Sales Engineer (WEST)

Corelight • Full-time • Birmingham, AL, US • $180k - $214k / year • 3w ago

By making evidence the heart of security, we help customers stay ahead of ever-changing cyber-attacks.

Corelight is a cybersecurity company that transforms network and cloud activity into evidence. Evidence that elite defenders use to proactively hunt for threats, accelerate response to cyber incidents, gain complete network visibility and create powerful analytics using machine-learning and behavioral analysis tools. Easily deployed, and available in traditional and SaaS-based formats, Corelight is the fastest-growing Network Detection and Response (NDR) platform in the industry. And we are the only NDR platform that leverages the power of Open Source projects in addition to our own technology to deliver Intrusion Detection (IDS), Network Security Monitoring (NSM), and Smart PCAP solutions. We sell to some of the most sensitive, mission critical large enterprises and government agencies in the world.

At Corelight, we are at the forefront of network security, helping organizations protect their environments with an open NDR platform that delivers unparalleled network visibility. We are looking for a passionate and driven Presales Engineer to join our team, contributing to our mission of helping customers stay ahead of evolving threats.

What You'll Do:

Collaborate closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and provide technical guidance and demonstrations.
Act as a trusted advisor, effectively communicating Corelight's value propositions to both technical and business stakeholders.
Customize and deliver compelling product demos and Proof of Value (POV) engagements that showcase the strength of our solutions.
Engage with customers to understand their challenges, architect solutions, and drive business outcomes.
Partner with our engineering, product, and customer success teams to ensure smooth delivery and feedback loops.
Expect to travel approximately 50% of the time to meet customers and support in-person engagements.

Who You Are:

A problem-solver with a deep understanding of network security and a knack for communicating complex technical concepts in a clear and impactful way.
Passionate about learning and continuously evolving with the latest in security technology.
Someone who thrives in a collaborative, low-ego environment where results matter more than titles.
You understand the importance of teamwork and actively contribute to a supportive and innovative culture.

Why Corelight?

At Corelight, we foster a culture of openness, collaboration, and innovation. Our low-ego results-driven approach ensures that we focus on delivering the best solutions for our customers while supporting each other to succeed.
You'll be part of a diverse team that values growth, continuous learning, and making a real impact in the cybersecurity world.
We prioritize a work environment that respects work-life balance and encourages cross-functional teamwork.

We are proud of our culture and values - driving diversity of background and thought, low-ego results, applied curiosity and tireless service to our customers and community. Corelight is committed to a geographically dispersed yet connected employee base with employees working from home and office locations around the world. Fueled by an accelerating revenue stream, and investments from top-tier venture capital organizations such as Crowdstrike, Accel and Insight - we are rapidly expanding our team.

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Notice of Pay Transparency:
The compensation for this position may vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. Depending on the nature and seniority of the role, a percentage of compensation may come in the form of a commission-based or discretionary bonus. Equity and additional benefits will also be awarded.

Compensation Range

$225,000—$260,000 USD