Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver, is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. The Crypto Services team powers Apple’s promise of privacy and security by protecting some of the most sensitive data at Apple - cryptographic keys. These are the people who run Apple’s Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). And they do it on a massive scale, meeting Apple’s high expectations with highly available, fault-tolerant PKI and encryption services that are leveraged by almost every Apple product including Mac, iPad, iPhone, Watch, Vision, AirPods, TV & Home, Entertainment, Accessories as well as our corporate systems and retail stores.

Description

We are looking for a highly motivated engineering program manager who will lead projects for our Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) team. This individual will oversee daily management of PKI programs and projects including key rotations for critical clients, support for Enterprise and Public (Web) PKI projects that will require planning, communicating with stakeholders, reporting status, actively seeking problem resolutions and working across functions at Apple. Prior hands-on experience working in PKI is required, with a preference for those also skilled at technical writing to assist with our Certificate Practice Statements and other PKI related documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 3+ years of program or project management
  • Experience leading cross-functional projects
  • PKI industry experience (Enterprise or Public (Web/PKI)
  • BS in Computer Science, Math, Data Science or equivalent

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

  • Able to effectively interact, influence and communicate at various levels of the organization (4+ years)
  • Effective presentation, oral, and written business communication skills with various audiences and levels (4+ years)
  • Ideally 3+years experience leading cross-functional projects
  • 3+ years of PKI industry experience (Enterprise or Public (Web/PKI)
  • Effective decision-maker - balance risks and benefits for the overall good of Apple (4+ years)
  • Must be goal-oriented, highly motivated and able to work under minimal supervision in a multi-functional environment at detailed levels
  • Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles; remains flexible and calm in the face of ambiguity; drive clarity
  • Working knowledge of root program and CA/B Forum Requirements
  • Experience operating within a WebTrust-compliant control environment
  • Experience with Splunk, Github and the Atlassian tool suite
  • Understanding of Cryptography concepts
  • Technical writing experience.
  • Awareness of information security best practices
  • Experience working in line of defense modeled organization (1LOD, 2LOD, or 3LOD) Writing, operating, validating, and/or testing controls.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

  • At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $136,300 and $205,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

    Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

    Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.