budgets, forecasting revenue, and optimizing resource utilization across workstreams.
  • Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks including security, data compliance, and technical hurdles.
  • Facilitate the contracting process for partner resources, including interviewing, onboarding, and managing subcontractor contracts.
  • Drive customer satisfaction by acting as a liaison between stakeholders and internal teams to resolve issues.
  • Oversee project metrics and key performance indicators to ensure high-quality deliverables and timely completion.
  • Mentor junior colleagues and share best practices regarding project management principles and intellectual property.
  • Lead the transition from sales to delivery by defining scope, work breakdown structures, and resource requirements.

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/SCI 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 (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 Armed Services (preferred).

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