Apple

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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. We’re a diverse collection of problem solvers and doers, continually reimagining our products, systems, and practices to help people do what they love in new ways. This is a deeply reciprocal place, where everything we build is the result of people in different roles and teams working together to make each other’s ideas stronger. That same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices, strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it! Apple Information Security (AIS) protects the trust our customers place in Apple every day. We're looking for a Strategy & Operations Lead to serve as the connective tissue between our security mission and the operational excellence required to deliver on it—driving financial planning, building cross-functional partnerships, and bringing an AI-first mindset to how we work. DESCRIPTION The Strategy & Operations Lead will be the operational backbone of Apple Information Security (AIS), translating strategic priorities into executable plans, managing critical financial and vendor relationships, and driving the systems that enable our teams to scale. This role demands someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution—a leader who can partner with senior leadership, manage complex budgets, and continuously seek opportunities to modernize how we operate. You'll serve as the architect of disciplined planning across AIS, bringing structure to ambiguity, surfacing key insights, and ensuring the organization delivers with precision and impact. This is an opportunity to shape how a critical security function operates and grows. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of experience in program management, finance operations, strategic planning, or business operations Strong financial acumen, including budget management, cost modeling, and procurement processes Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, crafting materials that clarify priorities, surface risks, and enable timely decision-making Experience partnering with or supporting IT or technology organizations Proven track record of building cross-functional relationships and driving alignment across competing priorities Systematic, analytical approach to problem-solving with a focus on process optimization Comfortable operating in ambiguity and navigating complex, fast-moving environments MBA degree, or equivalent experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of experience, including direct exposure to enterprise security, IT operations, or compliance programs Background at a mid-to-large technology company (for example, enterprise software, IT services, or security-focused organizations) Demonstrated experience using AI tools (for example, workflow automation, AI assistants, or analytics platforms) to streamline operations or enhance productivity Experience with strategic planning frameworks such as OKRs, portfolio management, or balanced scorecards Strong business acumen with the ability to synthesize complex data into insights and influence senior leaders A self-starter with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and driving solutions