Mid Level Security Program Manager Jobs
Mid level security program manager jobs go to professionals ready to own security programs end to end, drive risk decisions with limited oversight, and mentor junior team members. Openings run across Technology & Software, Retail, and Banking & Financial Services, with a strong mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like Amazon, Apple, and Stripe hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
ByteDance Data Center Development team is responsible for building Data Center and Network in the European region. Our work involves, but not limiting to, data center innovation, implementing advanced technologies and renewable energy to achieve carbon-neutrality, rapid project delivery, capacity planning, process and risk control, cost management, etc. Our objective is to provide ByteDance with efficient Data Center infrastructure services to support our business growth.
Responsibilities
- Ensure on-time delivery of multiple large-scale data center projects for Access Control System, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Video Surveillance System across the US and Brazil Region
- Work hand-in-hand with data center project managers in aligning security installation schedules and progress to support delivery timeline
- Manage security vendors that perform Enterprise Access Control and Video Surveillance system installation, programming and testing
- Guide ByteDance site team to regularly monitor security infrastructure installation progress by data center providers
- Partner closely with ByteDance design managers in reviewing security design of the data centers, as well as compliance of standards and specifications
- Support the ByteDance commercial team in works related to expansion into new countries, such as site survey, security vendor RFP and onboarding, etc
- Collaborate with cross-department teams to align on future security architecture and retrofit works, with occasional syncs during different timezones
- Drive and own department's security program initiatives such as review of security design standards, design documentations, cost optimization, system technology development roadmap, knowledge sharing of security technology, etc
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors in Engineering or other IT/Security technology related qualifications (e.g. PSP, CPP, CSPM or product-specific certifications)
- 3+ years of direct hands-on experience in the implementation of Enterprise Video Surveillance and Access Control Systems, with preference for critical infrastructure projects
- At least 1 year of experience in managing security vendors as an end user or client role
- Familiarity in physical security design standards for data centers in US region
- Must possess a high degree of integrity and accountability, as well as the ability to lead and inspire change even without authority
- Demonstrate stakeholder management during times of conflicting priorities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification in PMP will be a plus
- Certification in CPP or familiarity of physical security operations in data centers will be a plus
- Basic knowledge of IP networking will be a plus
- Lenel OnGuard, Milestone, Genetec certifications
About us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.
WHY JOIN BYTEDANCE
Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life – a mission we work towards every day. As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
JOB INFORMATION
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $108000 - $208800 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
INTRODUCTION
ByteDance Data Center Development team is responsible for building Data Center and Network in the European region. Our work involves, but not limiting to, data center innovation, implementing advanced technologies and renewable energy to achieve carbon-neutrality, rapid project delivery, capacity planning, process and risk control, cost management, etc. Our objective is to provide ByteDance with efficient Data Center infrastructure services to support our business growth.
Responsibilities
- Ensure on-time delivery of multiple large-scale data center projects for Access Control System, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Video Surveillance System across the US and Brazil Region
- Work hand-in-hand with data center project managers in aligning security installation schedules and progress to support delivery timeline
- Manage security vendors that perform Enterprise Access Control and Video Surveillance system installation, programming and testing
- Guide ByteDance site team to regularly monitor security infrastructure installation progress by data center providers
- Partner closely with ByteDance design managers in reviewing security design of the data centers, as well as compliance of standards and specifications
- Support the ByteDance commercial team in works related to expansion into new countries, such as site survey, security vendor RFP and onboarding, etc
- Collaborate with cross-department teams to align on future security architecture and retrofit works, with occasional syncs during different timezones
- Drive and own department's security program initiatives such as review of security design standards, design documentations, cost optimization, system technology development roadmap, knowledge sharing of security technology, etc
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors in Engineering or other IT/Security technology related qualifications (e.g. PSP, CPP, CSPM or product-specific certifications)
- 3+ years of direct hands-on experience in the implementation of Enterprise Video Surveillance and Access Control Systems, with preference for critical infrastructure projects
- At least 1 year of experience in managing security vendors as an end user or client role
- Familiarity in physical security design standards for data centers in US region
- Must possess a high degree of integrity and accountability, as well as the ability to lead and inspire change even without authority
- Demonstrate stakeholder management during times of conflicting priorities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification in PMP will be a plus
- Certification in CPP or familiarity of physical security operations in data centers will be a plus
- Basic knowledge of IP networking will be a plus
- Lenel OnGuard, Milestone, Genetec certifications
About us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.
WHY JOIN BYTEDANCE
Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life – a mission we work towards every day. As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
JOB INFORMATION
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $108000 - $208800 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
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Mid Level Security Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level security program manager job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight programs you led rather than supported, decisions you made independently, and measurable outcomes like reduced risk exposure or faster incident response. Tailor your resume to show cross-functional coordination and communication with stakeholders. Mid level roles reward candidates who demonstrate they can manage ambiguity and drive a program forward without constant direction.
Which companies hire mid level security program managers?
Companies hiring mid level security program managers right now include Amazon, Apple, and Stripe, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises with dedicated security functions, government contractors, and technology companies scaling their compliance and risk programs.
Are there remote mid level security program manager jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level. About 44% of mid level security program manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves documentation, stakeholder communication, and cross-team coordination that translates well to distributed environments. On-site roles tend to concentrate in regulated industries with physical security requirements.
How do I move up to a mid level security program manager role?
Growth from entry level into mid level comes from progressively owning more of a program rather than executing tasks assigned to you. That means volunteering to lead a workstream, taking responsibility for a compliance initiative, and building a record of measurable impact. Deepening a specialization, such as third-party risk, security awareness, or incident response, also signals readiness for mid level scope and responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level security program managers?
Mid Level security program manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate under significant regulatory requirements, handle sensitive data at scale, or manage complex vendor ecosystems that require structured, ongoing security program oversight.