A newly funded cybersecurity startup in Berlin is looking for a
Founding Product Manager
to join as a founding team member and help design the core security, identity, and enforcement foundations of a next-generation AI-powered security risk management platform.
We are an early-stage startup founded by experienced cybersecurity leaders with backgrounds in Israeli Intelligence units. We are looking for a hands-on
Founding Product Manager
for a hybrid role based in central of Berlin. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and AI tech, thrive in fast-paced startup environments, and enjoy building complex platforms from the ground up, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.
We’re building a next-generation cyber risk platform that helps enterprises understand, measure, and reduce identity risk at scale. Our goal is to turn complex identity and security data into clear, actionable risk insights that CISOs and CTOs can trust. You will work from scratch on core platform components from day one, shaping how modern enterprises manage and reason about risk using cloud-native systems and AI-driven analysis and automated enforcement through AI Agents.
Define and build product
for new cyber security product from
scratch
Design end-to-end user journeys
across the entire platform, from onboarding to daily usage and advanced workflows
Define platform
information architecture, navigation, and core UX principles
Own wireframes,
user flows
, and interaction logic (from low-fidelity to production-ready concepts)
Prepare tickets and own
backlog
Translate user needs, risk scenarios, and business goals into
intuitive UI/UX decisions
Contribute the
product vision
and translate it into a clear, actionable roadmap
Ensure complex security and risk concepts are expressed in simple,
usable interfaces
Drive
product discovery
, validation, and prioritization from day zero
Work closely with
engineering, security, and data teams
to ship the right product fast
Define MVP scope,
iterate
based on real customer feedback, and avoid over-engineering
Balance
security, usability, and scalability in a complex cyber risk platform
Represent the product
internally and externally with customers, partners, and investors
Build whole platform
from scratch
10+ years
of hands-on experience designing complex
B2B SaaS
web platforms for technical products
Proven ability to scatch
end-to-end user journeys
using
Figma
(flows, wireframes, interactive prototypes)
Strong experience with
design systems
and component-based UX (Figma libraries, tokens, variants)
Ability to write clear
PRDs, user stories, and acceptance criteria
in
Notion, Confluence, or similar
Experience working closely with engineering teams using
Jira, Linear, or GitHub Projects
Solid understanding of
REST APIs of
SaaS integrations
and backend-driven UIs (can read OpenAPI / Swagger specs)
Experience defining
data-heavy dashboards
(tables, filters, charts, drill-downs)
Strong grasp of
UX for complex domains
(security, risk, finance, compliance, or enterprise admin tools)
Familiarity with
event tracking and product analytics
Experience in using TOP
product AI tools
Ability to run
user interviews and usability testing
and translate findings into product decisions
Strong understanding Ability to
build things from scratch
at early stage startup
High ownership mentality, startup mindset, and ability to move quickly.
Experience in
startup or scale-up environments
Low ego, high commitment, and a
true tech startup mentality
.
Strong
problem-solving skills
and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Excellent
English
communication skills
Nice-to-have requirements:
Experience with
cybersecurity, IAM, GRC, or risk management platforms
Understanding of
RBAC / ABAC
, permissions modeling, and role-based UX
Experience working with
AI-powered features
(recommendations, scoring, summaries, user flow generators)
Familiarity with
data visualization libraries
Exposure to
frontend frameworks
such as
React,
Next.js
, or Vue
(no coding required)
Experience collaborating with teams using
Go, Java, or Python
backends
Understanding of
enterprise buying personas
(CISO, CTO, Security, Risk teams)
Experience designing
multi-tenant SaaS platforms
Familiarity with
compliance frameworks
(NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, SOC 2)
Experience in
security or risk management products
Experience designing
permission models, identity graphs, or access control frameworks
.
Exposure to
graph-based modeling
(identity graph, access graph, risk graph)
Familiarity with
AI agents implementations
Previous experience in
cybersecurity
, identity startups.
You are a fan of
rock or metal
music.
Excellent
German
communication skills
Founding Team Member Equity
— ESOPs in a cybersecurity company
Competitive Compensation
— salary aligned with market, flexible early-stage arrangements possible
Founding Team Member Status
— shape the company from day one and own critical product decisions
Fresh Funding Secured
— immediate runway to build, hire, and execute fast
Security Contribution
— contribute to security product across identity, AI agents, and enforcement
High Autonomy
— freedom to design and build without corporate overhead
Work with a Technical CEO and CPTO
— fast iteration, strong alignment, clear direction
Cutting-Edge Domain
— identity security, SaaS-to-SaaS access, AI agent governance
Massive Learning Curve
— quickly gain depth in cybersecurity, identity, and AI systems
Fast Career Path
— opportunity evolve into leadership as we scale the product team
Berlin Location
— top-tier tech environment with strong cybersecurity and AI ecosystems
Direct Impact
— your product vision become the foundation of the entire platform
Best Equipment and Tools
High quality equipment and modern tools to help you do your best work from day one
Team Offsites -
Regular team offsites designed to build strong connections, alignment, and shared momentum