Director of Product Management - Core Security & Security Operations

Versa Networks • Santa Clara, CA

10d • $240,000 - $280,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Versa Networks is seeking a technically deep, execution-oriented product leader to lead and scale its foundational threat prevention, data protection, endpoint and browser security, and security operations capabilities. The role defines and executes a multi-year security strategy and roadmap across cloud-delivered and on-premises architectures, with the goal of keeping Versa’s SASE, SSE, and core security products effective, differentiated, and aligned with evolving threats and customer needs.

The position oversees product direction for threat inspection and prevention, secure browsing, email and data protection, endpoint risk posture, security operations tooling, threat intelligence, and the customer-facing Versa Security Portal. It also leads technology integrations and public-sector compliance and certification initiatives, while partnering with research, engineering, security operations, and other product teams. The role represents Versa’s core security architecture and vision with customers and at industry events.

The position is based in Santa Clara, California. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The stated pay range at commencement for California, Washington, or New York City is $240,000–$280,000; individual pay depends on job-related skills, training, location, experience, education, certifications, and business needs.

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive Product Management experience in enterprise cybersecurity.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role at Director or Senior Director level managing complex, enterprise-grade security platforms.
• Deep technical knowledge of NGFW, IPS signatures and heuristics, anti-malware, and ATP sandboxing.
• Deep technical knowledge of inline and API DLP, data discovery, and DSPM.
• Deep technical knowledge of EPP/EDR postures, RBI, Enterprise Browsers, and ZTNA.
• Track record defining and delivering technology-alliance integrations across EPP, DRS, DSPM, threat intelligence, and secure email gateways.
• Hands-on experience delivering federal compliance frameworks, including FedRAMP, FIPS 140-2/3 validation, and Common Criteria (NDcPP/EAL4+).
• Proven ability to collaborate with Threat Research, cryptography, kernel/data-plane, and Cloud SecOps teams to optimize inline inspection performance and packet-processing latency.
• Demonstrated success managing the complete Product Lifecycle Management process, from market problem definition and PRDs through packaging, pricing, field enablement, and post-launch revenue scaling.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Cybersecurity, or equivalent technical work experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Define, own, and execute the multi-year product strategy for core threat prevention, data security, secure browsing, and operational security across cloud-delivered and on-premises architectures.
• Benchmark Versa against competitive solutions to maintain market-leading efficacy, low latency, and product differentiation.
• Represent Versa’s core security architecture and vision at industry conferences, customer advisory boards, and executive briefings.
• Drive product definition and roadmap evolution for Unified Threat Protection, including Next-Gen IPS, Network Antivirus/Anti-Malware, and Advanced Threat Protection and sandboxing.
• Advance Versa’s secure web and workspace ecosystem, including Remote Browser Isolation, Enterprise Browser posture and controls, and File Reputation and Filtering.
• Lead email-vector defense initiatives, including ATP and DLP for SaaS email, and partnerships with third-party email security integrations.
• Direct the Inline DLP and Data Security roadmap across web, cloud, and edge endpoints, including advanced classification, OCR, and clipboard and removable-media controls.
• Own API-driven Data Protection and technical integrations with third-party Data Security Posture Management platforms.
• Develop Versa’s native Device Risk Score framework to drive dynamic Zero Trust policies and build bidirectional integrations with third-party DRS and EPP/EDR partners.
• Lead the product roadmap for Versa Guardian and security operations tooling, improving incident workflows, remediation actions, and telemetry export to enterprise SIEM/SOAR/XDR platforms in collaboration with product colleagues.
• Scale the customer-facing Versa Security Portal to provide real-time visibility into threat trends, tenant security posture, attack surface metrics, and global threat telemetry.
• Direct Security Research priorities and integrate third-party threat intelligence feeds and APIs into Versa’s inspection pipeline.
• Own compliance and certification roadmaps for regulated markets, including FedRAMP, FIPS 140-3, and Common Criteria EAL4+.
• Oversee product requirements for code hardening, secure software supply-chain posture including SBOM, and platform vulnerability management.
• Drive product governance for the Security Incident Response Team, including vulnerability disclosures, advisory bulletins, and customer remediation workflows.
• Collaborate with Threat Research teams, cryptography engineers, kernel and data-plane developers, and Cloud SecOps to optimize inspection performance and packet-processing latency.
• Drive products through the full product lifecycle, from market problem definition and PRD authoring to packaging, pricing, field enablement, and post-launch revenue scaling.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and pre-IPO equity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Flexible work environment with remote-work flexibility and a hybrid option.
• Access to training, certifications, and educational resources for professional development.
• Employee recognition programs and awards.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director