Senior Product Manager

Summary

Join ExtraHop's world-class product management team and play an instrumental role in conceptualizing and building innovative cloud and Kubernetes security solutions. As a Sr. Product Manager for Cloud Security, you will shape visibility, detection, investigation, and response capabilities for cloud and Kubernetes workloads within the Network Detection & Response platform, Reveal(x). You will own product strategy and roadmap for key platform functionalities, drive requirements for sensor solutions, lead SASE integration, and manage platform administration. Building strong customer relationships and translating technical features into compelling business value are crucial. You will also partner with engineering teams, monitor market trends, and drive the strategy for cloud and Kubernetes security capabilities. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud security architectures, Kubernetes orchestration, and related technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with at least 2+ years focused on cloud and/or Kubernetes security products
• Deep understanding of cloud security frameworks and categories (CSPM, CWPP, CNAPP, CIEM) and their associated capabilities
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes architecture, security posture management, and runtime security monitoring in Kubernetes environments
• Experience with cloud-native monitoring technologies, particularly eBPF and its applications for Kubernetes security and observability
• Ability to quickly prototype using Python or JavaScript for cloud and Kubernetes automation and security workflows
• Proven track record of successfully launching and growing cloud and Kubernetes security products or features
• 3+ years of security domain experience with a preference for cloud and Kubernetes security product management, threat research, or security engineering
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes-specific security threats, attack vectors, and defensive capabilities
• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to create exceptional content and comfortably engage with sales, customers, and partners
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and experience with Agile development methodologies
• Willing to travel 10% (US travel)

Responsibilities

• Own product strategy and roadmap for packet sensors, packet stores, record stores, and platform management functionalities integral to the NDR platform
• Drive requirements for physical hardware appliances and virtual/cloud-based sensor solutions
• Lead Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) integration to enhance platform capabilities and market reach
• Manage platform administration, including device lifecycle management, health monitoring, audit logging, configuration management, and diagnostics
• Oversee advanced sensor administration tasks including sensor connectivity, network interface management, and throughput optimization
• Ensure robust network configurations through management of static routes, IPv6 interfaces, bond interfaces, and proxy settings
• Enhance system security and user management through secure authentication methods (LDAP, SAML, RADIUS, TACACS+), API access management, and global policies enforcement
• Build strong relationships with customers, prospects, and internal teams to gather insights and validate product direction
• Translate technical platform features into clear, compelling business value for customers and stakeholders
• Partner closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality platform enhancements
• Monitor market trends in hardware, virtualization, storage technologies, and administrative tools to guide product strategy
• Build rapport and relationships with customers, prospects, partners, and teams to understand cloud and Kubernetes security use-cases, evangelize product vision, discuss the roadmap, and gather product feedback
• Drive the strategy and roadmap for cloud and Kubernetes security capabilities across public cloud environments and diverse Kubernetes deployments
• Identify and vet new opportunities to expand cloud-native and Kubernetes security monitoring; drive execution planning in collaboration with cross-functional teams (SA, BizDev, Partnerships, Sales)
• Define and articulate the product vision for cloud and Kubernetes security, balancing investment in established functionality against emerging cloud-native security requirements
• Partner closely with engineering to bring innovative cloud and Kubernetes security capabilities to market
• Develop deep understanding of cloud security architectures, Kubernetes orchestration, and related technologies such as eBPF to inform product direction
• Translate complex cloud and Kubernetes security concepts into clear value propositions for customers and internal stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with multiple cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their managed Kubernetes offerings
• Knowledge of Kubernetes security best practices, including Pod Security Standards, RBAC, and network policies
• Experience with Kubernetes observability, logging, and monitoring solutions
• Understanding of cloud-native security tools in the Kubernetes ecosystem (e.g., OPA/Gatekeeper, Falco, Trivy)
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline security for Kubernetes deployments

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Flexible PTO, Sick Time Prorated Based on Date of Hire, and All Federal Holidays (US Only) + 3 Days of Paid Volunteer Time
• Non-Commissioned Positions may be eligible to participate in the Annual Discretionary Bonus Plan
• FSA and Dependent Care Accounts + EAP, where applicable
• Educational Reimbursement
• 401k with Employer Match or Pension where applicable
• Pet Insurance (US Only)
• Parental Leave (US Only)
• Hybrid and Remote Work Model