Program Manager
OddballSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Video Games, GamingIndustries
Requirements
- Strong foundation in program management principles (PMP-aligned)
- Strong understanding of unique security challenges within the gaming industry
- Exceptional leadership skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs from inception through delivery and ongoing operations
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end lifecycle for complex, multi-faceted security programs and projects, ensuring alignment with business and security strategy
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies
- Track progress against milestones, manage dependencies and risks, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope
- Apply best practices aligned with Program Management Office (PMO) ways of working, including scope definition, work breakdown structures (WBS), resource leveling, and critical path analysis
- Partner with security engineers and analysts to define and improve operational processes for anti-tox, anti-cheat, anti-piracy, pre-release protection, and build reviews
- Drive consistency and predictability in planning and delivery using objective metrics to measure effectiveness of security programs and operations
- Provide regular, data-driven reports to stakeholders, partners, and executive leadership
- Drive continuous improvement in program delivery and security operations by identifying bottlenecks, implementing efficient tooling, and refining workflows
- Proactively identify, analyze, and manage program and project risks, focusing on security-related threats to game integrity, player data, and platform stability
- Develop and execute comprehensive risk mitigation and contingency plans
Skills
Program Management
PMP
Game Security
Security Threats
Technical Program Management
2K
Develops and publishes interactive video games
About 2K
2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment, focusing primarily on video games for a wide audience that includes casual gamers, hardcore enthusiasts, and professional eSports players. The company collaborates with well-known game development studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games to create popular titles such as "The Quarry" and "TopSpin 2K25." 2K's games are available through digital downloads and physical copies, and they also generate revenue from downloadable content (DLC), in-game purchases, and exclusive content partnerships. This diverse revenue model, along with their strong collaborations, sets 2K apart from competitors in the video game publishing industry. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality, engaging gaming experiences that appeal to a broad range of players.
Novato, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consumer Software, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Health Care Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA) Including Company Contribution
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401k Retirement Plan
Life and Disability Benefits
Group Legal Plan
Wellbeing Program
Childcare Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Generous Compassionate Leave
Companywide End of Year Break
Risks
Denuvo in NBA 2K25 may cause performance issues, sparking community backlash.
Project Ethos faces challenges in a saturated free-to-play shooter market.
High expectations for FIFA 2K25 could pressure 2K to compete with EA's FIFA series.
Differentiation
2K collaborates with top-tier studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games.
2K's diverse portfolio includes sports, horror, and simulation games.
2K's partnerships with major sports leagues enhance brand visibility and engagement.
Upsides
2K's acquisition of the FIFA license opens new market opportunities.
Project Ethos aligns with successful free-to-play models like Fortnite.
Mobile gaming expansion with NFL 2K Playmakers taps into a growing market.
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