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McDonald's · 3 hours ago

Director, Program Management

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$168K/yr - $219K/yr

10+ years exp

McDonald's is a leading global omni-channel restaurant brand focused on innovative technology solutions. They are seeking a Director of Program Management to lead their Cybersecurity PMO, ensuring the effective management of the cybersecurity project portfolio and fostering relationships across various teams.

Restaurants

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and evolve the Cybersecurity PMO (Project Portfolio Management) function, overseeing delivery of all security-related programs and projects across global markets

Build and maintain strong multi-functional relationships with stakeholders in Cybersecurity, Technology, Legal, Finance, Risk, and Business teams to drive alignment, prioritization, and execution

Manage the cybersecurity project portfolio, ensuring initiatives are properly scoped, staffed, budgeted, and tracked against critical metrics and risk reduction objectives

Provide executive-level reporting on portfolio performance, including progress toward strategic goals, resource allocation, and risk mitigation

Define and continuously improve PMO processes, tools, governance models, and reporting frameworks

Mentor and lead a team of project and program managers, creating a high-performance culture that values execution, transparency, and collaboration

Qualification

Cybersecurity PMOProject Portfolio ManagementPMP certificationMulti-functional project leadershipExecutive-level reportingPortfolio governanceInfluencing decision-makingResource planningRelationship buildingMentoring team

Required

10+ years of experience in project/program/portfolio management, including 3+ years leading a PMO or similar function

Experience leading large, multi-functional projects in a technology or cybersecurity organization

Documented ability to build positive relationships and influence and align diverse collaborators

Experience with portfolio governance, resource planning, and executive-level reporting

Preferred

Preferred background in cybersecurity or technology — comprehending the urgency, complexity, and nuances of security initiatives is essential

PMP certification preferred; other relevant certifications (PgMP, SAFe, ITIL, CISSP) a plus

Experience in multinational or highly regulated environments is a bonus

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits

A 401(k) plan

Adoption assistance program

Educational assistance program

Flexible ways of working

Time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO)

Bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance

Stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan

Company

McDonald's

Glassdoor3.6

McDonald’s is the world’s leading global foodservice retailer with over 37,000 locations in over 100 countries.

Founded in 1955

Chicago, Illinois, US

10001+ employees

https://corporate.mcdonalds.com/

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