Remote Security Research Lead - AI-Driven Defense

Saasventurecapital; United States; On-site; USD 195,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Paid time off

Parental leave

Health benefits

401(k)

Life and Disability insurance

Stock options

Home office stipend

Education allowance

Digital reimbursement

BetterUp coaching

Job summary

Huntress, a remote-first cybersecurity company, seeks a Product Research Manager to lead a diverse team focused on countering evolving threats. You will guide cross-functional collaboration with Product, Security Operations Center, and Engineering to deliver impactful capabilities.

Ideal candidates will have oversight of offense-minded researchers, proficiency in AI-enabled workflows, and a track record of building scalable, automated research processes that drive business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience leading cybersecurity teams with diverse skills and R&D.
• Ability to hire and grow the team quickly.
• Independent decision maker with accountability.
• Strong communication of highly technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a cohesive, high-functioning team that thrives in trust and inclusion.
• Collaborate with Product leadership, SOC, and Engineering to shape threat operations roadmap.
• Provide technical and managerial leadership to direct reports in security disciplines.
• Identify risks and blockers; bring solutions to leadership.
• Ensure team goals align with Huntress’ mission and impact.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Team building

Independent decision making

Technical communication

AI fluency

Job description

Huntress, a remote-first cybersecurity company, seeks a Product Research Manager to lead a diverse team focused on countering evolving threats. You will guide cross-functional collaboration with Product, Security Operations Center, and Engineering to deliver impactful capabilities.

Ideal candidates will have oversight of offense-minded researchers, proficiency in AI-enabled workflows, and a track record of building scalable, automated research processes that drive business outcomes.