Product Manager - IT & Security

About Teads

Teads is the omnichannel outcomes platform for the open internet, driving full-funnel results for marketers across premium media. With a focus on meaningful business outcomes for branding and performance objectives, the combined company ensures value is driven with every media dollar by leveraging predictive AI technology to connect quality media, beautiful brand creative, and context-driven addressability and measurement. One of the most scaled advertising platforms on the open internet, Teads is directly partnered with more than 10,000 publishers and 20,000 advertisers globally. The company is headquartered in New York, with a global team of nearly 1,800 people in 36 countries.

For more information, visit www.teads.com.

About the opportunity 

Teads is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Product Manager to lead our IT and Security product initiatives. In this critical role, you will be responsible for defining, executing, and delivering a product roadmap that ensures the robustness, security, and efficiency of our internal IT infrastructure and information security programs. You will work closely with engineering, operations, legal, and various business units to safeguard our data, systems, and reputation, while enabling our global teams to operate effectively and securely.

 

What will you do?

• Product Strategy & Roadmap:
• Develop and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for IT and Security products, aligning with Teads' overall business objectives and risk posture.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather customer feedback (internal stakeholders) to identify opportunities and define product requirements.
• Prioritize initiatives based on impact, risk, cost, and feasibility, clearly communicating trade-offs and rationale.
• Requirements & Design:
• Translate high-level product strategy into detailed product requirements, user stories, and use cases for the engineering and security teams.
• Collaborate with engineers, security architects, and other stakeholders to design scalable, secure, and user-friendly solutions.
• Define success metrics and KPIs for all product initiatives and track performance post-launch.
• Execution & Delivery:
• Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and post-launch optimization.
• Work closely with engineering and security teams in an Agile development environment to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
• Communicate product updates, timelines, and risks to stakeholders across the organization.
• Facilitate decision-making and resolve roadblocks to keep projects on track.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication:
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including IT operations, security operations, legal, privacy, engineering, and business unit leaders.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all IT and Security product-related inquiries and communications.
• Evangelize the importance of IT and Security initiatives and ensure widespread adoption of solutions.
• Security & Compliance Focus:
• Stay abreast of the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
• Ensure all IT and Security products adhere to relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and internal security policies.
• Work with compliance teams to prepare for and support audits.

 

What will you bring to the team?

• 2+ years of experience in Product Management, advantage to candidates with a strong focus on IT infrastructure, information security, or cybersecurity products.
• Proven track record of defining and launching successful products in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Proactive, self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related field.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in the AdTech industry.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure concepts (networking, cloud platforms, identity management, SaaS management, endpoint management, etc.).
• Solid knowledge of information security principles, frameworks, and technologies (e.g., access control, data encryption, incident response, vulnerability management, SIEM, EDR, network security).
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, or equivalent are a plus.

 

We care about you 

• Hybrid working model (3 days per week in the office)
• Parking reimbursement
• Expand your toolbox with our mentorship program and internal learning tools
• Pet friendly office
• Happy hours 
• …and of course a fully stocked kitchen!

 

Please submit your CV in English.

Life at Teads

At Teads, we don’t just offer new roles - we blend creativity, technology, and data to shape the future of media. You’ll work with smart humans, meaningful brands, and cool tools, all while helping redefine how advertising works in a world that demands more transparency, better insights, and smarter strategies.

As a Teadster, you’ll play a critical role in shaping our future success in the region. Here’s why Teads stands out:

• We've merged two open internet category leaders—Outbrain and Teads—to create the ‘new’ Teads, a unified omnichannel platform that drives results from branding to performance across all screens, including CTV, mobile, and web.
• As part of our team, you’ll thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment that fosters innovation, creative problem-solving, and continuous learning.
• Teads is committed to your success, offering the support, tools, and development opportunities you need to excel in your role.

Our company culture is welcoming, dynamic, diverse, global, and built on top performance.

Teads is an equal employment opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion at all stages of recruitment and employment.

Our team is made up of individuals who are approachable, resourceful, passionate, and proactive. We foster a sense of belonging through our Employee Resource Groups – employee-led groups in which we debate topics and drive change: environmental, women empowerment, charitable initiatives to diversity, equity, and inclusion, you’ll be able to share your passions with likeminded people.