Sr. Director, Cyber Products

Visa; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 195,800 - 313,500; Full time

Job summary

Visa is seeking a Sr. Director of Cyber Products to lead the development and commercialization of a cyber products portfolio, aligning with Visa's business objectives. This hybrid role requires guiding strategic planning, stakeholder alignment, and market differentiation across global teams.

The position emphasizes building high-performing cyber product teams, managing risks, and driving revenue growth while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong partner relationships.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 10 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA /JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years of work experience with a PhD
• 15+ years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 12 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience
• 12+ years of cybersecurity work experience with relevant experience in product/services leadership and program management.
• 10+ years' experience in leading and managing geographically diverse teams.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity operations and the challenges faced by cybersecurity leaders.
• Demonstrated deep understanding of multiple domains of cybersecurity.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence.
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to create compelling messages to senior executives and external business partners.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and build credibility as a peer among internal and external stakeholders.
• Team oriented, collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible, with excellent presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide the commercialization of existing cyber capabilities and the development of new cyber products in partnership with Visa's CISO team, Technology and Risk teams.
• Refine and execute the strategic plan to establish Visa as a leading provider of payment-adjacent cyber solutions.
• Develop and articulate a clear portfolio-level vision for cyber products, and share that vision with stakeholders at all levels within and external to Visa.
• Instill program management discipline into the processes supporting Visa's introduction of cyber solutions to the market.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation and market differentiation.
• Build and manage a high-performing team to support the growth and success of the cyber products portfolio.
• Identify and capitalize on market opportunities to drive revenue growth and market share.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and industry influencers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Global/multinational experience

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

PhD

Job description

Role Overview

The Sr. Director, Cyber Products is a senior role responsible for coordinating the development and commercialization of a portfolio of existing capabilities and the development of a new portfolio of products in the cyber domain. This role will partner with stakeholders across Visa to execute the strategy, drive product development, and guide market positioning of Visa's cyber products, ensuring alignment with the company's overall business objectives.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager. Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide the commercialization of existing cyber capabilities and the development of new cyber products in partnership with Visa's CISO team, Technology and Risk teams.
• Refine and execute the strategic plan to establish Visa as a leading provider of payment-adjacent cyber solutions.
• Develop and articulate a clear portfolio-level vision for cyber products, and share that vision with stakeholders at all levels within and external to Visa.
• Instill program management discipline into the processes supporting Visa's introduction of cyber solutions to the market.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation and market differentiation.
• Build and manage a high-performing team to support the growth and success of the cyber products portfolio.
• Identify and capitalize on market opportunities to drive revenue growth and market share.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and industry influencers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 10 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA /JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications

• 15 or more years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 12 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience
• 12+ years of cybersecurity work experience with relevant experience in product/services leadership and program management.
• 10+ years' experience in leading and managing geographically diverse teams.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity operations and the challenges faced by cybersecurity leaders.
• Demonstrated deep understanding of multiple domains of cybersecurity.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence.
• Extraordinary analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business environment.
• Global or multi-national business experience strongly preferred.
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to create compelling messages to senior executives and external business partners.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and build credibility as a peer among internal and external stakeholders.
• Team oriented, collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible, with excellent presentation skills.

U.S. Applicants Only

The estimated salary range for this position is $195,800.00 to $313,500.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.

Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

Work Hours

Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements

This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.