Product Strategy & Operations Lead

Wiz, Inc.

18h•$155,000 - $205,000

About The Position

Come join the organization that is redefining security for the AI era. As one of the fastest-growing startups ever, we enable teams to secure cloud and AI applications by connecting code, cloud, and runtime into a single shared context. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent. Not to mention, we're now powered by Google, meaning we offer our customers an AI-powered platform that harnesses Google’s Threat Intelligence and Security Operations to better detect, prevent, and respond to threats across all environments, allowing for further innovation. Our Wizards from all over the globe work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers, including over 65% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re honored to be a leading player in a massive and growing market, and we continue to look for exceptional Wizards who are eager to make a significant impact on our team. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our momentous growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow even the best companies to move faster, all while having some fun! As Product Strategy & Operations Lead, you will serve as the strategic, operational, and managerial authority driving the Google Cloud Security product line and the integration of Wiz, ensuring synergy between the different teams, and broad alignment around the shared goals of the unified organization. Operating with broad independence, you will manage cross-functional operations, implement Wiz integration frameworks, set organizational policies, oversee finance and headcount allocations, handle strategic vendor management, craft executive communications, and lead global event portfolios. You will coordinate both Google Cloud Security product as well as Wiz Defend related aspects, including Wiz market expansion and partnerships. As part of this strategic role, you will work directly with senior leadership to design and achieve the core business goals and report them broadly within the company.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of experience in business operations, strategy consulting, chief of staff, or program management in a high-growth technology or cloud organization.
Experience managing executive-level communications, operational frameworks (e.g., OKRs), and complex stakeholder alignment across technical and business functions.
Experience managing operational budgets, vendor procurement, and resource planning.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree, MBA, or advanced technical degree.
Experience in cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise SaaS, including post-merger integration (M&A) or joint business initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to operationalize and drive adoption of AI/ML tools to boost organizational velocity.
Proven track record of navigating ambiguity and influencing cross-functional leaders without formal authority.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with extensive experience presenting to C-level executives.

Responsibilities

Direct the operational framework for Google Cloud Security Security products; working closely with finance, people partners, cross functional team and leadership to set the appropriate targets, ensure clarity around organization & smooth operations across the board.
Direct the allocation, forecasting, and approval processes for project budgets, Travel & Entertainment (T&E), and events. Lead end to end the creation and approval process of vendor spend utilizing Google finance systems (Buying Hub, Concur, Sphinx, Legal, Finance).
Lead and align operational initiatives across Engineering, Product, Finance, Legal, Marketing, and People Operations to eliminate bottlenecks and streamline global workflows.
Serve as an authoritative proxy for Head Of Cyber Defence Strategy in critical strategic and operational forums, exercising decision-making authority, resolving cross-team conflicts, and managing high-level escalations.
Formulate, write, and execute top-level executive communications, strategic narratives, briefing materials, and presentations for internal leadership, global teams, and external stakeholders.
Set and execute the organizational plan to further implement innovative AI technologies; Setting adoption targets, drive user training and results reporting and ensure business value and ROI for AI investments within the group.
Direct the end-to-end strategy, content, logistics, and execution for major leadership summits, executive visits, international delegations, offsites, and ecosystem events.