Shift5

Sales Engineer

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, Operational Technology, Defense, Aerospace, RailIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 7-10 years of experience in a Sales or Solutions Engineering role supporting the US Air Force and US Space Force, with preference for experience in cybersecurity, maintenance, or operational technology within defense aviation or space. They must have a strong understanding of networking, security, and embedded systems, and the ability to translate technical concepts into business value. An active Top Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.

Responsibilities

The Sales Engineer will collaborate with the sales team to understand customer requirements and develop tailored solutions using Shift5’s platform, deliver compelling presentations and demos to showcase Shift5’s solutions, act as a trusted advisor to customers addressing their technical concerns, work with customers to map their needs to Shift5’s platform, assist in crafting technical proposals and solution briefs, bridge the gap between customers and internal teams, and educate customers and partners on Shift5’s technology through workshops, webinars, and training sessions.

Skills

Technical Sales Support
Product Demonstrations
Customer Engagement
Solution Design
Cybersecurity
Operational Technology
Solution Customization
Customer Needs Analysis

Shift5

Observability platform for operational technology

About Shift5

Shift5 offers an observability platform that focuses on cybersecurity and data analytics for operational technology (OT) in defense and transportation sectors. The platform collects and analyzes data from onboard systems, such as buses and weapon systems, and is protocol-agnostic, allowing it to adapt to various data communication protocols. By providing real-time insights, Shift5 helps clients improve safety, maintenance scheduling, and threat detection. The company's goal is to enable better decision-making to enhance the reliability and performance of their fleets.

Key Metrics

Kansas City, MissouriHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$104.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, CybersecurityIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Risks

Emerging OT cybersecurity startups could threaten Shift5's market share.
Rapid evolution of cyber threats may outpace Shift5's technological capabilities.
Economic downturns could lead to reduced budgets for cybersecurity solutions.

Differentiation

Shift5 offers a protocol-agnostic platform adaptable to any data communication protocol.
The company provides real-time, data-driven insights for defense and transportation sectors.
Shift5's platform enhances safety, availability, and resilience of operational technology assets.

Upsides

Growing demand for cybersecurity in transportation due to rising cyber threats.
Increased interest in predictive maintenance technologies to reduce costs and improve reliability.
U.S. Department of Defense's focus on cybersecurity presents opportunities for Shift5.

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