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Versa Networks · 3 days ago

VP of Quality Assurance

Santa Clara, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$250K/yr - $330K/yr

15+ years exp

Versa Networks is revolutionizing the way businesses connect and secure their networks. The VP of Quality Assurance will architect and execute a world-class QA strategy to ensure the performance, scalability, and security compliance of Versa’s networking and security products, leading a global QA organization and collaborating with various teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNetwork Security

No H1B

Responsibilities

Define and execute a QA strategy that ensures the quality, security, and performance of Versa’s SD-WAN, SSE, and SD-LAN solutions

Lead a global QA organization, including teams focused on automation, performance, security, and compliance testing

Establish and monitor quality KPIs (defect density, test coverage, MTTR, security vulnerabilities) to drive continuous improvement

Champion an automation-first culture, ensuring high efficiency and scalability in testing methodologies

Collaborate with Engineering, Security, and Product Management to ensure that security and networking quality is embedded from design to deployment

Drive security validation for SASE, Zero Trust, and SD-WAN architectures, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, and FedRAMP standards

Lead penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and threat modeling efforts to proactively identify and mitigate risks in Versa’s security stack

Ensure the integrity of end-to-end encryption, identity management, and secure access policies across cloud and on-premise environments

Collaborate with Threat Intelligence, Security Engineering, and DevSecOps teams to validate security controls and threat detection capabilities

Architect and oversee the development of scalable, cloud-native test automation frameworks to validate networking and security functionality

Implement robust performance and scalability testing frameworks for high-throughput, low-latency networking environments

Utilize tools such as Spirent, IXIA, Wireshark, iperf, and Burp Suite for deep network security and performance validation

Optimize test environments for multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid deployments, ensuring Versa’s solutions scale seamlessly in diverse environments

Partner with Engineering to drive a culture of shift-left testing, embedding quality in early development stages

Work with Product Management to define clear acceptance criteria for new features with a focus on security, reliability, and usability

Collaborate with Customer Success & Incident Response teams to analyze real-world performance, optimize test cases, and reduce customer-reported issues

Lead postmortem reviews and root cause analysis (RCA) for critical incidents, driving continuous improvement

Qualification

Quality Assurance StrategySecurity ValidationTest AutomationPerformance EngineeringNetworking ProtocolsCloud-Native DeploymentsSecurity Testing ToolsLeadership SkillsContinuous InnovationStakeholder ManagementAI-driven AutomationCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

15+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Networking, and Security, with at least 5 years in executive leadership roles

Extensive experience with SD-WAN, SSE, SASE, and Zero Trust security architecture

Deep understanding of network security architectures, including SWG, CASB, DLP, and next-gen firewalls (NGFWs)

Strong grasp of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, IPSec, TLS, HTTP/HTTPS, QUIC) and deep packet inspection (DPI)

Expertise in firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, ZTNA, and endpoint security

Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages (Python, Go, Java, or JavaScript)

Proven expertise in load, stress, and failover testing for cloud-based and edge networking environments

Experience with security testing tools (Burp Suite, Nessus, Qualys, Metasploit) and performance benchmarking tools (iperf, Spirent, IXIA)

Experience in integrating QA automation into CI/CD pipelines for cloud-native deployments

Demonstrated experience in building and scaling global QA teams in fast-paced, Agile development environments

Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to improving product quality

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence C-level executives, engineers, and customers

A passion for continuous innovation in testing methodologies, with a strong focus on AI-driven test automation and machine learning-based anomaly detection

Applicants must be authorized to work in the the US

Preferred

Deep knowledge of Versa Networks' SD-WAN and SASE solutions or experience in a similar networking/security product company

Industry certifications such as CCIE Security, CISSP, CISM, AWS Certified Security Specialist, or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Experience in AI/ML-driven test automation and predictive analytics for quality engineering

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Incentives: We offer a competitive compensation package with and pre-IPO equity to reward your hard work and dedication.

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure you and your family stay healthy and covered.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy a generous PTO policy that includes vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays to recharge and take care of personal matters.

Flexible Work Environment: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, and hybrid option to create the work schedule that works best for you.

Professional Development: We believe in continuous learning. Access to training, certifications, and educational resources to help you grow in your career and stay ahead of industry trends.

Employee Recognition: We celebrate achievements both big and small, with regular recognition programs and awards that highlight your contributions to our collective success.

Collaborative Culture: Be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

Parental Leave: Generous parental leave policies to support you during life's important moments.