[Remote] Director, Sales Engineering Americas West at Illumio

California, United States

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Requirements

  • 8+ years in customer-facing roles, including 1–3 years managing SE teams and enterprise accounts
  • BA/BS degree or equivalent experience
  • Proven success in both direct and channel-driven sales models, especially large enterprise engagements
  • Strong background in advanced networking and network security technologies
  • Travel throughout the western region (willing/able)
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms and proficiency in scripting languages (desirable assets)
  • Exceptional communication skills enabling engagement with C-suite executives and technical teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of systems engineers and oversee technical pre-sales execution in the Americas West Region
  • Align technical execution with revenue goals and drive impactful customer engagements
  • Oversee pre-sales activities: product positioning, education, objection handling, and competitive strategy
  • Ensure the team is equipped with the latest product knowledge, demos, messaging, and use cases
  • Act as a hands-on technical resource when needed, especially in high-priority engagements
  • Provide coaching, mentorship, and conflict resolution to foster a high-performing team
  • Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key technical influencers
  • Deliver compelling presentations and webinars tailored to customer pain points
  • Lead powerful demos rooted in real-world use cases and success stories
  • Support ongoing technical training and development for your team
  • Streamline global pre-sales processes, including POCs and competitive analysis
  • Travel as needed to support deal progression and technical evaluations
  • Own technical enablement for assigned partners and regions
  • Align team goals with regional sales and partner/channel strategies
  • Retain top talent through support, transparency, and career development
  • Foster collaboration and communication across the region
  • Champion customer advocacy, advisory boards, and technical user groups
  • Represent your team’s needs on a global stage
  • Contribute thought leadership through blogs, white papers, and industry content
  • Promote partner education and maturity in Illumio’s solutions

Skills

Illumio

Cybersecurity solutions for data protection

About Illumio

Illumio provides cybersecurity solutions for large enterprises, focusing on data protection and network security. Its main product, the Adaptive Security Platform (ASP), uses micro-segmentation to divide networks into smaller sections, which helps prevent the spread of cyber threats. The company operates on a subscription-based model, allowing clients to access its services continuously. Illumio aims to ensure comprehensive protection for data centers and cloud environments.

Sunnyvale, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$542.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
CybersecurityIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

HSA
Health Reimbursement Account
Wellness Program
Fitness Subsidies
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
FSA
Leave of Absence
Paid Holidays
Unlimited Vacation
Paid Family Leave
Paid Vacation
Personal/Sick Days
Company Equity
401(k)
Performance Bonus
Promote from Within
Lunch and Learns
Work Visa Sponsorship
Leadership Training Program
Commuter Benefits Program
Casual Dress
Pet-Friendly Office
Happy Hours
Snacks
Some Meals Provided
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Opportunities
Hybrid Work Opportunities
On-Site Cafeteria
Work-From-Home Stipend

Risks

Competitors' rapid adoption of AI-driven solutions could erode Illumio's market share.
Complex hybrid environments may challenge Illumio's integration and performance.
Global cybersecurity skills shortage could hinder Illumio's operational scaling.

Differentiation

Illumio specializes in adaptive security solutions for large enterprises.
The company offers a unique micro-segmentation approach to limit breach spread.
Illumio's Adaptive Security Platform provides comprehensive visibility and encryption.

Upsides

AI-driven automation in cybersecurity is gaining traction, benefiting Illumio's offerings.
Demand for Zero Trust architecture is increasing, aligning with Illumio's solutions.
Global micro-segmentation market is expected to grow significantly, boosting Illumio's prospects.

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