Product Manager, Security & Managed Services

LightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.

If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility.

As a leading provider of Hybrid IT solutions, Lightedge is seeking an experienced Security Product Manager to drive the development and launch of innovative security products.

The Security Product Manager is responsible for driving the development and launch of innovative security products that meet market needs and protect our customers. This role requires a deep understanding of security principles, technologies, and business acumen. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of delivering successful security products and a passion for protecting our customers

• Product Strategy: Develop and execute product strategies that align with Lightedge's business goals and customer needs.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify emerging security threats, industry trends, and customer requirements.
• Product Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to define product requirements, features, and roadmaps.
• Product Launch: Oversee the successful launch and go-to-market execution of security products.
• Product Management: Manage the product lifecycle, including product positioning, pricing, updates, and issue resolution.
• Market Engagement: Build strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, vendors, and the broader market to understand their needs and gather feedback.
• Technical Proficiency: Stay up-to-date on the latest security technologies and trends.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor product teams to ensure product success.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate with stakeholders, including executives, operations, sales teams, marketing, and customers.

• 2 years of experience as a Product Manager, Product Architect, or Solutions Engineering/Architecture. Experience in the MSP or ITSM space is a plus.
• A deep understanding of security principles, threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
• Knowledge of various security technologies, such as firewalls, EDR/MDR, SOC, SIEM, SD-WAN, ZTNA, and access control.
• Ability to analyze customer security issues and needs and translate them into product requirements and use cases.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Understanding of the product development life cycle.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to research issues, deliver quality work independently, and improve processes.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent written, presentation, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.