Principal Product Manager, SaaS (Remote) - job 1 of 2

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Cengage Group. We are currently looking for a Principal Product Manager, SaaS in United States.

In this role, you will lead the strategy and execution of a cloud-based cybersecurity training platform designed to support both enterprise teams and individual learners. You will define and drive the SaaS roadmap, optimize subscription models, and shape scalable, hands-on learning experiences. The position requires a balance of technical expertise, market insight, and product leadership to deliver secure, high-performing solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, content, sales, and customer success, to ensure measurable outcomes such as certification achievement, learner progression, and platform growth. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of cybersecurity training while driving meaningful impact at scale.

Accountabilities

• Lead the vision, roadmap, and strategy for a cybersecurity-focused SaaS platform, ensuring alignment with learner needs and industry demands.
• Partner with subject matter experts and instructional designers to identify gaps, define certification pathways, and introduce new training modules.
• Apply learner-centric methodologies, data analytics, and A/B testing to improve progression, skill retention, and certification outcomes.
• Prioritize product features, balancing enterprise and individual needs, while ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards (SOC 2, GDPR, FERPA).
• Oversee secure, scalable SaaS development in collaboration with engineering teams, ensuring high availability of lab environments.
• Support go-to-market efforts by enabling sales, marketing, and customer success teams with strategies for adoption, subscription growth, and product-led growth models.
• Monitor learning analytics, subscription metrics, and platform performance to inform ongoing product improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, education technology, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in product management, with at least 6 years in SaaS (cybersecurity, EdTech, or enterprise training preferred).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and familiarity with certification programs (CompTIA, CISSP, CEH, SANS, etc.).
• Expertise in subscription metrics (MRR, churn analysis, conversion funnels) across B2B and B2C models.
• Knowledge of secure cloud architecture, compliance standards, and lab provisioning.
• Experience managing diverse user personas, from beginners to advanced practitioners and enterprise managers.
• Strong analytical skills with proven ability to optimize learning paths and improve certification success rates.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts for varied stakeholders.
• Passion for cybersecurity education and advancing workforce skills.
• Preferred: cybersecurity certifications (Security+, CISSP, CISM), hands-on lab or simulation experience, and familiarity with enterprise SaaS sales cycles.

• Competitive base salary: $180,000 – $200,000 USD, with potential incentive compensation.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work arrangements with remote options across the United States.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and certification support.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture with a focus on belonging and innovation.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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