OCO Networking and Internet Product Manager

Assured Information Security, Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

7% contribution to 401(k)

Job summary

Assured Information Security, Inc., located in Columbia, MD, is seeking an OCO Networking and Internet Product Manager to lead the vision and roadmap for cyber mission systems, focusing on cloud networking solutions. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience collaborating across teams and stakeholders in the intelligence community.

This onsite position requires a TS/SCI clearance and offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $165,000 based on skills and experience, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) contribution.

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant experience or 10 years with a Master's degree.
• Experience working with government agencies or contractors in intelligence or defense.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, including reliable internet connectivity.
• Experience in product development and management, especially in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product vision and roadmap for cyber mission systems.
• Lead product backlog refinement and ensure features for cloud networking are prioritized.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and develop technology solutions.
• Engage with government stakeholders to align capability delivery.

Skills

Leadership skills

Cloud networking principles

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Networking technologies (firewalls, load balancers, VPNs)

Education

Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)

Job description

Assured Information Security (AIS) is seeking an OCO Networking and Internet Product Manager to join our Mission Services team! In this role you will get to define and communicate the product vision and roadmap for cyber mission systems, with a focus on cloud networking and internet connectivity, in support of OCO.

This is an onsite position located in Columbia, MD and requires a TS/SCI w/CI Poly.

What You’ll Do

• Provide thought leadership and work with key stakeholders to understand requirements, build partnerships, and provide technology solutions for highly reliable and redundant network connectivity.
• Lead product backlog refinement, ensuring features and capabilities for cloud networking solutions are defined, prioritized, and decomposed into actionable user stories.
• Collaborate with other Product Managers, Release Train Engineers, and Scrum Masters to drive Program Increment (PI) execution, risk mitigation, and cross-team collaboration for networking-focused projects.
• Engage with government stakeholders to gather feedback and align capability delivery for virtualized and containerized solutions.
• Participate in technical exchange meetings (TEMs), operational working groups, and other OCO forums related to cloud networking.
• Partner with clients to understand business objectives, user behaviors, and product vision, develop product concepts, roadmaps, test plans, and functional specifications for cloud networking solutions.
• Collaborate with designers and engineers to conceptualize, design, and deliver multi-platform applications with a focus on robust and secure network connectivity.
• Lead engagements alongside company partners as well as the top designers and technologists in the industry.

Education/Experience/Skillset Required

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, Computer Science or related field with 12 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with government agencies or contractors in the intelligence or defense sectors.
• Solid understanding of cloud networking principles, including high reliability and redundant internet connectivity.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, along with experience with Agile methodologies and cloud services. Experience with networking technologies such as firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs. Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience in the development of products and/or management in a development environment. Build and implement product strategies aligned with the OCO PMO’s vision, develop roadmaps, and prioritize features for cloud networking and connectivity solutions.
• Facilitate interactions between all stakeholders and actively interact.
• Proactive, hands‑on leader who takes ownership, engages stakeholders and supports the team’s needs.
• Guide and mentor junior staff and collaborate across teams to shape requirements and deliver products on time and within budget.

What Sets You Apart

• SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager or similar Agile certification(s) is desirable. AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or similar networking certifications.
• CompTIA Network+

Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/CI Poly

AA / Disability / Veteran

US Salary Range: $150,000 - $165,000

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on several factors including location, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package which includes employer‑paid health insurance and a 7% contribution to your 401(k), candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation.

AIS is a leading cyber and information security company supporting mission‑critical operations across the DoD, intelligence community, commerce and beyond. Founded in 2001, AIS is a privately‑owned company committed to excellence in all facets. We pride ourselves on offering some of the best benefits seen in the industry, celebrate the unique backgrounds and experiences of our people, and encourage new ideas, innovation, and the autonomy to create the future and career they want with our support.