Technical Product Manager - Authentication

Technical Product Manager – Authentication

Job Title: Technical Product Manager — Authentication Platform & Windows MFA Agent

Location: Hybrid (NJ) — 3 days/week in person

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Product Management

Work Authorization: Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application

We Are

1Kosmos is driving the future of identity security, empowering organizations to eliminate passwords and establish trust at every step of the identity lifecycle. As a vibrant team of innovators, we develop advanced authentication solutions trusted by some of the world’s leading brands. Join us as we create a passwordless world and set new standards for digital identity assurance.

About The Role

We are searching for a Technical Product Manager with proven expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) to lead the strategy, execution, and success of our authentication platform—including our cross-platform credential provider for Windows and our biometric hardware key solutions. In this pivotal role, you will shape our product roadmap, drive innovation, and oversee the adoption of our next-generation authentication and credential management solutions across complex enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Roadmap: Develop and refine the long-term product strategy for IAM solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and the highest security standards. Create and prioritize the product roadmap and backlog for new features and enhancements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, UX/UI, and Customer Success teams to define requirements, deliver new features, and champion best-in-class authentication experiences.
• Leadership & Advocacy: Serve as the primary point of contact for IAM products internally and externally, supporting field teams, senior leadership, and strategic customers.
• Execution & Measurement: Set and monitor KPIs to measure product performance and adoption; analyze user feedback and product metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Market & Industry Awareness: Stay current with security trends, competitor solutions, and best practices in authentication and identity management, using insights to inform product direction.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Product Management, delivering enterprise IAM, authentication, or security solutions.
• Direct, hands-on experience integrating solutions with Windows, macOS, and Linux environments.
• Strong technical background and understanding of authentication protocols (e.g., FIDO2, OAuth, SAML), credential management, and risk/policy engines.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills; able to work seamlessly with engineering, design, and business teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  
  

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Experience with developer platforms (APIs, SDKs), adaptive authentication, and Zero Trust architectures.
• Familiarity with both cloud-based and on-premises identity deployments.
• Strategic, analytical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Passionate about usability, security, and solving challenging problems in digital identity.
  
  

Are you ready to shape the future of authentication? Join 1Kosmos and help lead the next wave in identity assurance and passwordless innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Cutting-Edge Tech Stack: Build with decentralized identity protocols, FedRamp High, FIDO2-certified cryptography, and NIST-compliant biometric systems.
• Accelerated Growth: Receive annual stipends for certifications and attend key conferences like Identiverse or EIC.
• Ownership & Impact: We move fast and will enable you to make a big impact with large customers in US & Canada.
• Flexibility First: Unlimited PTO, and 2 days WFH