Sales Engineer

Sentra

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sentra is seeking a dedicated Sales Engineer to help revolutionize data security. The ideal candidate will offer technical guidance throughout the sales cycle, effectively demonstrate product benefits, and play a key role in shaping product development. Applicants should possess extensive experience in sales engineering within the cybersecurity domain and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in sales engineering or technical sales roles.
Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
Deep understanding of data security principles.

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout the sales cycle.
Demonstrate the capabilities and benefits of Sentra's products.
Collaborate closely with sales and product teams.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Sales Engineering

Technical Concepts

Data Security

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

CloudFormation

Terraform

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At Sentra, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the way organizations approach data security. Sentra’s unique approach enables enterprises to autonomously scan their environments without the need for agents, ensuring that data remains securely within their cloud or on-premises infrastructure. This innovative methodology sets us apart in the industry, providing organizations with control and visibility over their sensitive data at all times. Our commitment to excellence in data security posture management and data detection and response makes Sentra a leader in the field.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout the sales cycle, from architecture reviews to deployment and troubleshooting.
Demonstrate the capabilities and benefits of Sentra's products and services.
Collaborate closely with the product team to provide insights from the field and influence the product roadmap to better meet customer needs.
Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop and execute strategic plans for achieving sales objectives.
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and internal teams, to drive customer satisfaction and retention.
Stay current on industry trends and competitor offerings to inform product development and sales strategies.

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in sales engineering or technical sales roles, in the cybersecurity or data management industry.
Experience with public cloud providers (AWS, GCP and Azure), as well as DevOps tools such as CloudFormation and Terraform.
Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Deep understanding of data security principles and technologies.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks and data security/privacy requirements - an advantage.

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