Sr. Technical Program Manager, AI Security

The Role: Moderna is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive project and program management of AI-readiness initiatives at Moderna globally. We’re looking for someone with a high level of integrity and personal accountability, strong interpersonal skills, and infrastructure technology domain expertise. Here’s What You’ll Do Program Management – take a structured, data-driven, and risk-based approach to program scoping, execution, and reporting  Kick off and successfully manage multiple, simultaneous, complex, high visibility workstreams with full ownership, effective collaboration, and good process  Build processes, templates, and structure, or leverage existing ones as appropriate  Manage vendors, schedule, scope, and cost  Measure program success (or lack thereof) and risks using data and facts  Provide balanced risk remediation strategies and recommendations and drive risk mitigation  Develop and maintain close stakeholder relationships and build influence to drive the appropriate outcomes across Moderna  Provide clear, accurate, consistent, and timely communications  Advance good infrastructure and security practices and culture  Partner Collaboration - work with Cybersecurity, Builder Tools & Platforms, Infrastructure, Identity & Endpoint Engineering, GRC, AI Engineering, Data, Enablement/L&D, software engineering, and business stakeholders to manage and drive improvement projects in a structured and predictable manner  Manage multiple initiatives to oversee the architecture and lifecycle of enterprise AI systems, including agent identity, tool authorization, and secure development practices; to drive governance frameworks that define permitted AI use, contextual standards, and regulatory alignment — including GxP where applicable; and to ensure end-to-end observability and monitoring of AI agents in production.  Own the operating model for AI enablement programs, including pilots, cohorts, and phased rollouts, and partner with Enablement/L&D teams to shape role‑based learning paths for AI builders  Actively contribute to creating a more inclusive culture and environment at Moderna; endorse, create, and maintain antiracist policies and processes  Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications) Experience: 8+ years in Technical Program Management, Engineering Program Management, or similar roles in AI/ML-heavy environments  Technical Depth: Strong understanding of AI/ML systems, including model training pipelines, LLMs, MLOps, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure  Strong understanding of AI/ML development workflows, AI‑assisted engineering tools, or modern software development platforms  Demonstrated technical depth, problem-solving capabilities, and stakeholder and vendor management skills  Experience in running programs within a cross-functional, global team of mixed engineering, architecture, and operations  Ability to successfully scope and drive complex and multi-workstream programs in a structured, risk-considerate, data-driven fashion  Experience improving developer productivity and building internal tools/platforms.  Ability to define metrics, analyze tradeoffs, and drive decisions with data.  Strong listener with the ability to deeply understand, ask the right questions, and proactively pursue constructive feedback  Proven ability to operate in highly matrixed environments and influence without direct authority.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level storytelling  Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications) Background in software engineering, data science, or machine learning  Experience with LLM platforms, prompt engineering workflows, or AI copilots  Experience with AI development platforms, copilots, developer tooling, or MLOps concepts  Experience with responsible AI, model governance, or compliance frameworks  Experience driving structured, process-driven AI transformation initiatives.  Familiarity with tools such as Kubernetes, Airflow, MLFlow, or similar MLOps stacks  Familiarity with governed enablement models (e.g., citizen development, platform standards, golden paths)  Knowledge of security and compliance standards relevant to AI and AI-assisted engineering.  Influential, inclusive, and trusted partner compassionate to the needs and situations of all your stakeholders  Embrace a culture of continuous service improvement and service excellence  A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company  Experience with GxP environments and regulatory requirements  Pay & Benefits At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future Location-specific perks and extras The salary range for this role is $145,900.00 - $234,200.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject