Product Manager, Cybersecurity Software (Offensive-Informed, Commercial Focus)

Description

Overview

Leidos is seeking a Product Manager to lead the transition of advanced cyber capabilities into scalable, commercially viable defensive cybersecurity products. This role sits within the Cyber Network Operations (CNO) Internal Research and Development (IRAD) portfolio and focuses on translating offensive cyber expertise into next-generation defensive solutions aligned to the Application Security Testing (AST) market, including SAST, DAST, IAST, and RASP.

The Product Manager will bridge technical innovation and market execution, shaping products that reflect real-world adversary behavior while addressing enterprise application security needs. This role requires familiarity with the AST product landscape, including competitive offerings, buyer personas, and evolving trends in secure software development.

Must be able to work in the office 1 - 2 days per week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Define and execute product vision, strategy, and roadmap for cybersecurity solutions aligned to the AST market (SAST, DAST, IAST, RASP)
• Translate offensive cyber insights (e.g., adversary tactics, exploitation paths, application-layer vulnerabilities) into differentiated application security product capabilities
• Analyze AST market trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning to inform product direction and prioritization
• Lead the transition of prototypes and research outputs into production-ready, scalable software products
• Engage with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to validate use cases and refine product-market fit
• Develop and manage product metrics (adoption, retention, integration depth, revenue impact, time-to-market)
• Establish and expand commercial partnerships, including integrations with DevSecOps toolchains and channel partners
• Support go-to-market strategy, including product positioning, competitive differentiation, and customer demonstrations
• Deliver product briefings, status updates, and impact reports to technical and business leadership

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years experience in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred). Additional years experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
• 8+ years of relevant experience (or 6+ years with a Master's degree)
• 3+ years of experience in product management, technical program management, or similar roles in cybersecurity or software products
• Demonstrated experience bringing products from concept through delivery and adoption
• Working knowledge of offensive cyber operations and application-layer vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
• Familiarity with Application Security Testing methodologies and tools, including SAST, DAST, IAST, and RASP
• Understanding of the AST competitive landscape and key vendors in the market
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver complex technical solutions
• Strong analytical skills, including defining and tracking product KPIs and success metrics
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• US citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or managing AST or DevSecOps-integrated security products
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices
• Experience building or managing partner ecosystems, including integrations with developer tools and security platforms
• Knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, containers, cloud-native environments)
• Experience with AI/ML-enabled cybersecurity solutions
• Background in national security, defense, or cyber operations environments
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance

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For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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