Security Sales Engineer Jobs in California
Security Sales Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise cybersecurity, physical security systems, and cloud-based access control, with openings at every level from associate to principal. The heaviest hiring is in San Jose, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where established employers like Palo Alto Networks, Cisco, and Johnson Controls maintain large California presences and consistently fill these roles. Demand is strongest for engineers with expertise in zero-trust architecture, video surveillance infrastructure, and security information and event management platforms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
From Fivetran’s founding until now, our mission has remained the same: to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity. With Fivetran, customer data arrives in their warehouses, canonical and ready to query, with no engineering or maintenance required. We’re proud that more organizations continue to leverage our technology every day to become truly data-driven.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack for thousands of companies. We’re looking for a talented Sales Engineering Specialist - Security to join our global sales engineering specialist team. As a Sales Engineering Specialist focused on Security, you will work closely with our sales and field sales engineering teams to satisfy customers’ security needs. You will be responsible for providing timely responses to security questionnaires, engaging in customer-facing infosec calls, and collaborating with our internal SRE and Product teams focused on ensuring Fivetran’s platform security. This is a full-time position based remotely in the United States.
TECHNOLOGIES YOU’LL USE
In this role, you will be expected to have a strong understanding of the following technologies:
- Fivetran's data integration platform, deployment methods, and security features
- Cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
- Security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, data loss prevention systems, and encryption
- Containerization and orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker, and familiarity with hybrid and self-hosted deployment models
- Security and Data Privacy Compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI, HIPAA, HITRUST and GDPR
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Support our sales and field sales engineering teams with deep technical knowledge and understanding of Fivetran’s internal security operations, related platform features, and the security domain
- Deliver timely and accurate responses to prospect and customer security questionnaires utilizing internal tooling
- Work with Legal and AppSec to maintain internal libraries for use in security questionnaires
- Lead documentation and internal enablement efforts, helping to scale our specialist knowledge to the entire department
- Work closely with Fivetran’s Product and Engineering teams to ensure alignment of our solutions to our customer needs
- Engage directly with prospects and customers on security architecture reviews and compliance discussions, with increasing ownership over time
- Stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends in the security domain
SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 3+ years as a security administrator, backend engineer, field CISO, or IT services within an enterprise or similarly complex environment
- Extensive expertise with modern cloud and on-premise network architectures, connectivity mechanisms (SSH, Reverse SSH, VPN, PrivateLink), and data security
- Ability to effectively communicate Fivetran’s detailed security posture and influence security audiences at all levels
- Passion for data, security, analytics, and a philosophy of using technology to help solve business problems, including experience with using generative AI to accelerate and scale day-to-day workflows
- Experience with trust center management platforms and security questionnaire automation software
- Curiosity to learn and assimilate technical information quickly, enthusiasm to share and teach others
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, SQL, and Python is a plus
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $192,270—$240,337 USD
The compensation range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire compensation for the target position and level, and may include sales incentives or target bonuses depending on the role. Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Our job titles may span more than one career level. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, business need, market demands. The compensation range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your location during the hiring process.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance*
- Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
- RSU stock grants*
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.
*May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information
We’re honored to be valued at over $5.6 billion, but more importantly, we’re proud of our core values of Get Stuck In, Do the Right Thing, and One Team, One Dream. Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world-class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.
To learn more about our candidate privacy policy, you can read our statement here.
We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don’t hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.
INTRODUCTION
From Fivetran’s founding until now, our mission has remained the same: to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity. With Fivetran, customer data arrives in their warehouses, canonical and ready to query, with no engineering or maintenance required. We’re proud that more organizations continue to leverage our technology every day to become truly data-driven.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack for thousands of companies. We’re looking for a talented Sales Engineering Specialist - Security to join our global sales engineering specialist team. As a Sales Engineering Specialist focused on Security, you will work closely with our sales and field sales engineering teams to satisfy customers’ security needs. You will be responsible for providing timely responses to security questionnaires, engaging in customer-facing infosec calls, and collaborating with our internal SRE and Product teams focused on ensuring Fivetran’s platform security. This is a full-time position based remotely in the United States.
