Product Strategy Director

1Password; Canada; Remote; CAD 208,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Director of Product Strategy to shape its future in the cybersecurity and productivity software markets. This remote role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams and driving product strategy based on market dynamics and customer needs. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in product strategy with proven success in driving innovation and strategic alignment across teams. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits

Generous PTO policy

Retirement matching program

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in product strategy, management consulting, or corporate strategy.
• Proven success in driving strategic alignment across teams.
• Experience in SaaS, cybersecurity, or enterprise software.

Responsibilities

• Lead product strategy development and identify growth opportunities.
• Synthesize data and customer insights to inform product innovation.
• Prepare strategic briefings for executives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

MBA or equivalent experience

Tools

Market research tools (e.g., Gartner, AlphaSense)

Job description

1Password is growing faster than ever. We’ve surpassed $400M in ARR and we’re continuing to accelerate, earning a spot on the Forbes Cloud 100 for four years in a row and teaming up with iconic partners like Oracle Red Bull Racing and the Utah Mammoth.

About 1Password

At 1Password, we’re building the foundation for a safe, productive digital future. Our mission is to unleash employee productivity without compromising security by ensuring every identity is authentic, every application sign‑in is secure, and every device is trusted. We innovated the market‑leading enterprise password manager and pioneered Extended Access Management, a new cybersecurity category built for the way people and AI agents work today. As one of the most loved brands in cybersecurity, we take a human‑centric approach in everything from product strategy to user experience. Over 180,000 businesses, from Fortune 100 leaders to the world’s most innovative AI companies, trust 1Password to help their teams securely adopt the SaaS and AI tools they need to do their best work.

If you’re excited about the opportunity to contribute to the digital safety of millions, to work alongside a team of curious, driven individuals, and to solve hard problems in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, then we want to hear from you. Come join us and help shape a safer, simpler digital future.

1Password is seeking a strategic and analytically driven Director of Product Strategy to play a critical role in shaping the company’s future across the cybersecurity, identity, and productivity software markets. This high‑impact role will directly support the Chief Product Officer and collaborate with Product, Design, Corporate Development, Strategic Finance, and Marketing to define and drive the strategic direction of our product portfolio.

As a Director of Product Strategy, you will lead product strategy development, identify growth opportunities, and ensure that our product vision and roadmap are grounded in data, market dynamics, and customer needs — positioning 1Password to win in a rapidly evolving landscape.

This is a remote opportunity within Canada and the US.

Key Responsibilities:

Product & Portfolio Strategy

• Partner with the CPO and Product Leadership team in strategic planning, long‑term roadmap development, and opportunity assessments.
• Define and evolve 1Password’s multi‑year product strategy, aligning it with company vision, customer outcomes, and market opportunities.
• Identify whitespace opportunities and emerging areas of differentiation across consumer, business, and developer markets.
• Develop frameworks for prioritization and portfolio management to optimize product investments.

Strategic Insights & Planning

• Synthesize internal data, customer insights, and external trends to inform product direction and innovation strategy.
• Build and maintain an understanding of competitive positioning, market dynamics, and emerging technologies to guide decision‑making.
• Translate analysis into clear strategic recommendations for executives and product leaders.

Cross‑functional Leadership

• Collaborate with Corporate Development and Strategic Finance on partnership and M&A evaluations aligned with product strategy.
• Partner with Marketing and Sales on positioning, messaging, and go‑to‑market alignment.
• Ensure that strategic initiatives are operationalized across teams through clear communication, frameworks, and metrics.

Executive & Stakeholder Communication

• Prepare strategic briefings, product narratives, and board materials that articulate vision, priorities, and progress.
• Lead strategic reviews and facilitate alignment between Product, Design, and GTM organizations.

