Enterprise Sales Engineer - DACH

Abnormal Security; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Enterprise Sales Engineer to join their growing team in the DACH region. This pivotal role involves serving as the technical lead throughout the pre-sales cycle, conducting engaging product demonstrations, and collaborating closely with Enterprise Account Executives to drive successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in messaging and Internet security principles, coupled with excellent communication and presentation skills. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about customer satisfaction, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sales engineering with a strong technical background.
• Fluency in German and ability to influence diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical sales throughout the pre-sales cycle and conduct demos.
• Support Enterprise Account Executives in achieving sales objectives.

Skills

Sales Engineering

Technical Presentation Skills

Customer Engagement

Business Outcome Alignment

Fluency in German

Understanding of Internet Protocols

Networking Knowledge

Customer Satisfaction Focus

Education

BS in Computer Science or Engineering

Relevant Security Certifications (CISSP, CEH)

Tools

PowerPoint

Google Slides

Job description

About the Role

Abnormal Security is seeking an Enterprise Sales Engineer to join our growing Sales team in the DACH region. As an Enterprise Sales Engineer, you will be our customer’s technical contact, and craft strategic business cases to win customers over & help them conquer their most intractable email security challenges. This is the first Sales Engineer for the growing Central Europe team.

In conjunction with Enterprise Account Executives, you will be responsible for conducting in-person and remote product demos, articulating the technical value of Abnormal Security products, and driving successful outcomes for Proof of Value programs.

The ideal candidate for the role will have the following skillset:

• Ability to tie technology to business outcomes and drive value
• Ability to influence your audience in virtual and in person formats
• High EQ; ability to read the room, engage people, be empathetic, listen and respond
• Ability to create value driven presentations and tell the story behind them (Powerpoint, Google Slides)
• Ability to discover/uncover customer pain/requirements/objectives

What you will do

• Serve as the technical sales lead throughout the pre-sales cycle, including owning proofs-of-value (POV) results and driving their success, co-leading customer relationships with Enterprise Account Executives, and giving technical demos
• Provide technical pre-sales support for assigned Enterprise Account Executives
• Assist Enterprise Account Executives in development and implementation of sales objectives and account-based penetration strategies
• Conduct technical and competitive landscape research to effectively address customer questions
• Serve as a technical resource for pre-sales security and platform diligence
• Educate sales executives and partners on Abnormal Security’s products, platform, and security
• Obsessively drive customer satisfaction

Must Haves

• 5+ years industry experience in sales engineering
• Fluency in German
• Technical background in messaging and Internet security principles
• Strong understanding of how Internet protocols work (HTTP, SMTP, DNS, etc.)
• Knowledge of networking topology, TCP/IP protocol, network configuration and components (firewalls, routers, etc.)
• Prior experience in selling software to FTSE 500
• Strong technical presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to see and present “the Big Picture”, uncover business challenges, and architect a solution to solve customer business issues
• Ability to work independently in a high-velocity environment
• Positive attitude, customer focus, and strong sense of ownership over customer results
• BSCS/BSEE or equivalent work experience
• CISSP, CEH and/or other relevant security certifications a plus