Prudential Financial

Lead, Technical Program Management

Prudential Financial • $123K — $204K *
Newark, NJ 07104In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in program/project management, with agile delivery methodologies in hybrid environments.
  • Strong delivery background in Information Security, emphasizing planning and stakeholder governance.
  • Ability to engage with cybersecurity concepts and translate them into delivery requirements and outcomes.
  • Outcome-focused experience in regulated environments, with metrics tracking for audits.
  • Strong business acumen and continuous learning mindset.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Drive integrated delivery plans across workstreams for Information Security initiatives.
  • Manage risks, assumptions, issues, and decisions (RAID) for assigned programs, resolving blockers as they arise.
  • Provide concise status reporting to stakeholders, highlighting trends and decision points.
  • Translate priorities into actionable plans with measurable outcomes and clear timelines.
  • Collaborate with leaders to identify constraints and develop action plans for timely decision-making.
  • Build partnerships with various stakeholders to align on priorities and minimize duplication.
  • Facilitate governance forums to coordinate delivery and ensure readiness for operational adoption.
  • Drive disciplined execution across the program lifecycle, ensuring compliance with Information Security requirements.

Benefits

  • Market competitive base salaries with annual bonus potential.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance packages.
  • 401(k) plan with a company match up to 4%.
  • Company-funded pension plan for retirement security.
  • Annual wellness reimbursements for personal wellbeing programs.
  • Education benefits to support further learning and certificate programs.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan allowing shares to be purchased at a discount.
Full Job Description
Job Classification:
Technology - Agile, Delivery, & Product

Your Team

As a Lead, Technical Program Management in the Information Security Office, you will drive delivery for a set of priority Information Security initiatives across multiple teams. Reporting to the Vice President, Technical Program Management, you will lead day-to-day execution for assigned programs and workstreams-managing scope, schedule, risks, dependencies, and outcomes from planning through stabilization. You will remove delivery blockers, drive cross-team coordination, and provide clear, timely visibility through practical metrics and crisp reporting. You will partner with Technology and Information Security leaders to ensure solutions align to security requirements/controls and are operationally ready for adoption.

Here is What You Can Expect on a Typical Day
  • Drive the integrated delivery plan for assigned Information Security initiatives across workstreams and delivery teams; establish and maintain delivery cadence (planning, checkpoints, stakeholder updates) and track milestones and delivery commitments.
  • Maintain RAID (risks, assumptions, issues, decisions) for assigned programs, actively manage escalations, and drive resolution of blockers and cross-team dependencies; ensure clear ownership, follow-through, and documented decisions.
  • Provide clear, concise status reporting for stakeholders using outcome-oriented metrics (delivery health, adoption, control readiness, risk posture); identify trends, highlight tradeoffs, and drive follow-ups based on execution learnings.
  • Partner with program and delivery teams to translate priorities into executable plans for your assigned area, with clear sequencing and measurable outcomes across scope, timing, and resource needs.
  • Partner with Information Security and Technology leaders to surface constraints early (scope, capacity, sequencing), develop options, and drive timely decisions for your assigned programs.
  • Build strong partnerships with Business Partners, Control Partners, Technology teams, and 3rd-party vendors to keep delivery aligned to agreed priorities and produce usable outcomes; identify opportunities to reduce duplication and increase reuse/standardization within your scope.
  • Facilitate program governance forums for your initiatives to coordinate delivery across teams, resolve interlocks, and ensure readiness for releases and operational adoption.
  • Drive disciplined execution across the full lifecycle (intake, planning, delivery, launch, stabilization) for assigned programs, ensuring work products meet Information Security requirements (controls, documentation, approvals) and include clear operational handoffs so delivered capabilities are supportable and auditable.
  • Support delivery teams and partners with execution discipline (planning hygiene, dependency follow-up, stakeholder updates) and contribute to a culture of accountability and transparency through strong follow-through.
  • Identify and implement improvements to program management processes and tooling (planning, reporting, dependency tracking) within your scope to strengthen execution discipline, transparency, and delivery predictability.


