Technical Program Manager

Role Overview:

We're seeking a Technical Program Manager to join our Data & Analytics Teams to lead and execute complex, data-driven initiatives spanning multiple departments. In this role, you'll ensure projects align with business objectives, driving strategic impact across the organization. You’ll leverage your project management expertise, technical know-how in data and analytics, and leadership skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver high-value solutions.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in managing large-scale data initiatives, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is skilled at translating business needs into actionable data strategies.
This is a hybrid position located in Waterloo, Canada. We are only considering candidates located within a commutable distance of our Waterloo or Toronto offices and are not providing relocation at this time.

About the role: 

Strategic Planning: 

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business and platform needs. 
• Management of McAfee’s Data Governance Council. 
• Interaction with leadership to ensure alignment with and tracking towards broader roadmap goals. 
   

Cross-Functional Collaboration: 

• Collaborate across the Enterprise Analytics, Platform, Data Governance Council, and business teams to seamlessly manage the program and its complexities.
• Work with data governance and security teams to ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulatory requirements, internal certification standards, and data protection standards. 
   

Vendor Management: 

• Manage relationships with vendors, negotiate contracts, and oversee the implementation of third-party solutions in tandem with key stakeholders from the Enterprise Data Platform. 
   

Performance Monitoring and Optimization: 

• Regularly monitor the success of the Data Strategy program. 
• Identify areas for improvement and optimization, working with relevant enterprise data and analytics engineering teams to implement enhancements. 

Communication: 

• Effectively communicate the value and benefits of the data strategy to internal stakeholders and executives. 
• Provide regular updates on the progress of the data strategy and platform, addressing concerns and gathering feedback for continuous improvement. 

About you:   

• Bring 10+ years of progressive responsibility in program management, including managing programs on cloud data platforms. 
• Understand the fundamental elements of a modern data strategy and data platform, including governance. 
• Employ a strong understanding of data management, analytics, and technology solutions. 
• Use excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments. 
• Have the ability to communicate across all levels, from individual contributors to executive levels. 
• Bring project management experience and proficiency in relevant tools and methodologies. 
• Have familiarity with regulatory requirements related to customer data and privacy.

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Company Overview

McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.

Company Benefits and Perks:

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• Bonus Program
• Pension and Retirement Plans
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support for Community Involvement

We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.