Enterprise Source Management Program Lead

Enterprise Open Source Management Program Lead

Anywhere

Type:
Contract

Category:
Product Management

Industry: Financial Services

Workplace Type:
Remote

Standard

Hours:

Open

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Date Posted: 09/10/2026

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Remote. Lead the design and implementation planning for our client's Enterprise Open Source Management Program and software supply chain security strategy. Operate across Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Dev Ops, Asset Management, Architecture, and Technology teams to define the program's operating model, governance framework, roadmap, staffing strategy, budget requirements, and implementation approach. This senior individual contributor will drive enterprise capabilities that improve visibility, governance, and risk management for open source software, libraries, packages, containers, and related development artifacts.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $85.00 to $95.00/hr. w2

• Lead the design and development of an Enterprise Open Source Management Program, including governance, operating model, scope, roadmap, and implementation strategy.
• Facilitate collaboration among Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Dev Ops, Asset Management, Architecture, Risk Management, and related teams to establish program requirements and priorities.
• Partner with stakeholders to evaluate current-state capabilities, identify gaps, and define future-state processes supporting open source governance and software supply chain security.
• Develop program proposals, business cases, staffing plans, budget estimates, and implementation roadmaps for executive review and approval.
• Define enterprise processes for open source software intake, approval, exception management, and ongoing governance activities.
• Develop recommendations for policies, standards, controls, and supporting procedures related to open source software management and software supply chain risk.
• Support development of a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) strategy and associated processes that improve visibility into software components, dependencies, and associated risks.
• Facilitate proof-of-concept activities and pilot implementations that validate proposed processes, technologies, and operating models.
• Evaluate tooling capabilities and assist with technology assessments, vendor reviews, and solution recommendations that support program objectives.
• Partner with development teams to understand software development workflows and ensure program recommendations can be effectively integrated into existing engineering practices.
• Drive stakeholder alignment by facilitating workshops, working groups, governance forums, and executive-level discussions.
• Provide transparency and ongoing communications regarding program status, strategic recommendations, risks, dependencies, and milestones.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging threats, regulatory developments, and leading practices associated with open source software governance and software supply chain security.
• Develop educational materials, guidance, and communication artifacts that support adoption of program principles and expectations throughout the organization.
• Influence outcomes and drive decision-making without direct authority across highly matrixed teams and organizations.

• 5+ years in cybersecurity, application security, software development, technology governance, software supply chain security, Dev Sec Ops , or related disciplines.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholder groups and competing priorities.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments and translate strategic objectives into actionable implementation plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive presentations, business cases, and strategic recommendations.
• Ability to influence outcomes and drive decisions without direct management authority.
• Understanding of SDLC practices and modern software delivery methodologies.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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