Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Cyber & Security Product Owner to lead the development and delivery of cybersecurity capabilities and solutions. This role requires a security-focused product professional who can translate complex security requirements into actionable product roadmaps while ensuring mission-critical systems maintain the highest levels of security and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Security Product Strategy
- Define and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap for cybersecurity capabilities
- Align security product development with risk management objectives
- Conduct threat landscape analysis and security gap assessments to inform product decisions
- Establish security metrics and key performance indicators for product effectiveness
- Lead security product planning sessions with stakeholders and development teams
Requirements Management
Collaborate with security architects, analysts, and operational teams to gather security requirementsTranslate security policies, compliance mandates, and threat intelligence into user storiesMaintain and prioritize the security product backlog based on risk, impact, and strategic importanceEnsure security requirements traceability from policies through implementationConduct regular security-focused backlog refinement sessionsStakeholder Engagement
Serve as primary liaison between security teams, compliance officers, and development teamsInterface with security leadershipCoordinate with other Product Owners to ensure security integration across all productsFacilitate security reviews and risk assessment meetingsSupport security audits and compliance validation activitiesAgile Security Leadership
Lead sprint planning with security-first approach and threat modeling considerationsMake real-time decisions on security trade-offs and risk acceptance during developmentChampion secure development practices and DevSecOps methodologiesIntegrate security testing and validation into agile delivery processesSupport continuous security improvement and threat response initiativesSecurity Delivery Management
Oversee end-to-end delivery of security capabilities from concept to deploymentCoordinate security tool integration and security control implementationManage security capability releases with focus on zero-downtime deploymentsEnsure security acceptance criteria and compliance requirements are metMonitor post-deployment security posture and incident response effectivenessRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security product management, or related rolesMinimum 3 years of experience with agile development methodologies in security contextsExperience with security architecture, risk management, and compliance frameworksSecurity Clearance
Current Top Secret / SCI (TS / SCI) security clearance requiredProfessional Certifications
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) requiredCASP+ (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner) requiredAdditional security certifications preferred (CISM, CISA, CEH, etc.)Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related fieldAdditional advanced security certifications (CISSP concentrations, SABSA, etc.)Certified Product Owner (CPO) or equivalent agile certificationExperience in defense, intelligence, or government contracting environmentsBackground in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or security researchKnowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning security implicationsExperience with security compliance auditing and risk management frameworksSalary range for the position is $153,000 - $173,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical / dental / vision benefits and 401k contribution.
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