Principal Product Manager, Security

Details

We are seeking an experienced Product Manager with a strong background in security to define and execute the product strategy for security offerings. The role focuses on ensuring products are robust, reliable, and secure while meeting evolving customer needs. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of database security, networking, and identity management, as well as experience managing product development from conception through launch.

Responsibilities

• Define and evangelize the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for security-focused features and products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, sales, and marketing teams to deliver high-quality, secure products.
• Translate complex security requirements into clear product specifications and user stories.
• Prioritize the product backlog and manage trade-offs to optimize business value and customer satisfaction.
• Drive product launch activities, including go-to-market strategy, sales enablement, and user documentation.
• Monitor product performance, gather insights, and iterate on product features based on data and user feedback.
• Act as a security subject matter expert within the organization, providing guidance and insights to stakeholders.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of product management experience in B2B SaaS, with significant experience focused on security products or features.
• Proven experience with database security principles and best practices.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and their security implications.
• In-depth knowledge of identity and access management (IAM).
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+.
• Demonstrated experience with quality assurance processes and methodologies.
• Strong program management background, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Prior experience in security engineering.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience securing a data platform, database product, or real-time analytics service.
• Familiarity with ClickHouse, Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift.
• Experience supporting BYOC or private deployment models.
• Experience working with open-source software or developer-focused products.

Benefits

• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment at a globally distributed company operating in more than 25 countries.
• Employer contributions toward healthcare.
• Stock options for new team members.
• Flexible time off in the United States and generous entitlement in other countries.
• USD 500 home office setup allowance for remote employees.
• Opportunities to engage with colleagues at company-wide global offsites.

Culture

As part of a rapidly scaling startup, you will be instrumental in shaping the company culture.

Equal Opportunity and Privacy

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