Security Product Manager Jobs in California
Security Product Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and defense technology, with openings at every level from associate product manager through principal and director. The largest hiring centers are San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles, where companies like Palo Alto Networks, Cisco, and Google have deep and sustained security product teams. The most in-demand specialties are identity and access management, cloud-native security, and zero-trust architecture. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for everyone—freeing people from busywork so they could focus on meaningful work. Today, ServiceNow is the AI control tower for business reinvention. Our ServiceNow AI platform brings together any AI, any data, and any workflow— helping 85% of the Fortune 500® work smarter, faster, and better. We're building an AI-native culture where technology and talent are unstoppable together. And we're just getting started.
Join us to put AI to work for people.
Job Description
**PLEASE NOTE** This role has a minimum of 2 days per week in a ServiceNow Office.
If you are unable to come into the office 2 days per week, please do not apply. Thank you.
The ServiceNow Security Organization (SSO)
The ServiceNow Security Organization (SSO) delivers world-class, innovative security solutions to reduce risk and protect the company and our customers. We enable our customers to migrate their most sensitive data and workloads to the cloud, accelerating our business so that we are the most trusted SaaS provider. We create an environment where our employees are proud to work and can make a positive impact
The Opportunity
ServiceNow's Product Security organization is undergoing a fundamental transformation—from reactive to proactive, from reporting issues to delivering solutions. This role is critical to that transformation to bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI security challenges and practical, implementable solutions that our engineering teams will actually adopt.
This is not a traditional Product Security role. You'll need technical depth to earn credibility with skeptical engineers and product excellence to drive adoption without friction.
The Challenge
Our world-class engineering organization needs a security partner they can trust—someone who understands their constraints, speaks their language, and brings solutions, not just problems. Your technical depth must earn their trust, while your product acumen drives adoption of security solutions that enhance, rather than hinder, developer productivity.
Our Guiding Principles
- Protect the Brand: Reduce the impact of major security incidents.
- Enable the Business: Maintain and automate regulatory compliance (FedRAMP, GDPR, etc.).
- Secure by Default: Ship secure products with minimal friction for customers.
- Partner Seamlessly: Integrate security ("shift left") without slowing down engineering.
What You'll Do
- Own the AI Security Product Strategy (40%)
- Define and drive the product roadmap for securing agentic AI across internal systems and customer offerings
- Balance emerging AI threats (prompt injection, model extraction, data poisoning) with implementation realities
- Transform Red Team findings and security research into a prioritized, data-driven backlog
- Shift the narrative from "security as tax" to "security as competitive advantage"
Be the Technical Authority (35%)
- Lead architectural reviews with deep expertise in:
- Agentic AI frameworks (LangChain, LangGraph) and their attack surfaces
- Authentication patterns for distributed AI systems (OAuth 2.0, OIDC, MCP, A2A protocols
- LLM vulnerabilities and practical mitigations
- Provide hands-on guidance that minimizes friction while maximizing protection
- Earn engineering trust through demonstrated technical depth, not position or process
Drive Cross-Functional Execution (25%)
- Partner with Platform and Product Engineering PMs to embed AI security into development lifecycles
- Define success metrics that balance security effectiveness with developer experience
- Coordinate with Documentation, Training, and Professional Services for smooth rollouts
- Engage key enterprise customers on their AI security requirements
To succeed in this role, you have:
- Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI’s potential impact on the function or industry.
- 15+ years in product management, product ownership, or technical product analysis within commercial software product companies. Or similar experience with education.
- 3-5+ years focus on Security, AI Security, or GenAI
- Hands-on experience with agentic AI frameworks and their security implications
- Deep understanding of authentication/authorization protocols and emerging AI-specific patterns
- Track record of shipping security products in collaborative, cross-functional environments
- Technical credibility - ability to read code, review architectures, and challenge technical decisions
Qualifications
What Sets Great Candidates Apart
- Experience at an AI Security startup or leading AI security at an enterprise company
- Published research, blog posts, or conference talks on AI security
- Security certifications that demonstrate depth (CISSP, OSCP, SANS GIAC)
- Success turning skeptical engineering partners into security champions
- Program management experience driving complex, multi-team initiatives
The Intangibles We Value
- Exceptional communication - can influence both senior engineers and executives
- Data-driven decision making with strong product instincts
- Comfortable with ambiguity in a rapidly evolving domain
- Builder mentality - more interested in shipping solutions than writing reports
Our Four Guiding Principles
Your work will directly support our transformation goals:
- Protect the Company: Reduce impact of major security incidents and protect ServiceNow's brand reputation.
