#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We’re looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters – one team, one fight. About the Role: This Solution Architect role supports Channel, VAR, and Solution Providers. The ideal candidate is a partner-focused technical expert who applies their skills to support, enable, and grow CrowdStrike’s Strategic Partners. You will support one or more Alliances managers and their named partners, educating them on and demonstrating the value of CrowdStrike’s security platform, while enabling them to do the same as an extension of our sales team. You should be able to articulate how traditional security solutions are designed and deployed, and why they are failing. You should be capable of creating and delivering compelling sales and technical trainings, building trust as a resource both internally and externally, all while identifying and driving initiatives to strengthen our partners’ offerings and ensure continual growth. The ideal candidate will have a good mix of deep technical knowledge and business acumen in the security market place. In this position you will be working with team leaders to deliver and execute technology strategies to meet strategic corporate and partner needs, present and future. What You’ll Do: Work closely with Channel/VAR/Reseller/Solution Provider Partners, their Solution Architects and Sales Engineers to promote and further CrowdStrike Alliances growth. Develop and promote Partner/Client self-service solutions. Train and educate partner SE and Sales staff about CrowdStrike solutions and integrations. Drive effective and compliant adoption of partner not-for-resale environments for customer demonstrations and internal training. Lead partners to achieve and aim to exceed accreditation and certification requirements. In conjunction with Alliances team, achieve and aim to exceed assigned quarterly revenue targets. In conjunction with Alliances team, act as liaison between partner and CrowdStrike Sales/SE teams to overcome obstacles, assist with deal cycle, and identify opportunity for partners to add value. Work with other Solution Architects to build out and grow SA process standards. Assist partner team members to accomplish CrowdStrike training and certifications. Shadow partners in live deployments. Including but not limited to installations, troubleshooting and training for CrowdStrike products. Help partners deploy CrowdStrike to lab environments and resources. Assist with demo environments, ensuring partners have the necessary training and technology to demonstrate to prospects and current customers. Lead and Consult with partners on effective testing and POC/POV methodologies relevant to modern attack techniques. Utilize technology integrations in the partner’s portfolio to create additional paths to growth. Identify and develop opportunities to enable partner-led professional services. Develop, adapt, translate and deliver content and messaging as part of executing partner joint marketing plan activities. Develop and execute strategic and focused technical enablement plans. Act as an interface between cross-functional internal teams to resolve issues. Provide reporting and feedback on partner field activities. Participate in events such as security conferences, lunch & learns, and partner other sponsored events. What You’ll Need: Significant technical capability and experience in modern security platforms Knowledge in some of the following areas: Cloud security, endpoint detection and response, modern attack landscape, Threat Intelligence, Security Operations, Incident Response, Endpoint Management, Identity Protection, and Computer Forensics Experience in a security focused solution architect, sales engineer or similar role Strong fundamentals in network engineering: OSI model, IP routing/switching, DNS, etc. Strong understanding of Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems and systems administration. Familiarity with modern attack techniques, various hacking and exploitation tools and methodologies, common malware families, and Anti-Virus / IDS / IPS evasion techniques. Understanding of SOC operations and IT Process Automation / Orchestration Relentless problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to a variety of external audiences, including being able to interact with senior executives Ability to travel both domestic and internationally up to 40% Prior experience with data consumption capabilities including API’s, scripting, and data exchange formats S./B.A./M.S. degree or equivalent experience/technical training Business development experience in a consulting and/or services environment Optional: Scripting experience in PowerShell, VBScript, Bash and/or Python Optional: CISSP, GIAC GCFA, GCIH, Security+, CEH, or similar certifications
#LI-SL1 #LI-Remote Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike: Remote-first culture Market leader in compensation and equity awards Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits Physical and mental wellness programs Paid parental leave, including adoption A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels seen, heard, valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation – generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve. CrowdStrike is committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact , for further assistance. CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program. Notice of E-Verify Participation Right to Work CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $90,000 – $170,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
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