Technical Product Management Intern at Illumio

Wayne State University; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced product managers

Practical experience in a leading cybersecurity company

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Virginia seeks a Technical Product Management Intern to support the cybersecurity product lifecycle. This role offers hands-on experience in product strategy, feature prioritization, and technical storytelling in a collaborative setting. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields and have a strong interest in network technologies and security. The internship also includes mentorship and practical project experience in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor's degree program in a related field.
• Strong interest in network technologies, security, and operating systems.
• Good understanding of fundamental concepts in AI, ML, and LLMs.

Responsibilities

• Gain understanding of product offerings and technical features.
• Develop use cases with stakeholders to create internal tools.
• Translate complex technical concepts into engaging content.

Skills

Interest in network technologies

Strong written and verbal communication

Ability to translate technical concepts

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program

Tools

Python

Jupyter Notebook

Job description

Our Team's Vision:

Illumio’s Technical Product Management team thrives on visionary leadership, autonomy, and ownership. We work closely with Engineering to solve real-world cybersecurity challenges and deliver products that make the digital world safer. As a Technical Product Management Intern, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across the product lifecycle—from ideation and definition to development, launch, and iteration. You’ll help shape product strategy, prioritize features, and contribute to the tactical execution of initiatives that drive customer impact. This is a unique opportunity to blend technical understanding with product storytelling in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Gain a deep understanding of Illumio’s product offerings, particularly focusing on key technical features like segmentation, visibility, and enforcement
• Working in a cross‑functional team where you get to partner with Solution Engineers, Marketing teams, Product Managers to refine product demos and work towards being a subject‑matter expert
• Develop use cases with stakeholders to create internal tools that streamline operations. Collaborate with the engineering team to comprehend the tools’ interaction with cloud operations
• Explore advanced technical capabilities of Illumio’s solutions and gain exposure to application in real‑world security scenarios
• Engage with the CoPilot security graph and create impactful demos that showcase Illumio’s security graph capabilities
• Ensure demo content is accessible, organized, and optimized for on‑demand viewing
• Translate complex technical concepts into engaging, easy‑to‑understand content for diverse audiences
• Assist in enhancing demo content to highlight the most compelling aspects of Illumio’s solutions

Your Toolkit:

• Currently enrolled in a full‑time Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Network Security, Marketing, or related field, with an expected graduation date in Winter 2026/Spring 2027
• Strong interest in network technologies, security, and operating systems
• Good understanding of fundamental AI, ML and LLM’s concepts
• Experience with Python and Jupyter Notebook
• Familiarity with cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Basic knowledge of operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows, macOS) and how they interact with network security technologies
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and translate them into clear, understandable content
• Ability to quickly understand and articulate complex technical concepts related to network security and product features
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn about Illumio’s technology and the cybersecurity challenges our products solve
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects and priorities
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and deliver high‑quality work

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical experience in technical product management within a leading cybersecurity company
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle and cross‑functional collaboration
• Opportunities to create impactful content that bridges technical features with customer value
• Mentorship from experienced product managers and technical leaders
• A deeper understanding of how technical features translate into product strategy and customer impact
• Experience working on real‑world projects that support Illumio’s platform and go‑to‑market efforts
• A collaborative environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and continuous learning