Director of Product Management – Physical Security Solutions

Who We Are
Ontic makes software that corporate and government security professionals use to proactively manage threats, mitigate risks, and make businesses stronger. Built by security and software professionals, the Ontic Platform connects and unifies critical data, business processes, and collaborators in one place, consolidating security intelligence and operations. We call this Connected Intelligence. Ontic serves corporate security teams across key functions, including intelligence, investigations, GSOC, executive protection, and security operations.
As Ontic employees, we put our mission first and value the trust bestowed upon us by our clients to help keep their people safe. We approach our clients and each other with empathy while focusing on the execution of our strategy. And we have fun doing it.
Who You Are
You are a strategic, hands-on Director of Product Management with deep experience in security technologies including but not limited to incident management, or threat intelligence platforms. In this role, you will lead a team of product managers, own the roadmap for our security product lines, and drive the strategy and execution that aligns with customer needs, market trends, and business goals.

Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Vision: Define and evolve the vision and strategy for our physical security products, incorporating market research, customer insights, and emerging trends.
• Roadmap Ownership: Develop and communicate a compelling product roadmap aligned with company objectives and cross-functional stakeholder needs.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a team of product managers. Foster a culture of product excellence, collaboration, and accountability.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner closely with engineering, design, GTM, sales, and customer success to deliver high-quality products and drive market adoption.
• Voice of the Customer: Champion the end-user experience through discovery, customer advisory boards, field visits, and user testing.
• Market Intelligence: Maintain a strong understanding of the competitive landscape, regulatory requirements, and partner ecosystem in the physical security domain.
• Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full product lifecycle—from ideation to launch to sunset—ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with KPIs.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in product management with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Domain expertise in Security Technology, such as incident management, or enterprise security software preferred.
• Proven success launching and scaling complex B2B software products.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills grounded in data and user feedback.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth, or startup environments.
• Familiarity with AI/ML applications in security or related industries is a plus.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ontic we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Ontic prioritizes the full inclusion of qualified individuals, providing necessary accommodations for those with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance during the application or interview process or job tasks, please contact us at recruitment@ontic.co  or call (512) 572-7400 
Ontic does not provide sponsorship for employment visas or work authorization for this role. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship, now or in the future
Ontic Benefits & PerksCompetitive SalaryMedical, Vision & Dental Benefits401kStock OptionsHSA ContributionLearning StipendFlexible PTO PolicyQuarterly company ME (mental escape) daysGenerous Parental Leave policyHome Office StipendMobile Phone ReimbursementHome Internet Reimbursement for Remote EmployeesAnniversary & Milestone Celebrations
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