As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn't changed - we're here to stop breaches, and we've redefined modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We're always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

CrowdStrike is seeking for a Channel Solution Architect to cover India and SAARC region. You will support a team of Alliances managers and their Solutions Providers and Managed Service partners, educating them on the value of CrowdStrike's security platform and ensuring they will be technically ready to act as an extension of our internal technical and sales team. In this role you will build trusted relationships by articulating the next-gen cloud-delivered workload protection approach advantages and how traditional security solutions are failing, delivering compelling technical and sales training sessions, and driving initiatives to strengthen our partners offerings to ensure continual growth.

As a CrowdStrike Channel Solution Architect you will be part of the team responsible for changing what our partners and the security market believe is possible with a next-generation endpoint security platform.

What You'll Do:

Work closely with Alliance Managers to ensure the mutual growth of CrowdStrike business with Solution Providers and Managed Service partners
Build relationships with our partner key technical and sales staff and develop as the trusted resource to support the CrowdStrike solution selling
Technically enable partners to effectively pitch, position the value, demo, deploy and support active testing of current and new CrowdStrike solutions and ensure continual education for key partner staff
Drive partners to achieve technical independence by effectively leveraging available partner resources, like the partner portal, scripted demo tools, compliant usage of NFR environments, POC / POV, etc.
Consult on Partner Performance and provide technical enablement efforts to help partner in exceeding quarterly assigned quota
Lead partners to achieve and exceed accreditation and certification requirements
Consult with partners on effective testing and POC/POV methodologies providing guidance on the latest attacker methodologies, competitive landscape, industry news, and market development in the region
Ensure partners knows how to identify, qualify, and lead joint opportunities with CrowdStrike and assist partner presales technical teams with opportunity guidance and resources when necessary to support partner-led business
Participate in partner events such as conferences, lunch & learns, and other sponsored events, driving to lead demos and hands-on sessions wherever possible
Utilize technology integrations in the partner's portfolio to create additional paths to growth
Identify and develop opportunities to enable partner-led and/or co-branded professional services
Act as liaison between partners and CrowdStrike Sales/SE teams to overcome obstacles, assist with deal cycle, and identify opportunity for partners to add value

What You'll Need:

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment on multiple engagements with the ability to work autonomously, establish clear priorities and focus on objectives with minimal supervision
Self-motivated and excellent organisational skills
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and presentation skills, for both restricted or wider groups with the ability to adapt the message to the audience
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to analyse complex scenarios and use a systematic approach to gain quick resolution
Technical knowledge in relevant areas for the CrowdStrike business, such as endpoint security (including anti-virus solutions), Cloud Workload infrastructure, incident response, computer forensics, network administration & management, identity protection, zero-trust, MDR/XDR and data protection
A curious nature with a desire to learn and a competitive spirit.
Ability to travel to partner locations for events and business needs and in accordance with local health and safety authorities regulations.
Considerable proven experience in consulting or sales engineering, preferably in roles involving the generation of net new business through Channel Partners and Managed Service Providers.
Experience with large scale cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.
Experience with APIs and/or scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, and Bash
Experience with malware, threat intelligence, and sandbox analysis
Industry certifications such as CEH, CISSP, OSCP, SANS, etc.

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

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