Exostar · 6 hours ago
Senior Product Manager
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expExostar LLC is a company that creates cloud-based platforms for secure collaboration in highly regulated industries. They are seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the evolution of their CMMC Ready Suite, focusing on product strategy, cross-functional team management, and leveraging AI/ML capabilities for compliance solutions.
CollaborationIdentity ManagementInformation TechnologyRisk Management
Responsibilities
Define and execute a product roadmap aligned with company objectives, evolving CMMC compliance requirements, and AI-driven innovation opportunities
Identify and prioritize AI/ML capabilities that automate compliance workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve assessment accuracy
Refine and deliver requirements in partnership with Product Owners, Business Analysts, UX experts, and data science teams
Make tough tactical prioritization decisions while focusing on long-term goals
Drive roadmap elements with focus on customer satisfaction that leads to upsell and growth
Work closely with sales, marketing, and engineering teams to deliver impactful solutions
Gather input from clients, partners, MSPs, and DIB industry experts to shape product direction
Act as the bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment across teams
Oversee the full product lifecycle for the CMMC Ready Suite components, from ideation to launch and post-launch optimization
Drive the integration of AI/ML features including intelligent document analysis, automated control mapping, and AI-assisted remediation guidance
Collaborate with UX/UI teams to ensure intuitive and effective product design
Partner with engineering and data science teams to deliver high-quality, scalable AI-powered solutions on schedule
Champion the use of AI/ML technologies to differentiate our compliance solutions
Deploy AI capabilities (including LLMs, NLP, and automation tools) for practical application in CMMC assessment and remediation workflows
Define requirements for AI-powered features that reduce customer burden while maintaining audit defensibility
Stay current with AI industry developments and translate innovations into product opportunities
Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes in compliance frameworks including NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, and CMMC
Conduct user research and analyze customer feedback to inform product enhancements that ensure customers achieve and maintain CMMC certification
Define success metrics and track product performance to ensure continuous improvement
Present insights and results to executive leadership, making data-driven recommendations
Owning product Profit & Loss (P&L); make adequate financial decisions for revenue-based roadmap items and work through sales to close them
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Business, or a related field
10+ years of experience in software product management including product delivery, budget ownership and customer relationship management
Deep knowledge of CMMC 2.0 framework, NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements with demonstrated experience translating compliance requirements into product features
Proven experience deploying AI/ML capabilities in enterprise software products, including defining requirements, working with data science teams, and measuring AI feature effectiveness
Prior experience managing products using agile methodologies and project management tools (Atlassian suite a plus)
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and lead presentations, training courses, and effective meetings
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Demonstrated integrity, independent thinking, judgment, and respect for others
Preferred
Previous experience with highly-regulated industries, particularly the Defense Industrial Base
The ability to solve complex technical, managerial, or operational problems and evaluate options based on relevant information, resources, well-rounded experience, and knowledge
Prior experience in requirement analysis and business process re-engineering
Certification as a Registered Practitioner (RP), Certified CMMC Professional (CCP), or Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA)
Understanding of how secure collaboration platforms, compliance assessment tools, policy management systems, and managed services work individually and collectively to support customer compliance objectives
Hands-on experience with LLMs, NLP, or document intelligence technologies in product contexts
Experience conducting or supporting CMMC assessments or working directly with C3PAOs
Benefits
Employee development: we promote internally and provide training and educational assistance
A fun, engaged workplace, with social and community-building events
Comprehensive benefits and flexible time off plans
Company
Exostar
Exostar is a leader in secure cloud-based solutions that improve collaboration,
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$15MKey Investors
Merck Global Health Innovation Fund
2023-09-26Acquired
2015-10-30Series Unknown· $15M
Leadership Team
Rick Simpson
Chief Financial Officer
Derrick Reig
Chief Revenue Officer
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