Director of Product Management - Core Security & Security Operations

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

At Versa Networks, we're revolutionizing the way businesses connect, secure, and optimize their networks. Our mission is to secure anywhere, anytime access to anything. As a leader in Secure SD-WAN, SSE (Secure Service Edge), SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) and Next-generation Managed Services, we are empowering organizations across the globe to transform their IT infrastructure for the modern cloud era. Our innovative products enable enterprises to deliver a seamless, scalable, and secure digital experience, no matter where their users, devices, or applications are located. Founded by industry veterans and backed by premier venture capital firms, Versa is a market leader driving innovation and growth as it positions itself for a future IPO.

We believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer success. Our team is comprised of passionate, forward-thinking professionals dedicated to driving the future of networking technology. We encourage creativity, offer opportunities for growth, and provide a dynamic environment where our people can thrive and make an impact.

At Versa Networks, we don’t just build products – we build relationships, elevate businesses, and shape the digital future. Join us and be part of a fast-paced, cutting-edge company that's making a real difference in how the world connects and communicates.

Job Summary

Versa Networks is seeking a visionary, technically deep, and execution-oriented Senior Director of Product Management – Core Security & Security Operations to lead and scale our foundational threat prevention, data protection, endpoint/browser security, and SecOps capabilities.

In this role, you will define the multi-year security strategy, roadmap, and vision to ensure Versa outpaces modern adversary tactics and maintains market leadership across SASE, SSE, and core security products and technologies. You will directly steer core inspection engines, govern federal/public-sector compliance certifications, orchestrate 3rd-party technology ecosystems, oversee security incident response and research, and commercialize next-generation security innovations across Versa’s product portfolio.

Responsibilities

Strategic Vision & Product Leadership

• 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 top-tier competitive solutions (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Zscaler, Cloudflare, Fortinet) to maintain market-leading efficacy, low latency, and differentiation.
• Act as an authoritative company spokesperson, representing Versa's core security architecture and vision at premier industry conferences (e.g., RSA, Black Hat), customer advisory boards (CABs), and executive briefings (EBCs).

Threat Prevention, Inspection & Secure Access

• Drive product definition and roadmap evolution for Unified Threat Protection (UTP), including Next-Gen IPS, Network Antivirus/Anti-Malware (AV), and Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) / Sandboxing.
• Scale and advance Versa's secure web and workspace ecosystem, including Remote Browser Isolation (RBI), Enterprise Browser posture/controls, and File Reputation & Filtering (FRM).
• Lead email vector defense initiatives, encompassing ATP and DLP for SaaS email (M365, Google Workspace) alongside partnership with turn-key 3rd-Party Email Security Integrations (Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, Mimecast).

Data Protection & Endpoint Risk Posture

• Direct the Inline DLP and Data Security roadmap across web, cloud, and edge endpoints, incorporating advanced classification, OCR, and clipboard/removable -media controls.
• Own API-driven Data Protection (API DP) and lead technical integrations with leading 3rd-party Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platforms (e.g., Cyera, BigID).
• Architect Versa’s native Device Risk Score (DRS) framework to drive dynamic Zero Trust policies; build deep bidirectional integrations with 3rd-Party DRS and EPP/EDR partners (e.g., CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne).

Security Operations, Intelligence & Versa Security Portal

• Lead the product roadmap for Versa Guardian and security operations tooling, streamlining incident workflows, remediation actions, and telemetry export into enterprise SIEM/SOAR/XDR platforms, including Versa’s own working together with colleagues owning respective products.
• Help scale the customer-facing Versa Security Portal, delivering real-time visibility into threat trends, tenant security posture, attack surface metrics, and global threat landscape telemetry.
• Direct Security Research priorities and weaponize 3rd-party threat intelligence (TI) feeds/APIs directly into Versa’s inspection pipeline to accelerate zero-day protection cycles.

Public Sector, Compliance & Product Security Assurance

• Own the compliance and certification roadmap for regulated markets, including FedRAMP, FIPS 140-3, and Common Criteria (EAL4+).
• Oversee product requirements for Code Hardening, secure software supply chain posture (SBOM), and platform vulnerability management.
• Drive the operational product governance for the Security Incident Response Team (SIRT), managing vulnerability disclosures, advisory bulletins, and customer remediation workflows.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive Product Management experience in enterprise cybersecurity, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Director or Senior Director) managing complex, enterprise-grade security platforms.
• Deep, demonstrable technical knowledge across core security fundamentals:
• NGFW, IPS signatures/heuristics, Anti-Malware, ATP Sandboxing.
• Inline & API DLP, data discovery, DSPM.
• EPP/EDR postures, RBI, Enterprise Browsers, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
• Track record of defining and delivering high-value technology alliance integrations (EPP, DRS, DSPM, Threat Intel, Secure Email Gateways).
• Hands-on experience navigating and delivering on federal compliance frameworks, notably FedRAMP, FIPS 140-2/3 validation, and Common Criteria (NDcPP/EAL4+).
• Proven ability to collaborate closely with Threat Research teams, Cryptography engineers, Kernel/Data-plane developers, and Cloud SecOps to optimize inline inspection performance and packet-processing latency.
• Demonstrated success driving products through complete Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) phases—from market problem definition and PRD authoring to packaging, pricing, field enablement, and post-launch revenue scaling.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or equivalent technical work experience.

Location: Santa Clara, CA
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the US

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment in California, Washington, or New York City is expected in the range of $240,000 to $280,000. A candidate’s specific pay within this range will depend on a variety of factors, including job-related skills, training, location, experience, relevant education, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Benefits

Why Versa?

At Versa Networks, we believe in taking care of our people – both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of our employees. When you join our team, you can expect:

• Competitive Salary & Incentives: We offer a competitive compensation package with and pre-IPO equity to reward your hard work and dedication.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure you and your family stay healthy and covered.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy a generous PTO policy that includes vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays to recharge and take care of personal matters.
• Flexible Work Environment: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, and hybrid option to create the work schedule that works best for you.
• Professional Development: We believe in continuous learning. Access to training, certifications, and educational resources to help you grow in your career and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Employee Recognition: We celebrate achievements both big and small, with regular recognition programs and awards that highlight your contributions to our collective success.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
• Parental Leave: Generous parental leave policies to support you during life's important moments.

At Versa Networks, our benefits are designed to help you thrive both inside and outside the office. Join us and experience a rewarding, fulfilling career in a supportive environment that values your health, happiness, and success.

Versa Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.