Global Network Manager Perth
•Navitas· 34m
💻 Engineering⏰ Full-time🎯 Lead / Principal🇦🇺 Perth, Australia
34m ago
Kong·about 5 hours ago
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If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others.
We are seeking a dynamic, well-rounded Sr. Technical Program Manager (TPM) to join our Cybersecurity team within the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (OCISO) at Kong. The ideal candidate for this role is a TPM who can support a broad range of cybersecurity initiatives across the Kong from risk management and compliance automation to security operations and technical delivery.
The ideal candidate will bring experience working on an Information Security or Cybersecurity team, with a strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and technical program delivery. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are desirable.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and manage Kong Cybersecurity Programs across OCISO
Establish, develop and track KPIs
Collaborate with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to define, prioritize, and deliver technical solutions.
Present complex technical challenges and resolutions to leadership and stakeholders.
Stay current on regulatory and industry standards (for example, ISO 27001,PCI-DSS, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53) to inform risk and control strategies.
Build strategies for issue and risk mitigation, contingency planning, and compliance adherence.
Demonstrate ownership and autonomy in managing programs and delivering high-quality results.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Experience working on an Information Security or Cybersecurity team.
Strong program and project management skills with a deep understanding of security and audit frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, PCI, ISO, FedRAMP).
Ability to bridge the gap between Product, Engineering, and Architecture to facilitate solutions.
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and organizational skills.
Technical credibility to engage with engineers and understand infrastructure, cloud, and network security.
Ability to influence across teams and drive alignment in a complex, matrixed environment.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving complex problems with a proactive mindset.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in Cloud Risk Management, Cybersecurity, or related fields.
5+ years in a Technical Program Manager or similar role.
Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, CGEIT, PMP.
Work Environment
Hybrid-friendly with occasional travel
May require occasional on-call availability and work outside standard hours.
About Kong:
Kong Inc., a leading developer of cloud API technologies, is on a mission to enable companies around the world to become “API-first” and securely accelerate AI adoption. Kong helps organizations globally — from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises — unleash developer productivity, build securely, and accelerate time to market. For more information about Kong, please visit www.konghq.com or follow us on X @thekonginc.
