Principal Product Manager, Security Products

$185,000 - $230,000/Yr

Digitalocean - Boston, MA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Boston, MA

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Staff Product Manager for Security Products at DigitalOcean will lead the development of cybersecurity capabilities, managing the entire product lifecycle from strategy to execution. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud-based systems and cybersecurity, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders, including engineering, design, and sales, to ensure product success and compliance with security standards.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of the Cybersecurity products and features, from conception to launch and beyond.
• Drive product roadmaps in collaboration with stakeholders, balancing both business and technical requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and project plans, working closely with various cross-functional teams including developers, engineers, and UX/UI designers.
• Identify and engage potential partners for security products, and define terms of partnerships.
• Define KPIs to measure success of the Security products, monitor performance, and develop strategies for continuous improvement.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME), staying informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes.
• Engage with customers, sales teams, and other external stakeholders to gather insights, identify product opportunities, and ensure products are meeting customer needs.
• Ensure the products comply with the highest level of security standards and privacy regulations.
• Coordinate with support and training teams to develop user manuals, FAQ's, and other customer-facing materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in security or related technical fields. And 10+ years experience in product, engineering, or other technical roles.
• Proven experience in product management, including product lifecycle management and roadmap planning.
• Deep understanding of cloud-based systems and cybersecurity principles.
• Prior experience working with Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud hosting and virtualization technologies.
• Past success in shaping highly scalable software products with an eye on ease-of-use.
• MBA is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in cybersecurity sector
• Strong analytical mindset
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels

Benefits

• Competitive salary range between $185,000.00 - $230,000.00 based on experience and skills.
• Bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance.
• Equity compensation including equity grants and participation in Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses for continued growth and development.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Wellness allowance and work from home stipend.