Senior Specialist Sales Engineer, Data Security - Enterprise, Central

• Create and deliver technical product presentations to prospective customers.

• Gather customer technical requirements to ensure proposed solutions align to goals and needs.

• Lead product evaluations and custom product configurations.

• Design evaluation test plans with customers and guide the process to successful outcomes.

• You act like an owner — biased for action, accountable, and able to flex from strategy to hands-on execution.

• You are a high-trust collaborator — candid, respectful, and ambitious for the team, not just yourself.

• You are driven by innovation — curious, energized by complex technical challenges, and always seeking better, more secure, scalable ways.

• You are resilient and adaptable — steady under pressure and effective through change.

• You lead with integrity — doing the right thing, holding high standards, and building trust through transparency.

• Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving

• BSCS or equivalent with extensive experience as an SE or systems integrator, 5+ years of Pre-Sales experience, including 3+ years selling security/networking solutions in direct or high-touch environments.

• Experience with data protection and web-related technologies.

• Experience in a matrix role working with the broader GTM team to promote, sell, and support the Data Security business line.

• Experience in Commercial/high velocity segment

• Experience with Zscaler (or competitive solutions) in the Data Protection market.

• Understanding of SaaS technologies and regulatory compliance for the geography.

• Success working in a matrix environment, teaming with a broader GTM and partner ecosystem.

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Base Pay Range

$154,875—$221,250 USD

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• Various health plans

• Time off plans for vacation and sick time

• Parental leave options

• Retirement options

• Education reimbursement

• In-office perks, and more!

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