Vp, Product Strategist

Our Purpose
- Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build _a sustainable economy_ where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making _transactions secure,_ simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._

Title and Summary

VP, Product Strategist - CyberSecurity Products

Who is Mastercard?
Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential.

Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.

Services within Mastercard is responsible for acquiring, engaging, and retaining customers by managing fraud and risk, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving the digital payments experience. We provide value-added services and leverage expertise, data-driven insights, and execution.

We are expanding our focus on the Small and Medium Business (SMB) and Government segments and seeking a forward-thinking Product Strategist to define and drive our cyber product strategy for these markets.

Role Overview:
As a Product Strategist for Cyber Products (SMB & Government Segments), you will be responsible for shaping the strategic direction, roadmap, and go-to-market approach for cybersecurity products tailored for SMBs and government entities. You will leverage market insights, customer needs, and competitive analysis to develop solutions that address the unique security challenges faced by these segments. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, product management expertise, and a deep understanding of the SMB and government cybersecurity landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

- Define and execute the SMB and government cybersecurity product strategy, aligning with business goals and market demands.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer segmentation to identify opportunities and gaps in cybersecurity solutions for SMBs and government entities.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive SMB and government segment strategy, ensuring scalability, affordability, and effectiveness of security offerings.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, sales, and marketing, to drive product development and market adoption.
- Define key success metrics and monitor performance, adjusting strategy based on customer feedback and market trends.
- Develop business cases and value propositions to support new product initiatives and enhancements.
- Work closely with channel partners and distribution networks to optimize product reach and adoption in the SMB and government markets.
- Stay ahead of cybersecurity trends, regulatory changes, and emerging threats that impact SMBs and government entities.
- Serve as a thought leader, providing insights on SMB and government security needs and advocating for innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Experience in product strategy, product management, or related roles in cybersecurity or technology.
- Demonstrable experience in executing successful product/service launches in the SMB segment.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity challenges faced by SMBs and government entities, including compliance, risk management, and threat landscapes.
- Proven ability to develop and execute product strategies that drive growth and market penetration.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working with SaaS-based security solutions and/or managed security services is a plus.
- Familiarity with SMB and government buying behaviors, sales channels, and customer support models.

Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity for SMBs and government entities.
- Work with a dynamic team passionate about protecting businesses and government organizations from cyber threats.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that eve