Principal Strategist, Public Sector (Executive Engagements)

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Washington, DC, USA
In-Office
205K-282K Annually
Expert/Leader
Cloud • Security • Cybersecurity
At Wiz we’re helping customers prevent attacks aimed at stealing data from cloud infrastructure.
The Role
As Principal Strategist for the Public Sector at Wiz, you'll connect with high-level government executives to drive strategic initiatives and influence cloud security solutions, leveraging your extensive network and experience.
Summary Generated by Built In

Come join the company that is reinventing cloud security and empowering businesses to thrive in the cloud. As the fastest-growing startup ever, Wiz is on a mission to help organizations secure cloud environments that will accelerate their businesses. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent.  

Our Wizards from over 20 countries work together to protect the infrastructure of our hundreds of customers, including over 50% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re the leading player in a massive and growing market, but it’s still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow the best companies to move faster. 

The Mission

The Public Sector Strategy Team is the engine behind Wiz’s explosive growth in the government sector. As our footprint expands, we are seeking a Principal Strategist to serve as the primary executive bridge between Wiz and the Public Sector CISO community. This role isn't about managing configurations; it’s about opening doors, building high-level trust, and architecting the strategic pipeline necessary to maintain our market leadership.

Reporting to the World Wide Vice President of Public Sector Sales, you will act as a senior diplomat and "force multiplier" for our sales leadership, ensuring Wiz is the first name government executives think of for cloud security.

What You’ll Do
  • Executive Door Opening: Act as the strategic lead for "breaking into" new agencies and accounts, leveraging your existing network and executive presence to secure meetings with CISOs and Agency Directors.
  • Pipeline Architecture: Partner with Sales Leadership to identify high-value opportunities and design the "long-game" strategy to move them through the funnel via executive sponsorship.
  • Strategic CISO Advisor: Serve as a peer-level advisor to senior government leaders, helping them navigate high-level mandates (e.g., Executive Orders on Cybersecurity, Zero Trust transitions) without getting bogged down in product specs.
  • Market Influence & Thought Leadership: Represent Wiz at the highest levels of industry discourse—keynoting at major summits and participating in closed-door executive roundtables to position Wiz as the mission-critical standard.
  • Internal Strategic Link: Feed market intelligence back to the Product and Strategy teams to ensure our roadmap reflects the evolving procurement and security priorities of the US Government.
  • Partner Ecosystem Growth: Cultivate relationships with the leadership of major System Integrators (SIs) and CSPs to create collaborative "win-win" routes to market.
Who You Are
  • The Connected Strategist: 15+ years of experience navigating the State and Local Goernment , with a deep Rolodex of contacts and a reputation for integrity.
  • Revenue-Driven Mindset: You understand that technical vision is only as good as the pipeline it generates. You have a proven track record of influencing large-scale enterprise deals.
  • Master of Executive Communication: You can translate complex security trends into business and mission risk discussions that resonate with a non-technical Agency Head or CFO.
  • Navigational Expert: You possess a sophisticated understanding of Public Sector procurement cycles and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, CMMC) from a strategic perspective.
  • Self-Starter & Diplomat: You thrive in unstructured environments and know how to build consensus across Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to drive a unified go-to-market front.
Requirements
  • Location: Preferred proximity to the DMV area (DC, Maryland, Virginia) for face-to-face executive engagement.
  • Travel: Up to 35% for high-stakes customer meetings and industry events.
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is required.

Candidates must meet EAR part 772 and ITAR 120.15 definition of a U.S. person (Any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (green card holder); or any individual who is granted status as a “protected person”) and that they reside in the contiguous United States.


Compensation + Benefits 

Compensation for this full-time position includes base salary + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below.

US Base Pay Range
$204,800$281,600 USD

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Wiz will process your personal data in accordance with Wiz's Privacy Policy.

Skills Required

  • 15+ years of experience in State and Local Government
  • Proven track record of influencing large-scale enterprise deals
  • Sophisticated understanding of Public Sector procurement cycles and compliance frameworks
  • Expertise in executive communication and translating security trends into business discussions
  • U.S. Citizenship is required

Wiz Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay bands for remote roles are described as mid–six figures, with additional compensation such as bonuses, commissions, and profit sharing also referenced. Compensation for senior and revenue-linked roles is portrayed as substantial relative to typical tech benchmarks.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as robust, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, disability, mental health benefits, and access to flexible spending accounts. The breadth of coverage indicates a comprehensive baseline benefits offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off policies are framed as flexible, including an unlimited/flexible PTO approach alongside paid holidays and sick time. Flexibility is reinforced by remote programs and a home-office stipend as part of the broader rewards package.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
700 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Every day there’s another cyber-attack on the news. Hackers stole twenty million credit card numbers from a retailer, or they shut down an oil pipeline, or crippled a hospital. These attacks are more than just disruptive; they’re big business for organized crime and rogue states. Wiz is here to prevent them from happening where companies and governments build applications today -- in the cloud. From Barclays to Home Depot, Wiz helps the biggest organizations in the world protect their Amazon, Microsoft, and Google cloud environments. We have only been selling the product for six months, and so far, 10% of the Fortune 500 already use Wiz. But this is just the beginning. Come join the fastest growing enterprise software company in history in one of the fastest growing industries -- the cloud -- and help us make cloud a safe place where creativity and innovative ideas can flourish.

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