Sr. Manager Product Management: Data Security

About Trellix:

Trellix, the trusted CISO ally, is redefining the future of cybersecurity and soulful work. Our comprehensive, GenAI-powered platform helps organizations confronted by today’s most advanced threats gain confidence in the protection and resilience of their operations. Along with an extensive partner ecosystem, we accelerate technology innovation through artificial intelligence, automation, and analytics to empower over 53,000 customers with responsibly architected security solutions. We also recognize the importance of closing the 4-million-person cybersecurity talent gap. We aim to create a home for anyone seeking a meaningful future in cybersecurity and look for candidates across industries to join us in soulful work. More at https://www.trellix.com/

Role Overview:

The Sr. Manager Product Management: Data Security position is a strategic, high-visibility role to help own the strategy and vision for products within Trellix’s data security portfolio to help us maintain our position as an industry leading data security solution provider. This position will report to the Sr. Director of Product Management: Data Security and will work cross-functionally with Development, Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and Senior Leadership teams to plan, design, launch, and scale our product offerings and help solve our customer’s problems. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for technology, as well as several years’ experience developing and bringing to market products and solutions in the cyber security and data security markets. This is a senior level position that requires a blend of technical, business and marketing capability as well as strategic thinking and collaboration skills to be successful. Qualified candidates will be charged with making and encouraging unbiased strategic product decisions based on quantifiable means vs. opinion to give the company the best outcome.

About the Role

• Product Strategy & Vision
• Own the product strategy, roadmap, and vision for Trellix’s data security offerings.
• Define and prioritize product initiatives that align with customer needs, industry trends, and company goals.
• Identify market opportunities and emerging threats, ensuring Trellix continues to lead in data security innovation.
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Partner with Engineering, UX, and QA to define requirements, oversee design, and deliver high-quality features on time.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to enable go-to-market readiness, competitive positioning, and customer adoption.
• Influence senior leadership and stakeholders by presenting clear, data-driven business cases and product recommendations.
• Customer & Market Insight
• Engage directly with customers, partners, and industry analysts to understand pain points and translate them into actionable product requirements.
• Monitor competitor strategies and market shifts to anticipate needs and adjust product direction accordingly.
• Lifecycle Management
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle—from ideation and requirements gathering to launch, adoption, and end-of-life decisions.
• Drive release planning, pricing strategies, and success metrics to ensure profitability and long-term growth.
• Metrics & Execution
• Define KPIs and success criteria for product performance, adoption, and customer satisfaction.
• Promote a culture of making strategic decisions based on quantifiable data, customer feedback, and measurable outcomes.
• Team Leadership
• Mentor and develop a high-performing product team, fostering growth and accountability.
• Encourage innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the product organization.

About You

• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in cybersecurity or data security.
• Proven track record of managing enterprise security products—preferably in data security, DLP, encryption, CASB, or related domains.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and successfully launching complex products in global markets.
• Domain Knowledge
• Strong understanding of the cybersecurity ecosystem, including data security, regulatory compliance, and cloud security trends.
• Familiarity with endpoint security, threat intelligence, SIEM/SOAR, and adjacent solutions is a plus.
• Ability to articulate technical concepts (e.g., data classification, policy enforcement, insider threat protection) to both technical and business audiences.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to define vision and translate it into actionable roadmaps.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity while driving clarity and measurable results.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, product management tools (e.g., Jira, Aha!), and SaaS/cloud environments.
• Leadership Attributes
• High level of initiative and ownership; able to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Proven ability to build consensus, rally stakeholders, and deliver products that delight customers.
• Commitment to Trellix’s mission of delivering soulful work and helping customers build resilience against today’s most advanced threats.

Company Benefits and Perks:

We believe that the best solutions are developed by teams who embrace each other's unique experiences, skills, and abilities. We work hard to create a dynamic workforce where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• Retirement Plans
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support for Community Involvement

We're serious about our commitment to a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our industry-leading products and customer support, which is why we prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.