Forcepoint

Sales Engineer

Forcepoint$230K — $250K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Michigan, US
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience
  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in pre-sales technical consulting or similar roles
  • Deep understanding of technical products and solutions
  • Strong analytical skills for evaluating complex problems
  • Ability to operate with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

  • Deliver pre-sales technical support through all phases of the sales cycle
  • Utilize product knowledge to assist sales teams with presentations and demonstrations
  • Assess customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
  • Develop detailed specifications and contribute to solution design
  • Create proof-of-concepts to demonstrate feasibility and value
  • Provide technical consultation and solution validation to potential clients
  • Address and resolve diverse technical challenges creatively

Benefits

  • Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
  • Encouragement for applicants from varied backgrounds
  • Opportunities for bonuses and paid time off
  • Access to region-specific benefits
Full Job Description

Overview

The Pre-Sales Technical Consultant provides advanced technical expertise to support the development, positioning, and implementation of complex products, applications, and solutions. This role partners closely with sales teams and customers to translate business needs into effective technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Location: Must reside in Ohio, Michigan or St. Louis, MO
  • Deliver pre-sales technical support throughout the sales cycle, including discovery, solution design, and technical validation.
  • Use deep product knowledge to support sales teams and customers through presentations, demonstrations, and technical discussions.
  • Assess customer requirements and recommend appropriate company products or solutions to meet business needs.
  • Develop detailed product specifications and contribute to design and implementation plans for complex solutions.
  • Build proof-of-concepts or rapid prototypes to demonstrate solution feasibility and value.
  • Provide technical consultation, product capability assessments, and solution validation for prospective customers.
  • Resolve a wide range of technical challenges using creativity, sound judgment, and expertise.
  • Collaborate with senior internal and external stakeholders within the area of specialization.
  • Contribute to organizational goals by influencing solution strategy and technical direction.

Professional Characteristics
  • Seasoned professional with a comprehensive understanding of their technical discipline and working knowledge of adjacent fields.
  • Demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate diverse, complex problems.
  • Exercises good judgment in selecting methods, tools, and techniques to achieve optimal solutions.
  • Operates with minimal supervision on day-to-day tasks and receives general guidance on new assignments.
  • Capable of independently determining approaches and ensuring objectives are met upon completion.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4-6 years of relevant experience, or equivalent professional experience.


Forcepoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range and variable compensation for this role is 230,000.00 - 250,000.00 and represents the low and high end of compensation for this position. Actual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to, location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Forcepoint's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits

Don't meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don't meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace - so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.

Applicants must have the right to work in the location to which you have applied.

About Forcepoint

Forcepoint is a cybersecurity company that provides solutions to protect against insider threats and outside attacks. The company's products include web security, data loss prevention, and cloud access security brokers. Forcepoint serves customers in industries such as healthcare, financial services, and government. The company was founded in 2016 as a result of the merger of Raytheon Cyber Products, Websense, and Stonesoft. Forcepoint is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Learn more about Forcepoint
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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