Shape the Future of Cybersecurity at Forescout
Every day cyberattacks threaten to disrupt hospitals, power grids, financial systems, and the infrastructure we all depend on. At Forescout, we build defenses that keep civilization running smoothly in an increasingly connected world.
For more than 25 years, Fortune 100 organizations, government agencies, and large enterprises have trusted Forescout as their foundation to manage cyber risk, ensure compliance, and mitigate threats. From power grids and healthcare systems to financial networks and transportation hubs, Forescout protects the critical infrastructure of our modern world.
What You Will Do
At Forescout, we seek customer driven individuals who thrive on collaboration, embrace innovation, and are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. Working as one team, we anticipate emerging threats and create forward-thinking solutions that shape the future of cybersecurity. Join us and make a meaningful impact through your unique talents and perspective.
The Pre Sales Engineer is responsible for driving the technical strategy and execution across the sales cycle to support revenue growth, customer success, and solution adoption. This role requires a highly skilled technical expert with a strong background in cybersecurity or enterprise technology, and a passion for solving complex problems. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical knowledge, consultative engagement skills, and a collaborative mindset to position Forescout as the trusted partner in securing digital environments. By aligning customer needs with Forescout’s capabilities, the Pre Sales Systems Engineer plays a critical role in enabling sales success and long-term customer value.
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Educate customers and partners on Forescout’s modern security capabilities and the evolving threat landscape.
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Build deep, consultative relationships, becoming a trusted advisor who aligns Forescout’s solutions with the customer's business and technical objectives.
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Identify security challenges within customer environments and engage effectively across both technical and management stakeholders.
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Present Forescout’s value proposition, product roadmap, and strategy confidently to audiences ranging from engineers to executives.
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Deliver product demonstrations and technical presentations, both virtually and in-person, in collaboration with the sales team.
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Support customers through technical escalations, acting as a bridge between sales, support, and engineering teams to ensure successful resolution and customer satisfaction.
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Support technical pre-sales activities, identifying and qualifying new opportunities through to closure.
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Enable and collaborate with channel partners in a channel-centric sales model.
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Manage proof-of-concept (POC) activities, including test plan optimisation, configuration adjustments, and resolution of issues during evaluation.
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Assist with the development of POC environments and configurations, aligned with account team goals and resource availability.
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Support customers through technical escalations, ensuring a seamless experience.
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Achieve and maintain FSCA and FSCE certifications in designated technology areas.
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Stay actively current with Forescout’s 4D Platform and related technologies through ongoing training and enablement.
What You Will Bring To Forescout
Skills & Experience
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8+ years of experience in the IT industry, with 5+ years in a pre-sales or technical consulting role.
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Passion for cybersecurity solutions and enthusiasm for hands-on testing and customer engagement.
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Strong technical skills, presentation abilities, and written communication expertise.
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Ability to collaborate effectively across distributed teams in a global environment.
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Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, with a drive to deliver high-quality results.
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Experience translating requirements into best practice solutions that enhance user experiences.
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Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
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Willingness to take initiative, multitask effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience required.
What Forescout Offers You
At Forescout, visionary leadership, continuous learning, and career development are central to our success. Our diverse and inclusive culture empowers people to collaborate, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on global security while working with industry-leading technology. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, recognize those who take initiative and contribute fully, and provide exciting opportunities to grow alongside our business. Learn more at www.Forescout.com.
Our Mission
To continuously identify, protect, and ensure the compliance of all cyber assets across the modern organization.
Our Vision
A world where every cyber asset is seen, secure and compliant.
Our Cultural Values
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Cyber Obsessed – We are curious about technology, and we are innovative and passionate about solving big programs.
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Customer Driven – We listen, we learn, and we make it right.
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Collaborative, without Ego – No one succeeds alone. We strive to be the humble person that people want to work with.
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Relentless – We're smart, determined, and find a way. We figure stuff out.
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One Team – We all work together, and we all win together.
Our DEI Statement
At Forescout, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of background, experiences, and perspectives leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision making. We strive to create an environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively promote equal opportunities and fair treatment for all individuals, regardless of their race, religion, colour, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. By embracing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we aspire to build a successful culture where we work together and win together as One Team.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us.
If this opportunity intrigues you, we would love for you to apply!
Pre-Employment Screening and Verification
At Forescout, we are “Cyber Obsessed”. As a global cybersecurity company, we are committed to maintaining a secure environment for our customers, employees, and business operations. To support these efforts, candidates may be asked to complete job-related pre-employment screening and verification processes, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Depending on the role and location, these measures may include identity verification, employment verification, background screening, work authorization verification, and other lawful security-related checks. Forescout conducts these processes in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including privacy and data protection requirements, and obtains any required notices, authorizations, or consents before conducting such screenings.
Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
As part of our recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated decision-support tools to review applications, assess job-related qualifications, match candidates to role requirements, and coordinate interviews. These tools support, but do not replace, the judgment of qualified recruiters and hiring managers, who remain involved throughout the process. We use AI responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal governance standards.
Note to Employment Agencies
We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Forescout does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. Submissions made without a signed Employment Placement Agreement and an authorized search engagement for the specific position through our Talent Acquisition team will be considered unsolicited, and no placement fee will be paid.
