Contrast Security is the world’s leader in Runtime Application Security, embedding code analysis and attack prevention directly into software. Contrast’s patented security instrumentation disrupts traditional AppSec approaches with integrated and comprehensive security observability that delivers highly accurate assessment and continuous protection of an entire application portfolio. The Contrast Runtime Security Platform enables powerful Application Security Testing and Application Detection and Response, allowing developers, AppSec teams, and SecOps teams to better protect and defend their applications against the ever-evolving threat landscape. Application Security programs need to modernize and Contrast empowers teams to innovate with confidence.
About the Position
Our mission is to revolutionize application security. At Contrast Security, we offer a new approach to code security and application protection, from developers analyzing the first line of code through instrumenting a sophisticated enterprise DevSecOps lifecycle, and deploying apps at-scale.
The foundation of this is collecting data from applications across development, testing and production environments. As a Principal Product Manager you will independently drive this area of our technology stack. This is a highly visible and cross-functional role that requires a good understanding of application development environments, coding languages, and frameworks. You will work closely with our enterprise customers, field teams, and all other product teams. You will demonstrate a deep understanding of market trends and technologies, and apply this to create a strong roadmap for our collectors that can support streamlined deployment, broad coverage, as well as rapid feature development.
We are looking for a highly technical candidate, a solid mix of business and organizational skills, and the ability to operate in a matrixed cross-functional environment. This is a good opportunity for candidates with a background in software development, software engineering, DevOps, cloud/container technologies, SRE and related areas.
Responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of software development environments, application infrastructure, languages and frameworks.
- Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and operating models for deployment and scale-out.
- Develop a compelling product strategy that leads to streamlined/automated deployment, optimal coverage of languages/frameworks, and compelling features across our platform.
- Own the complete product lifecycle, from strategy to user stories, product requirements, and definition of the product experience
- Establish and track clear metrics and KPIs
Qualifications
- 7+ years of product management/development experience.
- The ideal candidate will come with a strong background in software development and/or development operations(DevOps) background
- An expert in software development environments, and technologies
- A practitioner with hands-on experience developing, deploying, and/or testing software applications.
- Technical degree
- Extremely detail oriented and organized. You should be able to work closely with engineering to prioritize, define, and manage delivery on an ongoing basis
- An ability to use data to derive insights, measure impact and relentlessly prioritize
- Ability to operate in a highly matrixed environment
- Executive presence combined with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude
- Experience with SaaS products ideally in one or more of the following areas: Application & Cloud Infrastructure/Security, APM, XDR, CI/CD technologies
- Experience in direct customer engagements
- Ability to present to both technical and non-technical audiences, and executives
- Experience with Agile and Lean development practices and rapid prototyping
- Experience performing competitive and business analysis
Salary and Other Compensation
This position's standard base pay range is $190,000 - $220,000 annually. This position is also eligible for an equity package subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider several factors: geography, skill set, experience, job scope, and current market data.
Benefits
Contrast Security offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Transit, and Commuter benefits, Flexible PTO, 56 hours of Annual Sick time, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Holidays.
Disclaimer
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
We are changing the world of software security. Do it with us.
We believe in what we do and are passionate about helping our customers secure their business.
If you’re looking for a challenge and want to enjoy where you work, you’ll love Contrast Security.
Contrast Security is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and our team is comprised of individuals from many diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and locations. At Contrast, we strive to build diverse teams that reflect the people we want to empower through our products. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. Equal Opportunity is the Law, and Contrast is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. If you have a specific need that requires accommodation, please let a member of the People Team know.
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