Program Management Office Lead

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About the Role

Cadence is seeking a highly organized execution-drivenProgram Managerto support the Global Security organization. This role is responsible for designing coordinating and driving key security programs and cross-functional initiatives across the company. The Program Manager will lead projects from concept to delivery support global governance build and maintain operational dashboards and ensure alignment across HR Legal IT Workplace and engineering teams.

In addition to owning major security programs the role will provide focused executive support to the VP Global Security to ensure operational clarity consistent communications and effective organizational rhythm.

This is a high-impact role ideal for someone who excels at structure communication and project leadership inside a fast-moving global organization.

Key Responsibilities

PMO Leadership & Governance

• Build and operate a high-performingProgram Management Officefor Global Security.
• Own theglobal security program portfolio including all workstreams across regions (Americas EMEA APAC) and global program owners.
• Develop governance frameworks operating mechanisms and standardized delivery methodologies.
• Ensure programs have clear charters owners milestones budgets and success metrics.
• Run theMonthly Business Review (MBR) Quarterly Business Review (QBR) annual planning and roadmap cycles.
• Maintain theGlobal Security Strategy ensuring alignment with Cadences business objectives.
• Establish and enforce project and program accountability across owners.
• Drive prioritization processes and ensure resources are aligned with strategic priorities.

Cross-Functional Integration & Alignment

• Partner with HR Legal IT REW Business Continuity Finance and Engineering leadership.
• Align timelines communications and responsibilities across teams.
• Support policy development compliance documentation and regulatory alignment.
• Manage global coordination for drills audits and regulatory programs.

Financial & Vendor Governance

• Partner with Finance on budget planning forecasts headcount modeling and spend tracking.
• Track vendor performance contract renewals and service delivery quality.
• Centralize SOWs contracts vendor evaluations and cost optimization initiatives.

Executive Support

• Provide structured support to the VP Global Security includingcalendar coordination prioritization management and meeting preparation.
• Deliver executive-level reporting for the VP security leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Assist withdomestic and international travel logisticswhen needed.
• Prepare (and occasionally develop content for)presentations briefing documents QBR materials team all-hands decks and confidential correspondence.
• Draft and circulate communications on behalf of the VP ensuring message consistency and alignment with company voice and strategy.
• ManagePO creation expense approvals and invoice trackingfor the Security organization.
• Organize meetings offsites and morale events handling agendas logistics and follow-up.
• Support logistics for internal and external speaking engagements conferences and executive-level events.
• Managing the social media presence of the VP and participation in other industry forums
• Act as a discreet and trusted liaison helping streamline communication across the organization.

Qualifications

Required

• 510 years of experience in program management business operations project management or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational analytical and documentation skills; experience with dashboards metrics and reporting tools.
• Experience coordinating across multiple teams (e.g. HR Legal Workplace IT Operations).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare clear executive-level materials.
• Strong judgment discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience in corporate security risk management compliance or high-tech environments.
• Experience operating globally with a geographically dispersed team
• Experience with contract/vendor management.
• Experience working with executive leaders or supporting senior-level stakeholders.
• Familiarity with security tools enterprise systems or leveraging A.I tools for efficiency.

Why This Role Matters

This role ensures the Global Security function operates with consistency transparency and strategic discipline. As Program Manager you will:

• Drive initiatives that directly impact safety resilience and operational continuity.
• Influence cross-company programs that support Cadences global workforce and engineering footprint.
• Enable a high-performing Global Security team through structure clarity and thoughtful execution.
• Help build a next-generation data-driven globally integrated security organization.

The annual salary range for California is $126000 to $234000. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus equity and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications skill level competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays 401(k) plan with employer match employee stock purchase plan a variety of medical dental and vision plan options and more.

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