TECHNOLOGIES YOU’LL USE
In this role, you will be expected to have a strong understanding of the following technologies:
- Fivetran's data integration platform, deployment methods, and security features
- Cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
- Security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, data loss prevention systems, and encryption
- Containerization and orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker, and familiarity with hybrid and self-hosted deployment models
- Security and Data Privacy Compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI, HIPAA, HITRUST and GDPR
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Support our sales and field sales engineering teams with deep technical knowledge and understanding of Fivetran’s internal security operations, related platform features, and the security domain
- Deliver timely and accurate responses to prospect and customer security questionnaires utilizing internal tooling
- Work with Legal and AppSec to maintain internal libraries for use in security questionnaires
- Lead documentation and internal enablement efforts, helping to scale our specialist knowledge to the entire department
- Work closely with Fivetran’s Product and Engineering teams to ensure alignment of our solutions to our customer needs
- Engage directly with prospects and customers on security architecture reviews and compliance discussions, with increasing ownership over time
- Stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends in the security domain
SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 3+ years as a security administrator, backend engineer, field CISO, or IT services within an enterprise or similarly complex environment
- Extensive expertise with modern cloud and on-premise network architectures, connectivity mechanisms (SSH, Reverse SSH, VPN, PrivateLink), and data security
- Ability to effectively communicate Fivetran’s detailed security posture and influence security audiences at all levels
- Passion for data, security, analytics, and a philosophy of using technology to help solve business problems, including experience with using generative AI to accelerate and scale day-to-day workflows
- Experience with trust center management platforms and security questionnaire automation software
- Curiosity to learn and assimilate technical information quickly, enthusiasm to share and teach others
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, SQL, and Python is a plus
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $192,270—$240,337 USD
The compensation range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire compensation for the target position and level, and may include sales incentives or target bonuses depending on the role. Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Our job titles may span more than one career level. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, business need, market demands. The compensation range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your location during the hiring process.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance*
- Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
- RSU stock grants*
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.
*May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information
We’re honored to be valued at over $5.6 billion, but more importantly, we’re proud of our core values of Get Stuck In, Do the Right Thing, and One Team, One Dream. Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world-class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.
To learn more about our candidate privacy policy, you can read our statement here.
We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don’t hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.
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Security Sales Engineer Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Upwind Security3
- Armis1
- Dgn Technologies1
- Fivetran1
- Impact Networking1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software7
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Cybersecurity2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security sales engineer jobs across California.
- Active CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification recognized in California enterprise hiring
- Three or more years of technical presales or solutions engineering experience in cybersecurity
- Proven ability to deliver technical product demonstrations to enterprise and government clients
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, endpoint protection, or network security products
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for proposals, RFP responses, and client presentations
Security Sales Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security sales engineer in California?
Most California employers expect a technical foundation in IT or cybersecurity combined with customer-facing experience. A bachelor's degree in computer science or information systems is the standard starting point, followed by industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or vendor-specific credentials from Cisco or Palo Alto Networks. California does not require a state-issued license for this role, but demonstrated presales or solutions engineering experience in a security context is typically required before hiring.
How much do security sales engineers make in California?
Security sales engineers in California earn a median of about $139,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,850 for the lowest 10% to over $213,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security sales engineers in California?
Employers hiring security sales engineers in California right now include Upwind Security, Armis, and Dgn Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of enterprise technology headquarters and large government contractors makes it one of the more consistent states for ongoing security sales engineer openings.
Which California cities have the most security sales engineer jobs?
San Francisco, Anaheim, and California have the most security sales engineer openings in California. San Jose and the broader Bay Area anchor demand through the concentration of cybersecurity vendors and enterprise technology firms headquartered there, while Los Angeles draws openings from media, aerospace, and large financial services firms, and San Diego's defense and biotech sectors drive a steady share of the region's listings.
Are there remote security sales engineer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most technical roles, because much of the work involves virtual product demonstrations, video-based discovery calls, and proposal development that translate well to remote settings. About 38% of security sales engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the field's shift toward digital-first presales. The parts of the role most commonly done remotely are product demos and technical proposal writing, while on-site visits remain common for enterprise account closings.
How can I get hired as a security sales engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a technical support, network operations, or IT administrator role into a junior solutions engineer or sales engineer associate position. Large California-based technology employers including Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, and CrowdStrike run associate systems engineer and early-career presales programs that accept candidates without direct sales experience. Earning a CompTIA Security+ certification before applying signals foundational knowledge and gives candidates a concrete edge when competing against others who lack direct presales history.
Where can I find and apply to security sales engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to security sales engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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