Senior Solutions Architect - Security Specialist

Elastic; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 120,210 - 190,094; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage for family

Flexible locations and schedules

Generous vacation days

Matching donations up to $2000

Volunteer hours

16 weeks of parental leave

Job summary

Elastic is hiring a Security Specialist Solutions Architect to leverage deep expertise in SIEM and security technologies to enhance customers' data security efforts. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of PreSales experience, exceptional knowledge of AI's impact on security, and fluency in both German and English.

This role includes designing cutting-edge security solutions, delivering compelling project demonstrations, and fostering a collaborative environment. Elastic offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits to promote a balanced work-life environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise PreSales.
• Extensive experience with SIEM platforms in enterprise environments.
• Fluency in German & English.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement next-generation security solutions.
• Showcase the value of Elastic Security's detection.
• Cultivate a collaborative environment within the team.

Skills

SIEM solutions

Security technologies

Consultative selling

AI knowledge

SOC workflows understanding

Behavioral Analytics

Communication skills

Education

Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC

Job description

What is The Role

As a Security Specialist Solutions Architect, you will bring deep expertise in SIEM solutions, security technologies, and consultative selling to support customers in securing their data and infrastructure. You will leverage your knowledge of vendor ecosystems, security architectures, and operational processes to help customers solve complex challenges, enhance incident response, and build modern, scalable security solutions.

What You Will Be Doing

• Architect next‑generation security solutions: Design and implement cutting‑edge solutions utilizing Elastic's latest advancements in AI, to help improve incident response.
• Harness the power of the Elastic Security Solution to enable organizations to achieve their use case requirements and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Deliver compelling proof‑of‑value (POV) projects: Showcase the value of Elastic Security’s detection, AI, and Incident Response capabilities, demonstrating the potential to improve the analyst experience and shorten the time it takes for an analyst to make an informed decision.
• Be a thought leader and evangelize our vision: Share your expertise through presentations, blog posts, and other channels, positioning Elastic as the leader in SIEM and Analytics.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing: Cultivate a collaborative environment within the Solutions Architecture team and across departments, promoting knowledge sharing and driving continuous improvement.
• Stay ahead of the curve: Continuously learn and explore the ever‑evolving landscapes of SIEM and Analytics and related technologies, ensuring our solutions are always at the forefront of innovation.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise PreSales.
• Extensive experience with SIEM platforms and vendor solutions in enterprise environments.
• Deep understanding of AI and its impact on SIEM and Analytics solutions.
• Fluency in German & English.
• Strong understanding of SOC workflows, processes, and operational challenges.
• Knowledge of a wide range of security solutions, the type of data they produce and build content to satisfy Use Case Requirements.
• Background that includes forensic analysis, troubleshooting, and threat mitigation.
• Experience with Behavioral Analytics, and Machine Learning techniques.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in fast‑paced environments.
• Proven success in consultative selling, RFI/RFP responses, and customer presentations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to engage both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Collaborative spirit and a passion for sharing knowledge and expertise.
• Unwavering commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of the curve in technology and emerging trends.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC are a plus.
• Willingness to travel 30-50% of the time.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component.

At Elastic, our compensation philosophy aims to provide fair, competitive and transparent remuneration. Salary ranges are established based on a combination of external market benchmarks, internal pay equity considerations, and the responsibilities and complexity associated with each role. This approach helps ensure consistency across comparable roles while remaining competitive within the relevant labour markets.

The final compensation offered within the applicable range will be determined based on several objective factors, including relevant professional experience, level of skills and expertise, alignment with the role requirements, and the overall scope and complexity of the position.

Typical starting On‑Target Earnings range (Base Salary + Variable) for this role is: €105.100 – €166.200 EUR.

Additional Information – We Take Care of Our People

As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

• Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary.
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations.
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles.
• Generous number of vacation days each year.
• Increase your impact – We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service.
• Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love.
• Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave.

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

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