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How much do security sales engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for security sales engineer in the United States is $96,194.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $112,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a security sales engineer?

A Security Sales Engineer is a technical expert who supports the sales team in selling cybersecurity products and solutions. They bridge the gap between technical requirements and business needs by demonstrating product capabilities, addressing customer concerns, and designing security solutions. Their role involves pre-sales activities such as presentations, proof-of-concept demonstrations, and technical guidance. They work closely with customers to understand their security challenges and recommend appropriate solutions. Strong communication, technical expertise, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a security sales engineer do?

A typical day for a Security Sales Engineer involves working closely with account managers and prospective clients to assess security requirements, deliver product demonstrations, and create tailored solutions. You’ll review customer IT environments, develop proofs of concept, and respond to technical inquiries or RFPs. Collaboration is key, as you’ll often liaise with product and engineering teams to address complex questions and ensure that solutions meet both technical and business needs. This dynamic mix of technical problem-solving, client interaction, and team collaboration makes each day varied and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a security sales engineer?

To thrive as a Security Sales Engineer, you need a solid background in cybersecurity concepts, technical solution design, and a degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field. Familiarity with security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and certifications like CISSP, CEH, or vendor-specific credentials (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto Networks) are highly valued. Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills set top performers apart by enabling them to convey complex technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders. These abilities are crucial for effectively bridging the gap between customer needs and technical solutions, ensuring successful sales outcomes and customer satisfaction.

How much money do security sales engineers make?

Security sales engineers typically earn a median annual salary between $80,000 and $120,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. They often receive commissions or bonuses based on sales performance and may need technical knowledge of security products and solutions.
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Infographic showing various Security Sales Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,194 per year, or $46.2 per hour.

Security Sales Engineer, Exposure Management

Check Point Software Technologies

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Check Point Software Technologies rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 116 rated security

Job description

Company Description

As the world’s leading vendor of Cyber Security, facing the most sophisticated threats and attacks, we’ve assembled a global team of the most driven, creative, and innovative people. At Check Point, our employees are redefining the security landscape by meeting our customers’ real-time needs and providing our cutting-edge technologies and services to an ever-growing customer base.

Check Point Software Technologies has been honored by Time Magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies and Newsweek’s list of Americas Best Cybersecurity Companies. We've also earned a spot on the Forbes list of the World’s Best Places to Work for five consecutive years and recognized as one of the World’s Top Female-Friendly Companies. If you're passionate about making the world a safer place and want to be part of an award-winning company culture, we invite you to join us.

Job Description

The Sales Engineer will report to the Sales Engineering Lead and be an integral part of the sales process. A Sales Engineer leads the end-to-end technical process, from requirements gathering and solution design to implementation, oversight and ongoing support. These professionals bridge the gap between business needs and technology capabilities by translating business requirements into technical specifications and designing comprehensive solutions that meet organizational objectives. 

  • Technical Leadership: The Sales Engineer plays a key technical leadership role, partnering closely with the customer’s SecOps teams to tailor solutions that precisely address their unique security challenges and operational requirements.
  • Support the sales team on prospect conference calls and onsite visits by providing product demonstrations, responding to technical questions and explaining features in the context of solving the prospects’ business problems.
  • Plan, manage and execute prospect POVs (Proof Of Value). Hands-On troubleshooting and installation of product is required.
  • Lead technical response to RFPs and RFIs by writing clear responses to commonly asked questions and gathering answers from other internal technical experts.
  • Participate as a technical resource at any/all prospect meetings, seminars and events.
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience as a Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer, or in a similar customer-facing technical role, preferably in the cybersecurity domain.
  • Proven track record of leading end-to-end technical engagements - from discovery and requirements gathering through hands-on implementation, POCs/POVs, and post-sale support.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise network and security architecture (e.g., firewalls, EDR, XDR, SIEM/SOC workflows, vulnerability management).
  • Experience delivering technical product demos and presenting to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Hands-on experience with product deployment and troubleshooting in customer environments.
  • Excellent time management, multi-tasking, prioritization skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Nice to have:

  • Familiarity with threat exposure management platforms or risk-based vulnerability management tools.
  • Background working with or for MSSPs, enterprise IT, or security operations teams.

Must be eligible to work in country of residence without sponsorship now or in the future.

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