Product Manager - Networking/Internet

CTC Group•Fort Meade, MD

3d•$170,000 - $195,000

About The Position

CTC Group is seeking a Product Manager specializing in cloud networking and internet connectivity to lead development and delivery of secure, highly available network capabilities supporting Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO). The role focuses on product strategy, technical roadmaps, and Agile execution, collaborating with engineering teams and mission stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable networking solutions. The Product Manager defines product strategy and priorities, translates operational requirements into backlog items, and coordinates Agile and SAFe planning and execution. The role partners with network engineers and architects to design and enhance secure networking environments, including redundant internet connectivity and cloud infrastructure, and develops product requirements, specifications, test plans, and release priorities. The position also engages government and mission stakeholders, monitors delivery, addresses obstacles, and mentors junior Product Managers. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with a current CI polygraph completed within the past seven years. Education and experience requirements vary by degree: a high school diploma/GED or associate degree with 16 years of relevant experience, a bachelor's degree with 12 years, or a master's degree with 10 years. The estimated salary range is $170,000–$195,000. CTC Group offers health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), PTO, holiday pay, disability and life insurance, and opportunities for continuous education and development.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current CI polygraph completed within the past seven years.
Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline, subject to applicable education/experience substitutions.
Relevant experience requirement: high school diploma/GED or associate degree and 16 years; bachelor's degree and 12 years; or master's degree and 10 years.
Significant experience with cloud networking, internet connectivity, and enterprise networking infrastructure.
Experience with firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and highly available or redundant network architectures.
Experience managing technical product roadmaps, Agile backlogs, and SAFe development activities using Jira and Confluence.
Experience with cloud services and developing or managing products in technical development environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or government cyber mission programs.
SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager certification, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+ certification.
MBA or related advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Define and maintain product strategies, roadmaps, and priorities for cloud networking and internet connectivity solutions supporting cyber mission requirements.
Lead product backlog refinement, translating operational requirements into prioritized features, capabilities, and actionable user stories.
Coordinate with Product Managers, Release Train Engineers, Scrum Masters, and engineering teams to support Program Increment (PI) execution and manage technical dependencies.
Collaborate with USCYBERCOM, NSA, military Services, Combatant Commands, and other mission stakeholders to gather requirements and align capability delivery.
Partner with network engineers and architects to design and enhance secure, highly available networking environments, including redundant internet connectivity and cloud infrastructure.
Develop product requirements, functional specifications, test plans, and release priorities for enterprise-scale networking capabilities.
Facilitate technical exchange meetings, operational working groups, and Agile planning sessions to coordinate development activities and address networking challenges.
Monitor product delivery, resolve implementation obstacles, mentor junior Product Managers, and drive continuous improvements across the product lifecycle.