Security Engineering Manager

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 175,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. in Toronto seeks a seasoned Pre-Sales Engineering Lead to guide a team of security engineers and translate complex customer needs into integrated security solutions.

The role requires deep networking, cloud, data center, and AI security expertise, strong leadership, and travel flexibility. You will collaborate with sales, product management, and partners to win strategic opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 15 years' experience in networking standards and protocols (Ethernet, routing, UNIX, Network Mgr., IP addressing).
• At least 8 years of pre-sales engineering experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership and ability to motivate.
• Working knowledge of system design.

Responsibilities

• Be hands on in pre-sales activity and manage a team of security engineers.
• Provide technical pre sales assistance for customers and/or partners.
• Develop existing and new accounts in conjunction with sales reps.
• Coach and mentor the SE team.
• Technical product and solution presentations.
• Active participation in IT security events and trade shows as a speaker.
• Develop a solution by translating a customer’s business requirements into an integrated technical solution.
• Technically close complex and competitive opportunities with deep knowledge and credibility.
• Identify revenue impacting support escalations and engage required parties for timely resolution.
• Proactively engage with Product Management, Business units, Sales and Marketing.

Skills

Pre-sales engineering

Leadership

Customer engagement

Technical presentations

Travel readiness

Interpersonal skills

Security architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

At Check Point, what you do matters. Every day, we protect over 100,000 organizations worldwide from increasingly sophisticated cyber and AI-driven threats, securing their AI transformation.

Our prevention-first approach safeguards hybrid networks, cloud environments, digital workspaces, and AI systems, stopping attacks before they happen.

This is where innovation meets real-world impact. You’ll help customers across industries operate with confidence in a rapidly changing digital world, working alongside smart, curious people who take ownership, challenge assumptions, and solve complex problems.

We’re proud to be recognized by TIME, Newsweek, and Forbes for excellence and workplace culture.

What really sets Check Point apart is the opportunity to grow, contribute, and help companies navigate their AI transformation securely.

If you’re excited to work at the forefront of AI-driven security on a global scale, this is the place to do it.

Key Responsibilities

• Be hands on in pre-sales activity and manage a team of security engineers.
• Provide technical pre sales assistance for customers and or partners
• Develop existing and new accounts in conjunction with sales reps
• Coach and mentor the SE team
• Technical Product and solution presentations
• Active participation in IT security events and trade shows as a speaker
• Develop a solution by translating a customer’s business requirements into an integrated technical solution
• Technically close complex and competitive opportunities, through advanced competitive knowledge, technical skill and credibility
• Identify revenue impacting support escalations and engage proactively with required parties (internal / external) to ensure timely resolution and satisfactory resolution
• Proactively engage and communicate with Product Management, Business units, Sales and Marketing
• Broad understanding of Security Threat Landscape / IT Security industry, past, present and future

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or related major.
• 15 years' experience in networking standards and protocols (Ethernet, routing, UNIX, Network Mgr., Internet Protocol addressing).
• At least 8 years of pre-sales engineering experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership and ability to motivate.
• Working knowledge of system design.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Check Point experience and certification preferred.
• Cyber Security Experience and the fields of network, data center, and cloud architectures.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship from an employer now or in the future.

EOE M/F/Veterans/Disabled

The wage range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors in determining your pay. We'll consider your location, experience, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The wage disclosure has not been adjusted for applicable geographic differentials associated with the location at which this position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current base wage range for this role is C$175,000-C$215,000 In addition to the base compensation, certain roles are eligible for additional compensation, including an annual bonus or sales incentive based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee’s role. These awards are allocated based on individual performance. Benefits/perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Check Point Software Technologies and the country/state where you work.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Check Point Software Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and we strive for diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to religion, race, color, sex, marital or veteran statuses, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate.