Applications & Security Technical Marketing Engineer

Keysight Technologies; California, Santa Clara (MO, CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Applications & Security Technical Marketing Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves leading initiatives in network infrastructure and security, engaging with customers to address their needs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in networking and security, with a strong understanding of cloud technologies and automation tools. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and contribute to shaping the future of networking solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Family Leave

Health Savings Account

Discounts and Perks

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in networking and security.
• Hands-on experience with cloud automation and DevOps tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives related to network infrastructure and security testing solutions.
• Engage with customers to understand their network and security needs.

Skills

Networking

Security

Cloud Technologies

Automation (Python, Terraform)

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degrees (preferred)

Tools

BPS

IxLoad

CyPerf

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Job description

Overview

Keysightis on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn moreabout what we do.

Our powerful,award-winningculture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions.Diversity, equity & inclusionare integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

At Keysight, we empower leading network equipment manufacturers, service providers, and cloud companies to design, implement, test, and deploy cutting-edge networking and cloud security solutions. As part of a team of innovators and domain experts, we contribute to the success of the networking ecosystem.

We are seeking an Applications & Security Technical Marketing Engineer for our NEMs and Chipsets Business Development/Solution team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in networking and security, with the technical depth to engage with senior technical users, architects, and managers. This role involves working closely with customers in the Networking & Security ecosystem, Cloud, and Keysight's marketing and R&D teams. Your mission is to understand and address customers' network infrastructure and security validation needs from the lab to production environments.

• Lead and execute various business, technical, and marketing initiatives related to the company's network infrastructure and security testing solutions.
• Possess deep knowledge of public cloud and virtualized infrastructure, including automation tools/technologies such as Python and Terraform.
• Stay up to date with emerging security technologies like SASE, ZTNA, LLM Security, Cloud Security, NGFW, and DDoS.
• Engage directly with vendors in these areas to support business development or sales activities (a plus).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, gaining insights into their needs and translating them into actionable solution requirements.
• Influence product roadmaps and business strategies to align with customer demands.
• Provide technical support and coordinate resources to secure strategic opportunities.
• Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market plans.
• Conduct competitive analysis and assess emerging technologies.
• Author technical documentation, including application notes, white papers, and briefs.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Serve as a thought leader and advocate for Keysight's solutions through public seminars, technical conferences, and customer visits.

Qualifications

• Advanced-level experience with a background in planning, architecting, designing, implementing, testing, or maintaining on-premise infrastructure or cloud networks, with expertise in Ethernet technologies, networking, security, virtualization, and related technologies.
• Hands-on experience with testing tools such as BPS, IxLoad, and CyPerf, and their application in cloud and network security environments.
• Advanced knowledge of networking, cloud, and network security technologies.
• Ability and willingness to continuously learn and adopt new technologies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong critical thinking and analytical abilities.
• Experience deploying or testing networking and security systems such as SASE, ZTNA, Cloud Security Services, Next-Gen Firewalls, IDS/IPS, etc.
• Existing relationships and hands on working experience with technical users in the network security ecosystem (preferred).
• Deep understanding of network and cloud security design and operations.
• Familiarity with cloud automation and DevOps frameworks/tools like Jenkins, Python, and Terraform.
• Knowledge of Docker containers, Kubernetes, and cloud-native technologies.
• Strong understanding of compute and network virtualization.
• 15+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a global, distributed team.
• Strong leadership, project management, and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives across multiple departments.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (advanced degrees preferred)

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

California pay range: MIN $124,420 - MAX $227,530

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

This role is eligible for our Keysight Results Bonus Program

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

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Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.