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Sr Security Engineer – Pre-Sales

Sr Security Engineer – Pre-Sales

CompanyVectra
LocationChicago, IL, USA
Salary$180000 – $240000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of security-focused product lines (CASB, EDR, SIEM, or forensics) with the ability to translate features into customer value and standard methodologies.
  • Strong knowledge of networking principles (L3-L7 OSI layers) to effectively communicate security solutions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication for crafting compelling proposals and delivering impactful pre-sales presentations.
  • Passionate about the security landscape with a strong understanding of attacker progression (Red Team/Pentesting methodologies) and incident response (Blue Team) approaches.
  • Familiarity with cloud security and network architectures.

Responsibilities

  • Work hand-in-hand with your RSM to understand customer challenges and demonstrate how Vectra’s Cognito platform and security solutions address them.
  • Be the domain expert on Vectra products, confidently delivering demos, explaining features, and solving potential roadblocks.
  • Collaborate effectively across teams, ensuring all partners are informed and aligned for optimal customer solutions.
  • Stay at the forefront of the security landscape by maintaining in-depth knowledge of Vectra’s product line and industry trends.
  • Develop and foster strong technical relationships with customers and partners to identify new sales opportunities.
  • Work alongside other Vectra engineers on high-level projects to deliver groundbreaking security solutions.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of Vectra’s competitors and participate in deployment reviews, forecast calls, and design meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Startup DNA is a must: willing and able to do ‘whatever it takes’ with motivation to find solutions rather than admire the challenge.
  • Customer-first behaviour is a must.
  • 5+ years demonstrated ability in a Technical Account Management or Security Engineering role.
  • Large account management experience is required.