Senior Manager – Product Cybersecurity Leader for United Airlines Digital Protection Program (Remote – Immediate Start, Competitive Compensation)

About United Airlines & Workwarp – Pioneering the Future of Air Travel

United Airlines has long been a global icon of connectivity, delivering passengers to far‑flung destinations with safety, reliability, and comfort. As the airline industry accelerates into a new era of digital transformation, United is investing heavily in cutting‑edge technology to keep its operations secure, efficient, and customer‑focused. Partnering with Workwarp, a premier talent acquisition firm renowned for connecting top‑tier professionals with breakthrough roles, United is expanding its Cybersecurity, Data & Risk (CDR) team to safeguard the airline’s digital assets worldwide.

Join a world‑class organization that blends the excitement of aviation with the rigor of cybersecurity. By becoming part of United’s CDR team, you’ll help embed security into the DNA of every product, service, and platform—ensuring that passengers, employees, and partners can travel with confidence in a securely connected ecosystem.

Position Overview – Senior Manager, Product Cybersecurity (Remote)

We are seeking a visionary Senior Manager to lead United’s Product Cybersecurity function. This role will command a team of highly skilled security engineers and architects, driving end‑to‑end security design, risk mitigation, and compliance across United’s product portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in risk management, security governance, and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into strategic business decisions.

Start Date: Immediate (openings available now)
Location: Fully remote (US‑based candidates only)
Company: Workwarp (on behalf of United Airlines)
Compensation: Competitive salary with performance incentives

Key Responsibilities

As Senior Manager, Product Cybersecurity, you will:

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute a comprehensive security vision for United’s product suite, aligning technical roadmaps with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary team of security engineers, analysts, and consultants; oversee hiring, performance reviews, career development, and succession planning.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct enterprise‑wide threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses; prioritize remediation efforts based on impact, likelihood, and business value.
• Policy & Governance: Develop, maintain, and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices; ensure compliance with FAA, GDPR, PCI‑DSS, and other relevant regulations.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with product managers, software engineers, DevOps teams, legal, and privacy officers to embed security early in the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and continuous delivery pipelines.
• Security Architecture: Design and review secure architectures for cloud, micro‑service, and on‑premise solutions; champion zero‑trust models, encryption strategies, and identity & access management (IAM) frameworks.
• Incident Response & Governance: Lead response to security incidents, coordinate investigations, and drive root‑cause analysis; maintain readiness through tabletop exercises and continuous improvement.
• Metrics & Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to communicate security posture to executive leadership and board members.
• Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of emerging threats, industry trends, and regulatory changes; foster a culture of knowledge sharing and professional development within the team.

Essential Qualifications (Must‑Haves)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• Experience: Minimum of 9 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 4 years in a leadership or management role overseeing security teams.
• Technical Expertise: Proven ability to design and implement security solutions across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, application security, and infrastructure hardening.
• Risk Management: Demonstrated experience with risk assessment frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, FAIR) and ability to communicate risk to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and oral communication abilities; adept at translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable business language.
• Leadership Acumen: Track record of building high‑performing teams, driving accountability, and fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment.
• Legal Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice‑to‑Have)

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or Business Administration.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, GSEC, CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CASP+, or OSCP.
• 12+ years of total experience in information security, including exposure to aviation or transportation sectors.
• Hands‑on experience with secure DevOps (DevSecOps) tooling, CI/CD pipelines, container security (Docker, Kubernetes), and Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Expertise in Voice over IP (VoIP) and unified communications security.
• Proven success migrating legacy security programs to cloud‑native architectures, including micro‑service security design.
• Experience conducting security audits, compliance assessments, and third‑party risk reviews.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lead internal security training programs.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Strong quantitative and logical skills to interpret data, assess trends, and make evidence‑based recommendations.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address ambiguous challenges, design innovative security solutions, and prioritize work under tight deadlines.
• Strategic Influence: Skilled at influencing senior leadership and driving organization‑wide security initiatives.
• Collaboration: Comfortable working across dispersed, cross‑functional teams in a remote environment.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast‑moving, agile setting where priorities evolve rapidly.
• Ethical Judgment: Deep commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and the highest standards of professional conduct.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

United Airlines is committed to your professional development. As a senior leader within the CDR organization, you will have access to:

• Executive mentorship programs and leadership workshops.
• Funding for industry certifications, advanced degree tuition reimbursement, and attendance at premier security conferences (RSA, Black Hat, SANS).
• Opportunities to shape global security policy, influence product strategy, and contribute to thought leadership publications.
• Pathways to senior executive roles such as Director of Cybersecurity, Vice President of Information Security, or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) within United’s broader enterprise.

Compensation, Perks & Benefits (General Overview)

While exact figures will be shared during the interview process, United and Workwarp offer a highly competitive total rewards package, including:

• Base Salary: Market‑aligned compensation reflective of experience and expertise.
• Performance Bonuses: Incentive plans tied to individual, team, and company performance.
• Equity & Stock Options: Opportunity to participate in United’s equity programs.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness stipends; mental‑health resources.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holidays, and parental leave policies.
• Remote Work Support: Home office stipend, ergonomic equipment, high‑speed internet reimbursement.
• Professional Development: Access to training platforms, certification reimbursement, and conference attendance.
• Travel Benefits: Employee flight discounts and occasional travel opportunities for business purposes.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential counseling, legal and financial advisory services.

Work Environment & Company Culture

United Airlines embraces a culture of inclusion, innovation, and empowerment. Even as a fully remote team, you will experience:

• Collaboration: Regular virtual stand‑ups, cross‑team workshops, and digital “coffee chats” to foster connection.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Active employee resource groups (ERGs), bias training, and an open‑door policy for ideas from every background.
• Agile Mindset: Emphasis on rapid iteration, feedback loops, and continuous improvement.
• Safety‑First Philosophy: A shared commitment to protecting both the physical and digital safety of our passengers and employees.
• Recognition & Celebration: Programs that celebrate milestones, innovative contributions, and teamwork achievements.

How to Apply

If you are ready to lead United Airlines’ product security into the next generation of aviation technology, we invite you to submit your application today. Please include a tailored resume highlighting your leadership achievements, a cover letter that speaks to your vision for cybersecurity in the airline industry, and any relevant certifications.

Apply Now – Secure Your Future with United Airlines

Closing Statement – Your Next Adventure Awaits

United Airlines is not just an airline; it is a global community of travelers, dreamers, and innovators. As Senior Manager, Product Cybersecurity, you will be at the forefront of protecting the digital highways that power this community. Bring your expertise, leadership, and passion for security, and help us ensure that every flight, every transaction, and every interaction is safe, reliable, and future‑ready. Join us, and let’s soar together.