Forward Networks

Product Manager

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Networking, Cloud Computing, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess three or more years of product management experience in the networking domain, a Computer Science, EE, or similar engineering degree, and a strong understanding of networking technologies, with cloud or security experience being a plus. They should also demonstrate intellectually rigorous and creative problem-solving abilities, great written and verbal communication skills, self-motivation, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced and demanding environment, along with familiarity with agile development processes and tools like Jira.

Responsibilities

The Product Manager will contribute to the definition of the software strategy, roadmap, and positioning for the Forward platform, drive the software lifecycle including market research, product requirements definition, and customer adoption, work with the engineering team on feature prioritization, ensuring product releases as per specifications and on time, collaborate closely with stakeholders from sales and engineering to deliver an enterprise-class product, and work closely with sales and customer success teams to drive product adoption.

Skills

Product Management
Networking
Cloud
Security
Roadmap Definition
Market Research
Feature Prioritization
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving

Forward Networks

Network modeling platform for enhanced security

About Forward Networks

Forward Networks offers a platform that enhances network security and visibility for businesses by using a digital twin, which is a virtual model of their physical network. This technology allows organizations to monitor network behavior, prevent outages, and reduce operational risks. The platform serves a variety of clients, including large corporations and federal agencies, by providing a comprehensive view of network data that improves the efficiency of Security Operations Centers. By charging clients for access to its platform, Forward Networks helps them save costs by reducing the time to resolve issues and lowering operational expenses.

Key Metrics

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$109.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, CybersecurityIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Grow with us - We’re an agile team and early-stage company with plenty of opportunities to grow, as a company and as individuals
Competitive pay - Every team member receives a compensation package with competitive pay and equity
We offer top-grade insurance, with medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
Time off - Vacations, holidays, family days. With no tracked time off, you can go as long as it’s okay with your manager

Risks

Emerging startups may offer competitive network validation solutions, challenging Forward Networks.
Rapid AI advancements could outpace Forward Networks' current capabilities.
Reliance on multi-cloud environments exposes Forward Networks to cloud provider risks.

Differentiation

Forward Networks offers a digital twin for comprehensive network visibility and validation.
The platform integrates AI for advanced network behavior prediction and troubleshooting.
Forward Networks supports multi-cloud environments, enhancing network security and compliance.

Upsides

Increased adoption of digital twin technology boosts demand for Forward Networks' platform.
AI integration in network validation positions Forward Networks as a market leader.
Rising multi-cloud environments create opportunities for Forward Networks' comprehensive solutions.

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