Director, Product Management - Data Protection

7 Minutes ago • 10 Years +

Product Management

Job Description

Barracuda is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Product Management to lead our Data Protection product line. This individual will be responsible for shaping the future of our data protection offerings, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of our customers and partners while maintaining Barracuda’s reputation for excellence in cybersecurity. This role involves defining product strategy, conducting market analysis, leading cross-functional teams, engaging with customers, tracking performance metrics, and mentoring a team of product managers. The Director will also develop go-to-market strategies and ensure compliance with security standards.

Good To Have:

MBA preferred
Relevant certifications in data protection and product management (such as Pragmatic)

Must Have:

Define and execute the product vision and strategy for Barracuda’s Data Protection products.
Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
Collaborate with engineering, sales, marketing, and customer support teams.
Engage with customers, partners, MSP’s and stakeholders to gather feedback.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success.
Mentor and lead a team of product managers.
Develop go-to-market plans, including product positioning, pricing, and promotion.
Ensure that all data protection products adhere to regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Perks:

Equity, in the form of non-qualifying options
High-quality health benefits
Retirement Plan with employer match
Career-growth opportunities
Flexible Time Off and Paid Time Off benefits
Volunteer opportunities

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Ann Arbor, Michigan

Description

Job ID 26-250

Come join our passionate team! Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use.

We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and equitable compensation regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

Envision Yourself at Barracuda

Barracuda is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Product Management to lead our Data Protection product line. This individual will be responsible for shaping the future of our data protection offerings, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of our customers and partners while maintaining Barracuda’s reputation for excellence in cybersecurity. This individual requires an understanding of data protection technologies, market and platform trends, and customer/partner needs.

What You’ll be Working on:

Product Strategy Development: Define and execute the product vision and strategy for Barracuda’s Data Protection products, aligning with overall company goals, platform initiative and market demands.
Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape, translating insights into actionable product plans.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with engineering, sales, marketing, and customer support teams to ensure successful product development, launch, and ongoing enhancements.
Customer Engagement: Engage with customers, partners, MSP’s and stakeholders to gather feedback, understand needs, and build strong relationships. Use this information to drive product improvements and innovations.
Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success. Analyze data to measure product performance and identify areas for improvement.
Team Leadership: Mentor and lead a team of product managers, fostering a trusting, collaborative and high-performance culture. Provide guidance and support to ensure successful product delivery as well as individual career development.
Go-to-Market Strategy: Working closely with Product Marketing, develop go-to-market plans, including product positioning, pricing, and promotion.
Compliance and Security: Ensure that all data protection products adhere to regulatory requirements and industry standards. Implement best practices for data security and privacy.

What You Bring to the Role:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred.
8+ years of product management experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
10+ year experience in data protection or cybersecurity product leadership.
Understanding of data protection technologies and market trends.
Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Proven ability to drive product innovation and improvement.
Clearly articulate and negotiate product requirements with technical staff.
Certifications: Relevant certifications in data protection and product management (such as Pragmatic) are a plus.

What You’ll Get from Us:

A team where you can voice your opinion, make an impact, and where you and your experience are valued. Internal mobility – there are opportunities for cross training and the ability to attain your next career step within Barracuda.