- Unlock Regulated Markets: Maintain and automate compliance with evolving government requirements (FedRAMP, GDPR, EU AI Act)
- Delight Customers: Ship secure-by-default products that protect customer data without adding complexity to their experience—security that just works.
- Empower Engineering: Partner seamlessly with development teams, shifting security left while enhancing (not hindering) developer productivity through low-friction tools and processes.
Why This Role Matters
You'll shape how thousands of enterprises secure their AI implementations while working with industry-leading security researchers and engineers. This high-visibility role reports to the Sr. Director of Product Security Engineering and offers the opportunity to define the future of enterprise AI security.
If you're equally comfortable debating threat models with security researchers and roadmap priorities with VPs of Engineering—and you thrive in turning technical complexity into elegant product solutions—we want to hear from you.
#SecurityJobs
For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $221,200 - $387,100, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.
Additional Information
Work Personas
We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.
Accommodations
We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact globaltalentss@servicenow.com for assistance.
Export Control Regulations
For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.
From Fortune. ©2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for everyone—freeing people from busywork so they could focus on meaningful work. Today, ServiceNow is the AI control tower for business reinvention. Our ServiceNow AI platform brings together any AI, any data, and any workflow— helping 85% of the Fortune 500® work smarter, faster, and better. We're building an AI-native culture where technology and talent are unstoppable together. And we're just getting started.
Join us to put AI to work for people.
Job Description
**PLEASE NOTE** This role has a minimum of 2 days per week in a ServiceNow Office.
If you are unable to come into the office 2 days per week, please do not apply. Thank you.
The ServiceNow Security Organization (SSO)
The ServiceNow Security Organization (SSO) delivers world-class, innovative security solutions to reduce risk and protect the company and our customers. We enable our customers to migrate their most sensitive data and workloads to the cloud, accelerating our business so that we are the most trusted SaaS provider. We create an environment where our employees are proud to work and can make a positive impact
The Opportunity
ServiceNow's Product Security organization is undergoing a fundamental transformation—from reactive to proactive, from reporting issues to delivering solutions. This role is critical to that transformation to bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI security challenges and practical, implementable solutions that our engineering teams will actually adopt.
This is not a traditional Product Security role. You'll need technical depth to earn credibility with skeptical engineers and product excellence to drive adoption without friction.
The Challenge
Our world-class engineering organization needs a security partner they can trust—someone who understands their constraints, speaks their language, and brings solutions, not just problems. Your technical depth must earn their trust, while your product acumen drives adoption of security solutions that enhance, rather than hinder, developer productivity.
Our Guiding Principles
- Protect the Brand: Reduce the impact of major security incidents.
- Enable the Business: Maintain and automate regulatory compliance (FedRAMP, GDPR, etc.).
- Secure by Default: Ship secure products with minimal friction for customers.
- Partner Seamlessly: Integrate security ("shift left") without slowing down engineering.
What You'll Do
- Own the AI Security Product Strategy (40%)
- Define and drive the product roadmap for securing agentic AI across internal systems and customer offerings
- Balance emerging AI threats (prompt injection, model extraction, data poisoning) with implementation realities
- Transform Red Team findings and security research into a prioritized, data-driven backlog
- Shift the narrative from "security as tax" to "security as competitive advantage"
Be the Technical Authority (35%)
- Lead architectural reviews with deep expertise in:
- Agentic AI frameworks (LangChain, LangGraph) and their attack surfaces
- Authentication patterns for distributed AI systems (OAuth 2.0, OIDC, MCP, A2A protocols
- LLM vulnerabilities and practical mitigations
- Provide hands-on guidance that minimizes friction while maximizing protection
- Earn engineering trust through demonstrated technical depth, not position or process
Drive Cross-Functional Execution (25%)
- Partner with Platform and Product Engineering PMs to embed AI security into development lifecycles
- Define success metrics that balance security effectiveness with developer experience
- Coordinate with Documentation, Training, and Professional Services for smooth rollouts
- Engage key enterprise customers on their AI security requirements
To succeed in this role, you have:
- Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI’s potential impact on the function or industry.
