Technical Product Management Intern
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Illumio is the leader in ransomware and breach containment, redefining how organizations contain cyberattacks and enable operational resilience. Powered by the Illumio AI Security Graph, our breach containment platform identifies and contains threats across hybrid multi-cloud environments – stopping the spread of attacks before they become disasters.
Recognized as a Leader in the Forrester Wave™ for Microsegmentation, Illumio enables Zero Trust, strengthening cyber resilience for the infrastructure, systems, and organizations that keep the world running.
This is a 12 week internship program beginning on May 26th 2026 or June 22nd 2026
Location: Onsite (5 days a week) at Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA
Our Team's Vision:
Illumio’s Technical Product Management team thrives on visionary leadership, autonomy, and ownership. We work closely with Engineering to solve real-world cybersecurity challenges and deliver products that make the digital world safer. As a Technical Product Management Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience across the product lifecycle—from ideation and definition to development, launch, and iteration. You’ll help shape product strategy, prioritize features, and contribute to the tactical execution of initiatives that drive customer impact. This is a unique opportunity to blend technical understanding with product storytelling in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
What You'll Do:
Gain a deep understanding of Illumio’s product offerings, particularly focusing on key technical features like segmentation, visibility, and enforcement
Working in a cross functional team where you get to partner with Solution Engineers, Marketing teams, Product Managers to refine product demos and work towards being a subject matter expert
Develop use cases with stakeholders to create internal tools that streamline operations. Collaborate with the engineering team to comprehend the tools’ interaction with cloud operations
Explore advanced technical capabilities of Illumio’s solutions and gain exposure to application in real-world security scenarios
Engage with the CoPilot security graph and create impactful demos that showcase Illumio’s security graph capabilities
Ensure demo content is accessible, organized, and optimized for on-demand viewing
Translate complex technical concepts into engaging, easy-to-understand content for diverse audiences
Assist in enhancing demo content to highlight the most compelling aspects of Illumio’s solutions
Your Toolkit:
Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Network Security, Marketing, or related field, with an expected graduation date in Winter 2026/Spring 2027
Strong interest in network technologies, security, and operating systems
Good understanding of fundamental AI, ML and LLM’s concepts
Experience with Python and Jupyter Notebook
Familiarity with cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Basic knowledge of operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows, macOS) and how they interact with network security technologies
Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and translate them into clear, understandable content
Ability to quickly understand and articulate complex technical concepts related to network security and product features
Curiosity and eagerness to learn about Illumio’s technology and the cybersecurity challenges our products solve
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical information in a clear and concise manner
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects and priorities
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work
What You'll Gain:
Practical experience in technical product management within a leading cybersecurity company
Exposure to the full product lifecycle and cross-functional collaboration
Opportunities to create impactful content that bridges technical features with customer value
Mentorship from experienced product managers and technical leaders
A deeper understanding of how technical features translate into product strategy and customer impact
Experience working on real-world projects that support Illumio’s platform and go-to-market efforts
A collaborative environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and continuous learning
Our Commitment:
Illumio believes that an environment of unique backgrounds, experiences, viewpoints, and individual contributions drives our success and makes us stronger together. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a diverse culture and emphasizing inclusion and belonging.
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