What we are looking for:

Experience & Background

• 7–10 years of experience in product strategy, management consulting, corporate strategy, or related roles within SaaS, cybersecurity, or enterprise software.
• Proven success driving strategic alignment and product innovation across cross‑functional teams.
• Proven track record of leading and/or influencing across Product teams.
• Proven ability to lead and deliver larger product initiatives such as partnerships, market launches, market campaigns.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI and how it can enhance or impact this type of work.
• Demonstrated skill in fundamentals such as pricing, profitability, ROI, etc.
• Deep understanding of technology trends across cybersecurity, identity, and productivity markets.

Skills & Capabilities

• Strategic thinker with strong synthesis and storytelling abilities — capable of distilling complexity into clarity.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience in market sizing, opportunity assessment, and portfolio optimization.
• Highly collaborative and influential, with the ability to lead through context and alignment rather than authority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; adept at presenting to senior executives.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in or with cybersecurity or identity companies is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with strategic planning and research tools such as Gartner, AlphaSense, or PitchBook.
• MBA or equivalent experience preferred but not required.

Why join 1Password:

At 1Password, we’re building a safer, simpler digital future for individuals and businesses everywhere. As Director of Product Strategy, you’ll help shape the direction of our portfolio, ensuring we anticipate market shifts, delight customers, and advance our leadership in a world where security, usability, and trust are paramount.

USA‑based roles only: The annual base salary for this role is between $225,000 USD and $305,000 USD, plus immediate participation in 1Password’s benefits program (health, dental, 401k and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.

Canada‑based roles only: The annual base salary for this role is between $208,000 CAD and $282,000 CAD, plus immediate participation in 1Password’s generous benefits program (health, dental, RRSP and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.

At 1Password, we approach each individual's compensation with a promise of fair market value and internal equity commensurate with experience and specific skill set.

Our culture

We prioritize collaboration, clear and transparent communication, receptiveness to feedback, and alignment with our core values: keep it simple, lead with honesty, and put people first. You’ll be part of a team that challenges the status quo and is excited to experiment and iterate in search of the best solution. That said, 1Password is not for everyone. Our work is demanding, we strive for excellence, and the pace is fast. We need people who are keen to take on challenging problems, who seek feedback to grow, and who are driven to make an impact. If you’re looking for a place where you can settle into a comfortable routine, this might not be the right fit for you. We’re looking for individuals who are proven experts in their fields, as well as those who are highly adaptable, can thrive in ambiguity and through change, are curious, and above all deliver results.

Our approach to remote work

We believe in the power of remote work, but recognize that in‑person connection is important to help us achieve our mission. While we are a remote‑first company, travel for in‑person engagement is a part of almost all roles, and we require our employees to be ready and willing to take part. Frequency will depend on role and responsibilities, and may include, but is not limited to: annual department‑wide off‑sites, team meetings, and customer/industry events.

What we offer

Health and wellbeing

• Maternity and parental leave top‑up programs.
• Competitive health benefits.
• Generous PTO policy.

Growth and future

• RSU program for most employees.
• Retirement matching program.
• Free 1Password account.

Community

• Paid volunteer days.
• Peer‑to‑peer recognition through Bonusly.
• Remote‑first work environment.

Some roles in our GTM team are currently being hired for in‑person hybrid work in Toronto and Austin. These roles will specify on the posting.

You belong here.

1Password is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that is built on trust, support and respect. We welcome all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, colour, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, citizenship, education, languages spoken or veteran status. Be yourself, find your people and share the things you love.

Accommodation is available upon request at any point during our recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please speak to your talent acquisition partner or email us at [e-mail] and we’ll work to meet your needs.

Remote work is a part of our DNA. Given that our company was founded remotely in 2005, we can safely say we’re experts at building remote culture. That said, remote work at 1Password does mean working from your home country. If you’ve got questions or concerns about this, your talent partner would be happy to address them with you.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check that may consist of prior employment verification, reference checks, education confirmation, criminal background, publicly available social media, credit history, or other information, as permitted by local law.

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