Principal Product Manager- SD-WAN & SASE

Overview

Lead product strategy, roadmap and execution for SonicWall's SD-WAN and SASE secure connectivity platform, integrating networking and security across users, sites, applications and clouds.

What you'll do

• Define and execute the product strategy and roadmap for SonicWall SD-WAN and SASE solutions.
• Drive the transition from traditional network security architectures to cloud-delivered secure networking models.
• Align product direction with emerging frameworks such as Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust Architecture.
• Identify growth opportunities across SMB, distributed enterprise, and managed service provider segments.
• Own the end-to-end product lifecycle from concept through launch and ongoing lifecycle management.
• Translate customer requirements into detailed product requirements and technical specifications.
• Work closely with engineering teams to prioritize features, manage tradeoffs, and deliver high-quality releases.
• Ensure tight integration between SD-WAN, firewall, cloud security, and management platforms.
• Conduct competitive analysis across the secure networking landscape.
• Engage directly with customers, partners, and field teams to understand evolving connectivity and security challenges.
• Define clear product differentiation in performance, ease of deployment, and security integration.
• Partner with product marketing to develop positioning, messaging, and sales enablement.
• Support field teams with training, customer briefings, and strategic deals.
• Work with channel partners and MSPs to drive adoption of SonicWall's secure networking platform.

What you'll need

• 10+ years of product management experience in networking, cybersecurity, or cloud infrastructure.
• Strong expertise in SD-WAN, secure connectivity, or enterprise networking technologies.
• Experience delivering products aligned with SASE or cloud-delivered security architectures.
• Deep understanding of networking concepts including routing, VPNs, WAN optimization, and traffic steering.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex platforms from concept to market.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to influence executive stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience with firewall platforms, network security appliances, or cloud security services.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust networking and secure remote access architectures.
• Experience working with managed service providers (MSPs) or channel ecosystems.
• MBA or advanced degree in engineering, computer science, or business.

Details

• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
• Work mode: Hybrid.