Manager, Corporate Sales Engineering
CrowdStrike · United Kingdom - Reading ·
- Category
- Sales
- Experience
- 3+ years
CrowdStrike · United Kingdom - Reading ·
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
About the Role:
Join the fight against adversaries as a leader of our elite Corporate Sales Engineering team! As we pursue our mission to stop breaches, you'll inspire and empower a team of technical warriors who are passionate about protecting our customers. This role combines strategic leadership with deep technical expertise to drive our cutting-edge security solutions into the market.
At CrowdStrike, we believe in being Bold, staying United, pursuing Relentless Innovation, and delivering Customer Success. As the Corporate SE Manager, you'll embody these values while:
Leading a high-performance team that's obsessed with stopping the breach
Driving technical excellence and innovation in pre-sales activities
Accelerating revenue growth through strategic technical leadership
Building the next generation of security champions
We're looking for a fearless leader who thrives on technical challenges, believes in the power of teamwork, and is ready to make an impact in the fight against cyber adversaries. If you're ready to join a mission that matters and lead a team that's changing the security landscape, this role is for you.
What You'll Do:
Leadership & Team Management:
Direct line management of Corporate SE team, including performance reviews, coaching, and professional development
Drive team success through strategic resource allocation and goal setting
Establish and maintain team KPIs aligned with company objectives
Implement and optimize team processes and methodologies
Nurture and develop a true collaborative environment
Technical Sales Leadership:
Guide complex technical sales cycles and Proof of Value (PoV) evaluations
Develop and execute technical sales strategies
Collaborate with Sales leadership to maximize revenue opportunities
Oversee technical training programs for sales staff and partners
Synergize with Marketing for delivering impactful campaigns
Scale our sales specialists teams becoming a multiplier force
Customer & Partner Engagement:
Drive technical solution design and architecture discussions
Ensure customer success through pre-sales technical support
Build and maintain strategic partner relationships
Represent CrowdStrike at industry events and executive meetings
What You'll Need:
5+ years of technical pre-sales experience in cybersecurity
3+ years of people management experience, including remote teams
Deep understanding of enterprise security architecture and threat landscape
Proven track record of driving complex technical sales cycles
Experience with security tools, malware analysis, and threat detection
Strong executive presence and presentation skills
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
Technical Knowledge:
Advanced understanding of cyber security, threat detection, and incident response
Familiarity with attack frameworks, exploitation techniques, and threat actors
Knowledge of security tools, MITRE ATT&CK, and industry best practices
Preferred Qualifications:
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, Security+, CEH)
Experience with CrowdStrike products and services
Background in enterprise software sales
MBA or technical advanced degree
Success Factors:
Strategic thinking and business acumen
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
Excellence in stakeholder management
Results-driven mindset with attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of enterprise security while leading a high-performing technical sales team at CrowdStrike.
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
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