- 15+ years in product management, product ownership, or technical product analysis within commercial software product companies. Or similar experience with education.
- 3-5+ years focus on Security, AI Security, or GenAI
- Hands-on experience with agentic AI frameworks and their security implications
- Deep understanding of authentication/authorization protocols and emerging AI-specific patterns
- Track record of shipping security products in collaborative, cross-functional environments
- Technical credibility - ability to read code, review architectures, and challenge technical decisions
Qualifications
What Sets Great Candidates Apart
- Experience at an AI Security startup or leading AI security at an enterprise company
- Published research, blog posts, or conference talks on AI security
- Security certifications that demonstrate depth (CISSP, OSCP, SANS GIAC)
- Success turning skeptical engineering partners into security champions
- Program management experience driving complex, multi-team initiatives
The Intangibles We Value
- Exceptional communication - can influence both senior engineers and executives
- Data-driven decision making with strong product instincts
- Comfortable with ambiguity in a rapidly evolving domain
- Builder mentality - more interested in shipping solutions than writing reports
Our Four Guiding Principles
Your work will directly support our transformation goals:
- Protect the Company: Reduce impact of major security incidents and protect ServiceNow's brand reputation.
- Unlock Regulated Markets: Maintain and automate compliance with evolving government requirements (FedRAMP, GDPR, EU AI Act)
- Delight Customers: Ship secure-by-default products that protect customer data without adding complexity to their experience—security that just works.
- Empower Engineering: Partner seamlessly with development teams, shifting security left while enhancing (not hindering) developer productivity through low-friction tools and processes.
Why This Role Matters
You'll shape how thousands of enterprises secure their AI implementations while working with industry-leading security researchers and engineers. This high-visibility role reports to the Sr. Director of Product Security Engineering and offers the opportunity to define the future of enterprise AI security.
If you're equally comfortable debating threat models with security researchers and roadmap priorities with VPs of Engineering—and you thrive in turning technical complexity into elegant product solutions—we want to hear from you.
#SecurityJobs
For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $221,200 - $387,100, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.
Additional Information
Work Personas
We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.
Accommodations
We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact globaltalentss@servicenow.com for assistance.
Export Control Regulations
For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.
From Fortune. ©2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security product manager jobs across California.
- Three or more years of product management experience with a focus on security software or platforms
- Demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or SOC 2
- Experience defining and shipping security product roadmaps in an agile development environment
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with engineering, design, and go-to-market teams
- Familiarity with California Consumer Privacy Act requirements and their product implications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, engineering, or a related technical field
Security Product Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security product manager in California?
The most direct path in California is a technical undergraduate degree followed by a software engineering, security engineering, or threat analysis role at a Bay Area or Los Angeles technology company, then a transition into product management. California employers rarely require a state-issued license for this role, but certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Certified Product Manager credentials are consistently favored. An MBA from a California school with a technology focus can accelerate the move into senior-level positions.
Which companies hire security product managers in California?
Employers hiring security product managers in California right now include Palo Alto Networks, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, and SanDisk, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's high concentration of enterprise cybersecurity vendors, cloud platform providers, and defense contractors means hiring is sustained year-round rather than limited to seasonal peaks.
Which California cities have the most security product manager jobs?
San Francisco, Santa Clara, and San Jose consistently post the most security product manager openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose anchor the market because of the Bay Area's dense cluster of enterprise security vendors and cloud infrastructure companies, while Los Angeles drives demand through its growing aerospace, defense technology, and fintech sectors.
Are there remote security product manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 72% of security product manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on roadmap planning, stakeholder alignment, and documentation rather than on-site lab or hardware work. Strategy, competitive analysis, and customer discovery are the functions most commonly performed fully remote.
How can I get hired as a security product manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate product manager program at a large California technology company. Palo Alto Networks, Cisco, and Salesforce run structured rotational programs designed for candidates without prior product management titles. Adjacent roles such as security analyst, solutions engineer, or technical program manager at California employers provide the domain credibility that hiring managers look for. Building a portfolio around a documented security problem, user research, and a proposed solution strengthens applications from candidates who lack a formal PM title.
Where can I find and apply to security product manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to security product manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across cybersecurity, cloud, defense, and enterprise software employers. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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