Director, Product Management

Join the Cyber-DNS team at CIRA and play a key role in advancing Canada's cybersecurity and DNS infrastructure Our Cyber-DNS team is dedicated to protecting Canadians online by delivering cutting-edge solutions.

You'll tackle projects that make a real difference—including empowering users with CIRA Cybersecurity Awareness Training, securing household and enterprise networks through CIRA Canadian Shield and DNS Firewall, or defending against DDoS attacks with Anycast DNS. This is your chance to be part of a team that's shaping the future of digital security and DNS technology, making a meaningful difference in how Canadians and global citizens alike experience and trust the internet

Who you are:

You are an experienced Product Leader and are eager to take CIRA's Cybersecurity and DNS products to the next level. You have a deep understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, as well as a proven track record of developing successful products. As a natural leader, you take pride in developing product managers and ensuring cohesion and collaboration between cross-functional teams.

What you will do:

• In collaboration with the Vice President, Cybersecurity and DNS Services, define and articulate the product vision for CIRA's Cybersecurity and DNS suite of products and services.
• Lead a team of product managers to execute on the product strategies, including the development and enhancement of our Cybersecurity and DNS products and features; ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet high quality standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams, including engineering, sales and marketing to ensure that our products are successfully launched and integrated into the market, and that the voice of the customer is heard.
• Act as a CIRA thought leader and ambassador for the Cybersecurity business, participating in media engagement, partnerships and more.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify and understand trends, the competitive landscape and customer needs.
• Responsible for allocating budgets to drive growth, maximize profitability, and achieve desired outcomes.

What you bring:

• 10+ years of product management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• 5+ years of experience developing products in the SAAS space, with a focus on Cybersecurity, endpoint technology or networking.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, including a bias to action and make decisions in a timely manner, to empower teams to collaborate and execute on roadmaps.
• Excellent communication skills to champion CIRA's product development to our diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• A passion for innovation and technology, with a customer-centric mindset and a desire to create exceptional products that delight users.

Who We Are
At CIRA, we're driven by a passion to make a positive impact on Canada's digital future. We're not just asking, 'What more can we do?'—we're actively exploring new frontiers to enhance and secure the internet for all Canadians. Our recognition as one of the National Capital Region's Top Employers for nine years is a testament to our vibrant culture. We believe in fostering an environment where collaboration and candour are second nature and where diverse perspectives are integral to our success, because we know that great ideas come from everywhere. If you're passionate about innovation and ready to make a difference in a dynamic field, join us and help shape the future of the internet

CIRA embraces a blend of remote and IRL in-office work to keep our team connected and engaged. Our Ottawa headquarters is a hub for regular events and social activities that bring our team together, encouraging a strong sense of community within our organization. No matter where you work from, you'll always feel part of our vibrant team and our shared mission.

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