The Skills & Expertise You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Systems, and/or experience in related fields
  • Proven experience in program/project management, including agile delivery methodologies and working effectively in hybrid (agile/waterfall) environments as needed
  • Strong program delivery experience in an Information Security and/or technology environment, including integrated planning, dependency management, stakeholder reporting, and governance (cadence, RAID, escalations)
  • Ability to engage credibly on core cybersecurity concepts (controls, risk, identity, vulnerability management, incident response) and translate them into clear delivery requirements, governance checkpoints, and measurable outcomes for assigned initiatives
  • Outcome-oriented delivery in regulated environments: define and track metrics (delivery health, adoption, control readiness) and help ensure controls, documentation, approvals, and operational handoffs support auditability and intended risk outcomes
  • Strong business acumen and sound judgment; ability to frame tradeoffs and recommendations in the context of priorities; continuous learning mindset
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Effectively leverage diverse ideas, experiences, and perspectives to benefit the organization


Core competencies:
  • Problem Solving - deep knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving interpersonal, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
  • Effective Communications - Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
  • Producing Results - Understanding of the criticality of getting things done in spite of current circumstances and the ability to apply assigned resources and leverage back-channel resources (individuals or teams) to achieve or exceed planned outcomes.
  • Preferred qualifications:
    • Experience supporting or managing programs with diverse stakeholders across regions and time zones
    • Prior hands-on cybersecurity experience (e.g., security engineering, operations, incident response, vulnerability management, IAM), with demonstrated ability to apply security practices within a regulated environment


What we offer you:

Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $123,700.00 to $204,100.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.
  • Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
  • 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
  • Company-funded pension plan.
  • Wellness Programsincluding up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
  • Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
  • Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.


Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

About Prudential Financial

Prudential Financial is a financial services company that specializes in the fields of investment management, life insurance, and retirement benefits. It focuses on helping individuals and institutional customers to grow and protect their wealth. The company also offers an inclusive work environment where employees can develop to their full potential, and give back to the communities where they live and work. Prudential Financial was founded in 1875 and headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.

Prudential Financial Careers

Join the esteemed ranks of Prudential Financial, a global leader in financial services, where your career is nurtured, your innovation valued, and your professional growth guaranteed. Work You’ll Do At Prudential Financial, we are committed to helping individuals and businesses tackle their financial challenges with robust solutions. As part of our team, you will lead efforts to innovate and expand our services, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the financial industry. Transform the financial landscape with your expertise and join a team where diversity, leadership, and personal growth are not just encouraged but actively fostered. With Prudential Financial, you position yourself at the nexus of finance and cutting-edge innovation. Collaborate with a global network of professionals, dedicated to steering clients through their financial journeys with precision and foresight. Our culture thrives on teamwork, leadership, and a shared commitment to excellence. Prudential Financial Job Opportunities We are actively hiring and have a variety of job opportunities designed to bring out the best in each employee. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, Prudential Financial offers a path for every ambitious professional eager to make an impact in the financial sector. Do Innovative Work Join our team of over 40,000 professionals worldwide, working together to reshape the future of finance. At Prudential Financial, your skills in networking, strategic thinking, and leadership will drive change and foster an environment of continuous innovation and growth. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Prudential Financial internship. Our programs offer invaluable industry insights and hands-on experience, making them a perfect starting point for students and recent graduates eager to make their mark. Benefits and Culture Prudential Financial is not just about professional achievements but also about personal well-being. Our employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. More than just benefits, our company culture is built on mutual respect, inclusivity, and the collective pursuit of excellence. Future-Proof Your Career With Prudential Financial, career advancement is a reality. We provide extensive training and development programs, including leadership and diversity training, to ensure you are always ahead of the curve. Explore Discover how Prudential Financial leads the way in financial innovation and client service. Read more about our latest projects and the impact they have on our clients and the industry. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Explore Prudential Financial jobs today and find where you fit in our dynamic team. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Prudential Financial.
Learn more about Prudential Financial
Size
88 employees
Market Cap
$36.2 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
-$374 million
Founded
1875
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$57 billion
NASDAQ
PBIP
* Ladders Estimates

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