Forward Deployed Engineer (L4)

## About the Role As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Symmetry Systems, you will be at the forefront of securing data and AI solutions for clients. Your primary responsibility will be to lead technical discovery, pilots, and deployments, ensuring that clients' data is protected from misuse and cyber threats. You will work closely with the sales team to build trust and momentum with clients, providing technical expertise and guidance throughout the engagement process. The role requires a unique blend of technical, business, and interpersonal skills. You will need to be able to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, while also being able to dive deep into the technical details of data security and AI. Your ability to work in ambiguous situations, set direction, and make trade-offs will be essential in this role. Symmetry Systems is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will be part of a team that is passionate about delivering cutting-edge solutions to clients. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of technologies, including AWS, Azure, and GCP, and to develop your skills in data security, DSPM, and cloud security posture management. ## What You Will Do - Lead technical discovery to map clients' data and identity reality, including key data stores, flows, access patterns, and risk hotspots - Drive successful pilots and proofs of concept from blank slate to measurable value, including success criteria, implementation plans, and executive-ready outcomes - Deploy, integrate, and make it real: design and implement secure deployments across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments - Integrate Symmetry into client ecosystems, including identity systems, data platforms, and security tooling - Translate data security posture and identity risk signals into prioritized remediation plans, including least privilege, dormant access reduction, and anomalous activity response - Partner with Sales to run technical workshops, threat and risk reviews, and architecture sessions that build trust and momentum - Handle hard questions about how Symmetry's solutions work in real environments and about long-term outcome arcs - Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, deployment guides, and troubleshooting manuals - Collaborate with the product team to provide feedback on Symmetry's solutions and to help shape the product roadmap - Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in data security, AI, and cloud technologies, and apply this knowledge to improve Symmetry's solutions and services ## What We Are Looking For - 5 or more years of experience in roles such as Forward Deployed Engineer, Solutions Architect, hands-on Sales Engineer, Customer Engineer, Security Engineer, or similar - Deep technical delivery experience, rather than presentation-only responsibilities - Ability to lead technical engagements with enterprise clients across security, data, platform, and executive stakeholders - Fluency across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including IAM concepts, networking fundamentals, logging and audit patterns, and deploying production-grade services - Comfort working with modern data ecosystems and the realities of data sprawl across warehouses, lakes, object stores, and SaaS platforms - Strong debugging and systems thinking skills, with the ability to isolate root cause from ambiguous symptoms and communicate clearly while unblocking teams - Ability to write code or scripts when needed, for example in Python, Go, or TypeScript, and to reason deeply about APIs and integrations - Ability to set direction in ambiguous situations, make trade-offs, and keep clients and internal teams aligned - Strong relationship skills and executive presence with calm, clear communication and high trust under pressure ## Nice to Have - Experience in data security, DSPM, cloud security posture management, identity and access management, or related fields - Knowledge of AI and machine learning technologies, including generative AI and natural language processing - Familiarity with DevOps tools, such as Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes - Experience with agile development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban ## Benefits and Perks - Competitive salary and benefits package - Opportunities for career growth and professional development - Collaborative and dynamic work environment - Flexible working hours and remote work options - Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools - Recognition and reward for outstanding performance - Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs - Generous paid time off and holiday leave

- Tip: Develop a strong understanding of cloud security and data protection principles, including IAM, networking, and logging.

• Tip: Showcase your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and highlight your experience with client-facing technical roles.
• Tip: Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with technical discovery, pilots, and deployments, and explain how you handle ambiguous situations and make trade-offs.
• Tip: Research Symmetry Systems' solutions and services, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the company's mission and goals.
• Tip: Emphasize your ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and highlight your experience with agile development methodologies and DevOps tools.
• Tip: Prepare to discuss your experience with data security, DSPM, and cloud security posture management, and explain how you stay up-to-date with the latest developments in these fields.
• Tip: Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with code and scripting, and explain how you reason about APIs and integrations.