Sr. Sales Engineer - Federal

What You'll Do

• Collaborate closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and provide technical guidance and tailored demonstrations.
• Be a trusted advisor, effectively communicating Corelight’s value propositions to both technical and business stakeholders.
• Customize and deliver compelling product demos and Proof of Value (POV) engagements that showcase the strength of our solutions.
• Engage with customers to understand their challenges, architect solutions across diverse environments, and drive business outcomes.
• Proficient in designing and implementing deployment strategies across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Partner with our engineering, product, and customer success teams to ensure smooth delivery and feedback loops.
• Expect to travel approximately 50% of the time to meet customers and support in-person engagements.

Who You Are

• A problem-solver with a deep understanding of network security and a knack for communicating complex technical concepts in a clear and impactful way.
• Passionate about learning and continuously evolving with the latest in security technology.
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, low-ego environment where results matter more than titles.
• You understand the importance of teamwork and actively contribute to a supportive and innovative culture.
• For global postings: You are proficient in both local and English language

Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, NDR, Zeek/Suricata, etc.
• Experience: While 5 years is typical, we prioritize technical depth and situational fluency over years on a resume. You should have a proven track record of managing technical evaluations (POCs), translating complex networking/security concepts for various audiences, and a deep understanding of the Cybersecurity landscape.
• Soft Skills: Proven ability to lead technical discovery and run complex Proof of Concepts (PoCs).
• Education/Certifications: CISSP, SANS, or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields, or equivalent experience

Notice of Pay Transparency

The compensation for this position may vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. Depending on the nature and seniority of the role, a percentage of compensation may come in the form of a commission-based or discretionary bonus. Equity and additional benefits will also be awarded.

Compensation Range

$190,000 - $270,000 USD

Why Join Us?

Fueled by investments from top-tier venture capital organizations such as Crowdstrike, Accel and Insight, Corelight is one of the fastest growing network detection and response platforms in the industry. Our passionate team thrives in a collaborative, inclusive, and geographically distributed culture. We embrace diverse perspectives, neurodiversity, curiosity and low ego results - fostering an environment where every innovator can solve the toughest challenges in cybersecurity and contribute their best work.

Why Apply?

We are looking forward to meeting you. Check us out at www.corelight.com.
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