Cyber Security Solutions Sales Specialist

Service Line Sales Specialist Palo Alto Network Security Solutions

Cognizant is looking for a Service Line Sales Specialist Palo Alto Network Security Solutions to join the Cybersecurity Service Line to drive additional revenue growth specific to Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity solutions & services. Service Line Sales Executives, partner with Cognizant vertical and Cloud, Infrastructure and Security (CIS) sales teams to identify areas of opportunity to position Cybersecurity solutions and services, create compelling solutions to secure client estate and pursue Cybersecurity deals with innovative technical and commercial models.

The Service Line Specialist will provide deep expertise in one or more of Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity solutions & services. Supporting Cognizant's client account teams in vertical markets and their account expansion plans into new markets and business areas. SLS's are usually assigned into existing markets and some SLS' will also engage in new logo markets. The Specialist will be a "trusted advisor" to both the client and the Cognizant Client Partner blending strategic, tactical and 'street savvy' sales experience.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Palo Alto Networks Solutions and Services business growth and pipeline generation in partnership with the sales leaders and sales enablement within sales account teams.
• Partners with account teams to identify, solution and close opportunities within the account base
• Training and Educating Vertical and other Horizontal Sales team on Cognizant Security Portfolio
• Driving solutions for managed services opportunities collaborating with offshore based teams
• Articulating the Cybersecurity solution and value proposition to clients, as part of large managed services / IT outsourcing engagements
• Responsible for engaging in proactive conversations with security collaborators on current trends, client's landscape and enable solutions to address security challenges.
• Willing and able to travel approximately 30%

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years of overall experience and 10+ years of experience in Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity solutions related to Service sales, Program management, Technical Solution centric sales.
• Experience in working with one or more Cybersecurity technology solution companies and understanding of their solution portfolio such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Zscaler, Crowdstrike etc.
• Experience in articulating joint value proposition of Cognizant Security Services and Palo Alto Networks Solutions
• Work with GSI team of Palo Alto Networks to track pipeline, perform account planning and drive client conversations along with Palo Alto Networks account representatives.
• Experience in Security Consulting, Security Professional Services and Managed Services solution experience
• Experience in preparing solution presentations, proposals (word / ppt), statement of work, effort price estimation and pricing/commercial model
• Good working experience with market leading security technologies with in SIEM, Network and Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management etc.
• Ability to articulate technology solution value proposition to business collaborators, partners and team members
• Experience with developing Trusted Advisor relationships at the C Level with in F200 & F500 Accounts
• Works closely with other Cognizant practices and geographic regions to ensure that Cognizant continues to operate effectively as one firm.
• Strong Information Cybersecurity Technology Background
• Prior experience in presales solutioning and client management.
• Ability to partner with additional collaborators in a matrixed environment and provide inputs to offering development teams on market requirements to enable them to create innovative differentiated offerings
• Good communication skills in complex client relationship model
• Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Security certifications such as CISA or CISM or CISSP preferred
• Understanding of the Palo Alto Networks portfolios including Prisma SASE, Prisma Cloud, Cortex XDR, XSIAM, XSOAR and Strata platforms
• Experience in Large Opportunities management.
• Palo Alto Networks Certifications
• Master's Degree in Cyber Security/Networking or related field

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

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