Horizon3.ai

Channel Sales Engineer

Horizon3.ai$220K — $260K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
  • 3-7+ years in a pre-sales, technical consulting, SOC, or red team role, ideally within MSP/MSSP or cybersecurity services.
  • Strong knowledge of offensive and defensive security, penetration testing methodologies, and vulnerability management.
  • Familiarity with managed services delivery models, SOC workflows, and security operations tools like SIEM and SOAR.
  • Proficiency with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and networking fundamentals.
  • Excellent communication skills for diverse technical and business audiences.
  • Preferred experience in partner enablement or channel ecosystems.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver technical training and certifications to empower MSP/MSSP partners in delivering NodeZero.
  • Assist partners in creating repeatable service offerings focusing on continuous pentesting and compliance validation.
  • Develop technical materials and best practices to aid partner go-to-market strategies.
  • Conduct demos and presentations to support partners in customer-facing opportunities.
  • Align partner capabilities with customer requirements through collaboration with channel sales managers.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to partners on offensive security and emerging threats.
  • Gather insights from partners to inform product development and enablement strategies.

Benefits

  • Inclusive Team: A culture that values diversity and promotes an inclusive work environment.
  • Growth Opportunities: Career development possibilities in a dynamic and expanding company.
  • Innovative Culture: Collaborative space that encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
  • Remote Work: Full remote flexibility to work in a personal environment that enhances performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, dental insurance, flexible vacation policy, and generous parental leave.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

Horizon3AI is committed to defending businesses from the ever-growing threat landscape. Our advanced solutions and expert team provide unparalleled security for our clients. We are looking for a Channel Sales Engineers to join our team and help partners understand the true value and capabilities of our product(s) and services.

Key Responsibilities
Partner Enablement
  • Assist partners in building repeatable service offerings around continuous pentesting, compliance validation, and attack surface management.
  • Develop and maintain technical collateral, playbooks, best practices, and enablement materials to support partner go-to-market strategies.
  • Deliver technical training, workshops, and onboarding sessions to upskill partners and internal sales teams.
Pre-Sales & Technical Advisory
  • Demonstrate deep technical expertise in Horizon3.ai's cybersecurity platform to support partner-led and co-sell opportunities.
  • Collaborate closely with Channel & Alliances Sales Managers to align partner technical capabilities with customer requirements.
  • Deliver live product demos, presentations, and proofs-of-value tailored to partner and customer use cases.
  • Provide guidance on solution design, service integration, and technical scoping for partner-driven opportunities.
  • Assist with technical responses for RFPs and RFIs, particularly those involving Channel partners.
Collaboration & Feedback
  • Act as a trusted technical advisor to partners on offensive security concepts and evolving threat landscapes.
  • Gather feedback from partners and customers and relay insights to Product and Engineering to influence roadmap and enablement strategy.
  • Build strong working relationships with Sales, Product, Customer Success, and Engineering to ensure partner and customer success.
  • On occasion, assist with post-sales technical guidance to support smooth partner-led implementations and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications and Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field (advanced degrees a plus).
  • 5+ years of experience as a Sales Engineer or Solutions Architect in the cybersecurity domain.
  • 3+ years supporting Channel & Alliances team.
  • Strong understanding of cyber threats, risk management, and security solutions.
  • Familiarity with managed services delivery models, partner go-to-market motions, and co-sell environments.
  • Proficiency with cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), identity systems (AD/AAD), and networking fundamentals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Highly collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Engineering, and Partners.
  • Certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or cloud security certifications are desirable.


Travel Required

We are a fully remote company, and this job may require up to 50%of travel to be successful.

Perks of Horizon3.ai
  • Inclusive Team: We value diversity and promote an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
  • Growth Opportunities: Be part of a dynamic and growing team with numerous career development opportunities.
  • Innovative Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
  • Remote Work: We are a 100% remote company. Enjoy the flexibility to work in the way that supports you and brings out your best.
  • Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive salary, equity and benefits. Our benefits include health, vision & dental insurance for you and your family, a flexible vacation policy, and generous parental leave.

Compensation and Values

At Horizon3, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and our compensation philosophy reflects this core value. We are committed to fostering an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and rewarded for their contributions. Our compensation structure is designed to be fair, competitive, and transparent, ensuring that every team member is recognized and compensated equitably across roles, levels, and locations.

In accordance with various State's transparency regulations, we provide the following salary range information for this position:
  • $220k - $260k OTE 70/30 Split annually. The exact salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and relevant skills.
  • Additional compensation: All full-time roles are eligible for an equity package in the form of stock options.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Application Note

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About Horizon3.ai

Horizon3.ai is a California-based software company that provides artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for businesses. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Long Beach, California. Horizon3.ai offers a range of AI-powered products, including chatbots, virtual assistants, and predictive analytics tools. The company's solutions are designed to help businesses automate their operations, improve customer engagement, and gain insights from their data. Horizon3.ai serves clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, finance, and retail.
Learn more about Horizon3.ai
Size
50 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$100,000
Founded
2018
5 Year Trend
+50%
Revenue
$500,000

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