Technical Program Manager

Aquent is partnering with an innovative company at the forefront of autonomous mobility technology. This organization is developing a next-generation transportation solution that combines advanced software, hardware, and connected systems. We’re seeking a Technical Program Manager, Product Security to drive cybersecurity initiatives, coordinate vulnerability management efforts, and help ensure security is integrated throughout the software development lifecycle.

We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager, Product Security to lead cross-functional cybersecurity programs with a primary focus on software vulnerability management, remediation, and product security.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with software engineering and cybersecurity teams to identify, prioritize, and resolve security vulnerabilities across internally developed software, third-party applications, open-source components, and cloud-based services. You’ll develop remediation plans, coordinate engineering efforts, track progress, and ensure security initiatives move forward despite competing priorities.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of cybersecurity and software development, combined with the ability to manage complex technical programs and communicate effectively with engineering teams and senior leadership. Experience in automotive cybersecurity is a plus, but candidates from other industries with relevant software security experience are encouraged to apply.

This is a long-term W2 contract opportunity based in Foster City, CA, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least 3 days onsite per week. The initial contract runs from January 5, 2027, through January 7, 2028, with potential for extension based on performance and business needs.

• Lead cross-functional technical programs focused on product security, software vulnerability management, and cybersecurity risk reduction.
• Partner with software engineering and cybersecurity teams to identify, assess, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities across internally developed software, third-party applications, and open-source components.
• Develop and manage vulnerability remediation plans, establish milestones, track progress, and drive resolution of identified security risks.
• Coordinate remediation efforts across multiple software development teams, ensuring vulnerabilities are addressed within established priorities and timelines.
• Work with security teams to understand findings from code scanning tools, penetration testing, red teaming, and other security assessment activities.
• Translate cybersecurity priorities into actionable project plans, roadmaps, schedules, and deliverables.
• Support security initiatives across software applications, cloud environments, embedded systems, and connected technologies.
• Identify program risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks, proactively escalating issues and driving cross-functional solutions.
• Develop and improve processes, tools, and workflows to strengthen vulnerability tracking, security program execution, and operational efficiency.
• Create clear technical presentations, program updates, and status reports to communicate risks, remediation progress, priorities, and accomplishments to engineering teams and leadership.
• Facilitate collaboration across engineering, product, cybersecurity, and other stakeholders to ensure successful execution of security initiatives.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years of experience in engineering, technical program management, or management consulting, including experience leading complex, cross-functional technical…