Specialist Solutions Engineer - Security at AHEAD

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

Experience with any SASE vendor
Strong, detailed product/technology/industry knowledge in the security domain
Knowledge of job-associated software and applications
Time management and prioritization skills
Ability to define security strategies, compare and contrast alternative approaches, size and configure security products
Ability to build key relationships and position/leveraging subject matter experts and consultants

Responsibilities

Active participation in the AHEAD Security team and related virtual teams
Be a thought leader within the Solutions Engineering organization, responsible for designing, architecting, and consulting for AHEAD clients in the security domain
Build skills, relationships, and industry credibility across many segments to drive product, services, and consulting sales in the security space
Support sales teams during engagements by providing advice, solutions, or proposals optimized to meet customer technical and business requirements
Develop relationships with other Security SSE team members, leaders, and partners in support of sales objectives
Strategize and execute technical sales calls
Complete required pre-sales documentation (configurations, pricing, services, presentations, justifications, etc.) quickly and accurately
Qualify sales opportunities in terms of customer technical requirements, decision-making process, and funding
Present and market the design and value of proposed AHEAD security solutions and business justifications to customers, prospects, and AHEAD management
Participate in the mentorship of entry-level team members
Work in partnership with sales representatives, practice leaders, and other SSE team members to build market strategy and assist with account planning
Help identify potential security technologies and vendors to partner with for clients or regions, and drive strategy throughout campaigns
Assist with diagrams, bill of materials, proposal content, and other documentation for active security sales campaigns
Assist with achieving proper training and certifications necessary to sell security solutions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Security TechnologiesSolutions EngineeringCloud InfrastructureAutomationAnalyticsSales EngineeringAccount PlanningMarket StrategyDiagramsBill of MaterialsProposals

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this position?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are needed for the Specialist Solutions Engineer role?

The role requires being a subject matter expert in security technologies, strong time management and prioritization, designing and architecting complex security solutions, and building key relationships.

What is the company culture like at AHEAD?

AHEAD prioritizes a culture of belonging where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard, empowering everyone to speak up and drive change. They are an equal opportunity employer that embraces diverse candidates to enrich ideas and perspectives.

What makes a strong candidate for this Security Solutions Engineer position?

Strong candidates are subject matter experts in security, thought leaders capable of designing complex solutions, partnering effectively with sales and teams, and demonstrating excellent time management to drive sales strategies.

AHEAD

Digital transformation and cloud consulting services

About AHEAD

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation services, focusing on helping medium to large enterprises modernize their IT infrastructure. The company offers a range of services including cloud migration, automation, and infrastructure optimization, primarily using Microsoft Azure. AHEAD's products work by providing tailored consulting and managed services that guide clients through the complexities of digital transformation. What sets AHEAD apart from its competitors is its deep expertise in cloud solutions and a strong client-centric approach, which has been validated by achieving Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Azure. The company's goal is to empower organizations to take control of their digital transformation journeys and achieve sustainable success.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2007Year Founded

BUYOUTCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees