Senior Product Owner IV

Apex Systems; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 135,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401K program

Job summary

Everforth Apex seeks a Senior Product Owner to drive an Enterprise Open Source Management Program and software supply chain security strategy in Michigan. You will lead governance, operating model, scope, and implementation roadmaps while coordinating across Cyber Security, Software Engineering, DevOps, Asset Management, Architecture, and Risk Management teams.

The role requires leadership in SBOM concepts, vendor assessment support, and executive-level discussions to mature enterprise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity, software supply chain security, DevSecOps, or related disciplines.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and stakeholder alignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of an Enterprise Open Source Management Program with governance and roadmap.
• Collaborate across Cyber Security, Software Engineering, DevOps, Asset Management, Architecture, and Risk Management.
• Develop SBOM strategy, process improvements, and governance for open source software.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Program design

Software supply chain

SBOM concepts

GitHub

Jenkins

Artifactory

DevSecOps

Open source governance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Eng/related field

Tools

GitHub

Jenkins

Artifactory

Job description

# Senior Product Owner IVApply**Job#: 3051671****Job Description:****Title: Senior Product Owner****Location: Michigan, 48226 (Onsite)****Duration: 6+ Months**Role OverviewWe are seeking a cybersecurity and software supply chain professional to lead the design and implementation planning for an Enterprise Open Source Management Program and software supply chain security strategy. This individual will work across Cyber Security, Software Engineering, DevOps, Asset Management, Architecture, and Technology teams. This is a senior individual contributor role responsible for driving the definition and maturation of enterprise capabilities that improve visibility, governance, and risk management associated with open source software.Key Responsibilities* Lead the design and development of an Enterprise Open Source Management Program, including governance, operating model, scope, roadmap, and implementation strategy.* Facilitate collaboration among Cyber Security, Software Engineering, DevOps, Asset Management, Architecture, and Risk Management teams to establish program requirements and priorities.* Partner with stakeholders to evaluate current-state capabilities, identify gaps, and define future-state processes supporting open source governance and software supply chain security.* Develop program proposals, business cases, staffing plans, budget estimates, and implementation roadmaps for executive review and approval.* Define enterprise processes for open source software intake, approval, exception management, and ongoing governance activities.* Support development of a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) strategy and associated processes that improve visibility into software components, dependencies, and associated risks.* Evaluate tooling capabilities and assist with technology assessments, vendor reviews, and solution recommendations that support program objectives.* Drive stakeholder alignment by facilitating workshops, working groups, governance forums, and executive-level discussions.* Monitor industry trends, emerging threats, and regulatory developments related to open source software governance.* Influence outcomes and drive decision-making without direct authority across matrixed teams.Required Qualifications**Education:** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.**Experience:** 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, application security, software development, technology governance, software supply chain security, DevSecOps, or related disciplines. Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives is also required.**Technical Skills:** Enterprise change management; Influence/coordination across organizations; Program design and management; Software supply chain security; Application security; Open source software governance; SBOM concepts and generation; Enterprise governance and operating model design; SDLC and software engineering practices; GitHub, Jenkins, Artifactory; Cloud environments; Stakeholder management; Requirements gathering; Executive communications; Roadmap development; Budgeting and staffing planning; Cross-functional leadership and influence.Preferred Qualifications* Open Source Program Office (OSPO) experience* Open source policy development* Experience with software composition analysis (SCA) tools* Knowledge of ServiceNow* Vulnerability management experience* Familiarity with container registries* Understanding of DevSecOps and secure software development frameworks* Experience with exception management processes* Background in technology evaluations and vendor assessments* Experience with third-party risk management in regulatory and compliance environments *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Virtual, MI, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** September 11, 2026**Pay Range:** $77 - $98 per hour