Sales Engineer Data Protection
@ Thales

Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
$120,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 20 hours ago

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About Sales Engineer Data Protection

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises in areas such as quantum applications, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and more. Headquartered in Seoul, Korea, Thales has been supporting local industry since 1983 in defence, civil aviation, digital identity and space sectors.

Role Overview

As a Sales Engineer based in South Korea, you will provide pre-sales technical support for Thales DIS CSP authentication products within your assigned territory. You will support the sales team by identifying opportunities, delivering technical presentations, and troubleshooting post-sales support issues to ensure high customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the sales team to identify, qualify, and quantify opportunities.
  • Provide pre-sales technical support for assigned products.
  • Deliver accurate sales presentations and support RFI/RFP responses.
  • Offer field support for critical post-sales issues.
  • Develop customer and partner relationships.
  • Provide feedback and market intelligence.
  • Represent Thales at conferences and trade shows.

Key Knowledge And Experience

  • Understanding of information security principles including cryptography and network security.
  • Experience in solution integration and application development.
  • Knowledge of databases (e.g., Oracle, MS SQL, DB2) and cloud technologies.
  • Familiarity with encryption, tokenization, virtualization and compliance standards (PCI, GDPR).
  • Experience with web servers and system administration in Windows/Linux.
  • Fluency in Korean and English is required.
  • Bachelor degree in MIS, Computing or similar field.
  • Minimum 5 years technical IT experience, with at least 3 years in a customer facing role.
  • Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISA) are a plus.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Information Security
  • Pre-sales Support
  • Technical Sales
  • Customer Relationship
  • Presentation Skills
  • Database Knowledge
  • Cloud Technologies
  • Virtualization
  • Compliance Standards
  • Communication

How to Get Hired at Thales

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor your experience to pre-sales and IT skills.
  • Highlight certifications: Emphasize cybersecurity or database credentials.
  • Research Thales: Understand their technology and market presence.
  • Prepare technical demos: Practice product presentations and solution pitches.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review security protocols and cryptography basics.
Practice technical demos for product pitches.
Study cloud and database integration fundamentals.
Brush up on Windows and Linux administration skills.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging sales support case.
Explain how you build customer trust.
Discuss a time you handled technical conflict.
Share how you manage multi-tasking responsibilities.

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