Director, Sales Engineering - East

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The Role
Leads and develops a regional Solutions Engineering team responsible for technical pre-sales, enterprise product demonstrations, proof-of-concept engagements, and customer solution strategy. Partners with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, Customer Success, and Professional Services to drive adoption of Saviynt’s identity security platform. Requires expertise in identity governance, access management, cloud security, enterprise architecture, executive communication, and team leadership.
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Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com.

Lead and inspire a team dedicated to technical pre-sales excellence at Saviynt, driving the adoption of our AI-powered identity security platform. You'll shape how customers understand and implement solutions that are critical to their security and compliance, directly impacting revenue growth and customer success. This is your chance to be a strategic leader in a fast-growing, innovative company.

What will you be doing:

    - Guide and develop a high-performing Solutions Engineering team, fostering a culture of technical expertise and customer advocacy.
    - Drive the technical strategy for pre-sales engagements, ensuring solutions are precisely tailored to complex customer needs in identity governance and cloud security.
    - Oversee the creation and delivery of compelling product demonstrations and Proofs of Concept (POCs), leveraging deep product knowledge to showcase Saviynt's unique value.
    - Collaborate closely with Sales Directors and Account Executives to identify customer opportunities and develop winning technical strategies.
    - Contribute to the refinement of Saviynt's go-to-market approach by gathering customer feedback and sharing insights with Product Management and Marketing.
    - Support the development of technical content, including white papers and solution briefs, to further establish Saviynt as a thought leader in the identity security space.
    - Ensure seamless handoffs to Customer Success and Professional Services teams, promoting customer satisfaction throughout the entire lifecycle.

Why you'll love this role:

    - Get energized by building and mentoring talented technical teams to achieve ambitious goals.
    - Care deeply about helping customers solve their most complex security and compliance challenges.

    - Enjoy the challenge of translating intricate technical concepts into clear, impactful business value.
    - Thrive in a dynamic environment where you can influence product direction and market strategy.
    - Find satisfaction in being a trusted advisor to both internal teams and external clients.

What you bring:

    - Deep expertise in identity governance, access management, and cloud security principles.
    - Proven ability to understand and articulate the technical architecture of complex enterprise software solutions.
    - Familiarity with modern cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security implications.
    - Experience with security best practices and compliance frameworks relevant to enterprise IT.

    - Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging and influencing executives.
    - Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a knack for dissecting complex issues.
    - Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with a focus on development and motivation.
    - Ability to foster strong relationships and collaborate effectively across diverse teams and customer organizations.

Qualifications:

    - A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, or related fields, with a proven track record in senior leadership and pre-sales consulting roles.
    - Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
    - Relevant certifications such as ISACA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, or Google Cloud Security Engineer are a plus.
    - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and lead initiatives that contribute to business growth and operational efficiency.
    - Willingness to travel domestically up to 50%.

Benefits:

    - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
    - 401K
    - Unlimited PTO
    - Sick Time
    - Employee Recognition Programs
    - Team Socials

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, learning and tremendous opportunities to grow and advance in your career. At Saviynt, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and final compensation decisions are dependent on many factors including, but are not limited to location; skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other relevant business and organizational needs. 

 

You may also be eligible to participate in a Saviynt discretionary bonus plan, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.


Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!

Security & Compliance
This role requires adherence to Saviynt’s information security and privacy policies and procedures, including annual security training.

Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Skills Required

  • At least 15 years of experience in cloud security, identity and access management, or related fields
  • Proven senior leadership and pre-sales consulting experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
  • Deep expertise in identity governance, access management, and cloud security principles
  • Experience understanding and articulating complex enterprise software architectures
  • Familiarity with AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud environments
  • Experience with enterprise security best practices and compliance frameworks
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including executive engagement
  • Strategic thinking and complex problem-solving abilities
  • Leadership, team-building, development, and motivation skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and customer organizations
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead business-growth initiatives
  • Willingness to travel domestically up to 50%
  • ISACA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, or Google Cloud Security Engineer certification

Saviynt Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Saviynt and has not been reviewed or approved by Saviynt.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited PTO, generous parental leave, paid holidays, and periodic mental health days point to a wide range of time‑off options. These policies are positioned to support rest and balance when teams can make use of them.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided alongside options like FSAs, reflecting comprehensive core health benefits. Affordability and plan quality are often highlighted as positives.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with employer contributions is available, reinforcing long‑term financial security. This complements equity and ESPP elements within total rewards.

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The Company
HQ: El Segundo, CA
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

Saviynt’s Enterprise Identity Cloud helps modern enterprises scale cloud initiatives and solve the toughest security and compliance challenges in record time. The company brings together identity governance (IGA), granular application access, cloud security, and privileged access to secure the entire business ecosystem and provide a frictionless user experience.

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