The role requires a strong leader with deep cybersecurity domain expertise, track record in security for telecommunication/critical networks, and experience leading global teams. You will shape the future of Nokia’s security portfolio, drive innovation (AI, cloud-native, SaaS), and position Nokia as a trusted partner in mission-critical and regulated environments.

What you will learn and contribute to:

Portfolio Ownership & Strategy

• Define and drive the long-term vision, strategy, and roadmap for the NetGuard Security portfolio

• Own and manage the aggregated business performance of the portfolio

• Identify market trends, competitive positioning, and emerging threats

Product Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle management across multiple product lines

• Drive cloud-native transformation and SaaS-first approaches

• Ensure roadmap alignment and execution across Product Management, R&D, Sales, and Services

Business Development & GTM

• Define and execute go-to-market strategies with Sales and Marketing

• Support key deals and strategic opportunities with Tier-1 operators and enterprise customers

• Act as spokesperson for the NetGuard Security business

• Drive strategic partnerships with ecosystem partners

People & Organizational Leadership

• Lead and develop a global team of Product Line Managers

• Build a high-performing product management organization

• Drive talent development, coaching, and succession planning

Thought Leadership & Innovation

• Represent Nokia’s security portfolio in industry forums and customer engagements

• Drive innovation in AI-driven security, automation, and post-quantum cryptography

Experience & Leadership

• 15+ years of experience in telecommunications or cybersecurity

• Proven track record in leading large cybersecurity or product management teams

Domain Expertise

• Deep expertise in cybersecurity domains (IAM, endpoint, certificate management, SOC/SIEM)

• Industry-recognized security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM) are an advantage

• Strong understanding of telecom networks

Business & Product Skills

• Ability to define product strategies and go-to-market approaches

• Experience managing business performance and growth

Technical Knowledge

• Solid understanding of cloud, SaaS, and AI-driven technologies

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management

• Strategic mindset with strong execution focus

Education

• University degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, or equivalent