Technical Program Specialist

As a Technical Program Specialist, you will lead complex, cross functional initiatives across Enterprise IT, Networking, and Information Security, driving execution from planning through delivery. You will partner closely with Engineering, Security, Compliance, and Infrastructure teams to deliver high impact programs, starting with a company wide Identity and Access Management (IAM) transformation that will reshape how access is managed across the organization and directly impact security, compliance, and operational excellence at scale.

• Lead end to end delivery of complex, cross functional IT programs, with a focus on IAM transformation and security initiatives.
• Build and drive program plans, timelines, milestones, and success metrics across multiple workstreams.
• Partner across Enterprise IT, Network Engineering, Security Engineering, Compliance, and Technical Operations to align priorities and execution.
• Identify, track, and manage cross team dependencies, risks, and blockers, driving resolution with clear mitigation strategies.
• Act as the bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable insights.
• Lead rollout and modernization of IAM capabilities, including provisioning, authentication (SSO and MFA), authorization, and governance.
• Facilitate Agile and hybrid delivery practices such as Scrum and Kanban, improving team effectiveness and delivery outcomes.
• Provide clear, concise reporting on program progress, risks, and outcomes to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Project or Program Management within IT, infrastructure, or security environments.
• Proven experience delivering cross-functional initiatives across Enterprise IT, networking, and information security (IAM experience strongly preferred).
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts including identity lifecycle, access provisioning, authentication (SSO/MFA), RBAC, and governance.
• Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments with knowledge of security frameworks and audit requirements.
• Hands-on experience with Agile delivery (Scrum, Kanban) and tools like Jira, including backlog management, sprint planning, and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams, balance competing priorities, and maintain a clear source of truth across tools and teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across highly technical teams.
• You bring structure to ambiguity, connect technical and business teams with clarity, take ownership of outcomes, and thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments.

• Comprehensive health benefits, including various medical plans, dental, and vision.
• Free access to programs such as free therapy sessions with Lyra Mental Health Solution, Lyra Employee Assistance Program, the Calm App, Virtual Yoga Classes, and many more.
• 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to all global team members and workplace lactation support.
• Partnership with Care.com for care finder and backup childcare for U.S. employees.
• Range of benefits that support family planning, including adoption, surrogacy, fertility treatments.
• Flexible PTO if you work in the United States.
• Pet insurance benefit to help save on vet expenses.
• Gym reimbursement for part of your gym membership once enrolled in a health insurance plan.
• 401(k) matching and programs such as Origin Financial for financial planning.
• Commuter benefits to help lower costs on your daily commute.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for educational courses related to their positions or another position at DraftKings.