Senior Product Manager – Security Engineering || Hybrid

[Shahzaib]

Job Description: Senior Product Manager – Security Engineering
Work Environment

• Location: On-site (Washington, DC)
• Engagement: Full-time contract role
• Duration: June 2026 – December 2026 (with potential extension)
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Pay: $62/HR W2

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Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to support the Security Engineering function within an enterprise IT environment. This role focuses on driving the strategy, design, and delivery of security products and solutions across cloud, on-premise, and hybrid infrastructures.
The ideal candidate combines strong product management expertise with deep knowledge of cybersecurity domains and experience working closely with engineering and DevOps teams.

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Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the product lifecycle for security engineering initiatives
• Define, prioritize, and maintain the product backlog
• Develop and execute product roadmaps aligned with organizational security strategy
• Gather and translate business, technical, and regulatory requirements into:
  • Product requirements
  • User stories
  • Acceptance criteria
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including:
  • Security engineering
  • DevOps
  • Architecture
  • Business stakeholders
• Drive initiatives across key areas such as:
  • Cloud Security
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Security automation & tooling
• Ensure alignment with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory standards
• Communicate product vision, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders
• Track product performance metrics and drive continuous improvement

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Required Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of product management experience
• 4+ years working with security engineering or cybersecurity teams
• Strong understanding of:
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Network security
  • Cloud security
  • DevSecOps
  • Zero Trust architecture
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Vulnerability management
• Experience with:
  • Agile methodologies
  • Backlog management and sprint planning
  • Product roadmap development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to simplify complex security concepts for diverse audiences
• Proven experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal or regulated environments
• Familiarity with:
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • NIST SP 800-53
  • OMB security guidelines
• Hands-on experience in a cybersecurity domain
• Experience driving automation and process optimization initiatives

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Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
  (or equivalent practical experience)

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Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with execution focus
• Strong communication and storytelling skills
• Technical depth in cybersecurity
• Data-driven decision making
• Ability to balance short-term priorities with long-term vision