Radware
Pre-Sales Systems Engineer - Financial Services
Radware, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Pre-Sales Security Engineer – DDoS & Application Security
About the job:
Are you ready to be on the front line of cybersecurity's AI era?
As a Sales Engineer at Radware (NASDAQ: RDWR), you'll protect organizations from AI-driven DDoS attacks, sophisticated bot threats, and multi-vector assaults that are growing more complex every day. If you're energized by turning cutting-edge security tech into solutions that genuinely protect businesses, we want to talk.
Radware is a global leader in DDoS mitigation, application security, and cloud security solutions. Our customers depend on us when attacks spike, when applications need protection, and when their digital infrastructure is under siege. You'll be the technical expert who shows them why Radware is their best defense.
With a focus on the financial vertical, this position will cover some of Radware’s largest customers in the banking, capital markets, and insurance field. As a vital member of the regional sales team, you will be instrumental in driving sales success within the financial sector by leveraging your technical expertise and delivering compelling solution positioning.
What You'll Do:
Solve real security problems: Analyze customer environments, identify vulnerabilities, and map solutions to their specific threats and compliance needs
Demo with impact: Show (don't just tell) how Radware stops attacks that competitors miss—make the complex simple and compelling
Own the technical sale: Lead PoCs, architecture discussions, and competitive evaluations from discovery through close
Shape the product: Your frontline insights directly influence our roadmap—product and engineering teams want to hear from you
Stay sharp: Master emerging threats from AI-powered attacks to API exploits, Zero Trust architectures, and cloud security challenges
Must Have:
5+ years in pre-sales for network or application security solutions
Hands-on experience with DDoS mitigation, WAFs, or API security technologies
Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSL/TLS, routing protocols)
Can explain complex security concepts to both engineers and C-level executives
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
Flexibility to travel 20-25% based on business needs
Nice to Have:
Experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security tools
Understanding of AI/ML in cybersecurity—both as a threat vector and defensive capability
Some scripting skills for demos and PoCs
Security certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CCIE, Security+, CEH, AWS Certified Security, Azure Security Engineer
Why Join Radware:
Work with enterprise and government customers facing nation-state level threats
Access to Radware's world-class threat research team and real-time attack intelligence
Directly influence product development—your customer insights shape what we build next
Collaborate with a team that's passionate about stopping the attacks that matter most
Comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth
Location: Remote – US / Preferred: Central/West
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and let's talk about how you can help organizations defend against tomorrow's threats today.
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As a Sales Engineer at Radware (NASDAQ: RDWR), you'll protect organizations from AI-driven DDoS attacks, sophisticated bot threats, and multi-vector assaults that are growing more complex every day. If you're energized by turning cutting-edge security tech into solutions that genuinely protect businesses, we want to talk.
Radware is a global leader in DDoS mitigation, application security, and cloud security solutions. Our customers depend on us when attacks spike, when applications need protection, and when their digital infrastructure is under siege. You'll be the technical expert who shows them why Radware is their best defense.
With a focus on the financial vertical, this position will cover some of Radware’s largest customers in the banking, capital markets, and insurance field. As a vital member of the regional sales team, you will be instrumental in driving sales success within the financial sector by leveraging your technical expertise and delivering compelling solution positioning.
What You'll Do:
Solve real security problems: Analyze customer environments, identify vulnerabilities, and map solutions to their specific threats and compliance needs
Demo with impact: Show (don't just tell) how Radware stops attacks that competitors miss—make the complex simple and compelling
Own the technical sale: Lead PoCs, architecture discussions, and competitive evaluations from discovery through close
Shape the product: Your frontline insights directly influence our roadmap—product and engineering teams want to hear from you
Stay sharp: Master emerging threats from AI-powered attacks to API exploits, Zero Trust architectures, and cloud security challenges
Must Have:
5+ years in pre-sales for network or application security solutions
Hands-on experience with DDoS mitigation, WAFs, or API security technologies
Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSL/TLS, routing protocols)
Can explain complex security concepts to both engineers and C-level executives
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
Flexibility to travel 20-25% based on business needs
Nice to Have:
Experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security tools
Understanding of AI/ML in cybersecurity—both as a threat vector and defensive capability
Some scripting skills for demos and PoCs
Security certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CCIE, Security+, CEH, AWS Certified Security, Azure Security Engineer
Why Join Radware:
Work with enterprise and government customers facing nation-state level threats
Access to Radware's world-class threat research team and real-time attack intelligence
Directly influence product development—your customer insights shape what we build next
Collaborate with a team that's passionate about stopping the attacks that matter most
Comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth
Location: Remote – US / Preferred: Central/West
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and let's talk about how you can help organizations defend against tomorrow's threats today.
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