Responsibilities
About the team You will join a team within our Tech and Product team that plays a pivotal role in enabling our organization to adhere to regulatory, compliance and security requirements, building and maintaining robust compliance practices, and facilitating change effectively. About the role As a Technical Security and Compliance Engineering Program Manager, you will be the technical compliance partner who will drive implementation of compliance requirements in relation to strategic planning, new feature release and technology architecture modifications for cross-functional engineering teams within Technology and Product. Responsibilities: - Clarify ambiguous problems, collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions, and mitigate risks with strong technical and business judgment. - Translate strategy into clear requirements with a defined timeline. - Resolve conflicts, build efficient processes, and drive execution for TikTok Monetization initiatives. - Continuously improve organizational efficiency and support regulatory, security, and compliance initiatives. - Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and ensure alignment with compliance peers. - Develop an understanding of security/compliance requirements and TikTok policies, supporting the creation and maturity of compliance guidelines. - Deliver training, identify compliance gaps, and propose risk-reducing strategies. - Maintain compliance monitoring dashboards and assist with regulatory and audit inquiries. Technical Expertise and Program Support: - Provide program support across cross-functional areas, including Engineering, Data Science, and Compliance teams. - Gain expertise in back-end data processing and support compliance risk assessments. - Translate compliance requirements into actionable internal requirements and partner with Engineering for security controls. - Demonstrate strong project management skills for complex initiatives. Security and Compliance Operations: - Investigate compliance/security events, working with engineering teams to address issues and enhance cross-functional collaboration. - Act as a gatekeeper for maintaining compliance within engineering functions. In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - Fast learner, detail-oriented, and comfortable in ambiguous situations. - Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). - 3-5 years in security assurance/compliance, data governance, and regulatory frameworks. - Strong understanding of industry compliance standards, including GDPR. - Experience with risk reporting and executive dashboards. - Excellent communication and analytical skills. Preferred Qualifications - Certifications such as GCIH, CISSP, or CCEP are a plus. - Proficient in G-Suite. - Strong work ethic, passion for privacy laws, and familiarity with short video platforms. - Resilience to manage daily tasks and emotional demands in a fast-paced environment. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or support.
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $156000 - $304000 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
About USDS
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
USDS Reasonable Accommodation
USDS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/USDS-RA
