ABOUT THE ROLE
Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious and visionary Senior Product Manager to join our mission-driven team. We are a dynamic, fast-growing entrepreneurial company at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower our nation’s defenders. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a company that is redefining the way software is delivered and secured in the defense sector.
At 2F, we thrive on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security. You will be at the forefront of driving the product strategy behind the deployment and scaling of our revolutionary Game Warden platform—an industry-leading tool that is accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government. If you’re ready to contribute to a team that values ingenuity, collaboration, and impact, we want to hear from you
We’re seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Product Manager to lead and scale our Frontier product line. As the product owner for Frontier, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing the product strategy, ensuring it meets the needs of our federal and commercial customers in the defense and national security sectors. This is a high-impact role that requires a mix of strategic thinking, technical expertise, and customer-centric innovation. This role reports to the CTO.
Note: This position requires U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for Frontier, aligning with company goals and customer needs.
- Collaborate with federal and commercial customers to deeply understand their workflows, pain points, and mission objectives.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies to inform product strategy.
- Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to drive product development and go-to-market success.
- Translate customer feedback and market insights into clear, actionable product requirements and user stories.
- Define, track, and report on key product metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
- Ensure Frontier complies with federal security and compliance standards, such as FedRAMP, IL5/6, and ATO requirements.
- Drive the discovery and delivery of new features and capabilities that enhance the value of Frontier for mission-critical use cases.
Skills You’ll Bring to Our Team
- 10+ years of product management experience, preferably in SaaS, defense tech, or cloud-based platforms.
- Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, edge deployment models, DevSecOps, and security frameworks in the defense ecosystem (e.g., FedRAMP, IL5/6).
- Demonstrated ability to work with federal customers and translate their mission requirements into impactful product solutions.
- Proficiency in using data and metrics to drive decision-making and prioritize product initiatives.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading the full lifecycle of scaling a new product line at a startup, from initial concept through development, go-to-market, and continuous iteration.
- Track record of driving product adoption and scaling revenue in a rapidly evolving environment.
- Familiarity with startup dynamics, including resource constraints and cross-functional collaboration.
- Have a strong interest in matters of national security
Perks & Benefits
This role is full time. As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace.
We offer you:
Competitive Salary
100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage
401(k) + 3% company contribution
Wellness perks (Fitness classes, mental health resources)
Equity incentive plan
Tech + office supplies stipend
Annual professional development stipend
Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off
Parental leave
Work from anywhere
Referral Bonus
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What We Do
At Second Front Systems, we build software that accelerates delivery of emerging commercial technologies to U.S. warfighters. By harnessing insights and methodologies from the private sector and aligning them with government priorities and processes, we enable defense and national security professionals to effectively engage in long-term, continuous competition for access to emerging technologies.
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