Senior Sales Engineer

Zscaler

Senior Sales Engineer architecting Zero Trust security solutions for Zscaler enterprise customers. Advising prospects, leading technical evaluations, and delivering Proof of Value engagements throughout the sales cycle.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $154,875 - $221,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting technical solutions and serving as a technical advisor throughout the sales cycle, with a strong focus on network security technologies and customer engagement. Proven ability to integrate AI tools to enhance workflows and problem-solving capabilities.

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Technical Solution ArchitectureNetwork Security TechnologiesSales Engineering ExperienceCustomer Technical Requirements GatheringIndustry Certifications (CCNP, JNCIP, PCNSA, CISSP, CCSP)

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Hard Skills

Technical Solution ArchitectureNetwork Security TechnologiesSales EngineeringProduct PresentationsProof of Value EngagementsCustom Product ConfigurationsTechnical Sales Process ManagementAI Tool IntegrationCustomer Requirements AnalysisEnterprise Account Management

Soft Skills

CuriosityCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationAdvisory Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNPJNCIPPCNSACISSPCCSP

Industry Keywords

Sales EngineerSystems IntegratorTechnical AdvisorCustomer Pain PointsZscaler Products

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect technical solutions addressing critical customer pain points
Serve as a technical advisor throughout the sales cycle
Create and deliver technical product presentations to prospective customers
Promote the value proposition of Zscaler products
Gather customer technical requirements and align proposed solutions with customer goals
Lead product evaluations and custom product configurations
Run Proof of Value engagements from start to finish as the technical and industry expert
Oversee the technical sales process
Collaborate with and support internal Zscaler teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience as a Sales Engineer or Systems integrator
Knowledge of network security technologies
Preferred: industry certifications including CCNP, JNCIP, PCNSA, CISSP, or CCSP
Preferred: experience working with large enterprise and major accounts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Various health plans
Time off plans for vacation and sick time
Parental leave options
Retirement options
Education reimbursement
In-office perks