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Sophos

Subscription-based cybersecurity for endpoints, networks, MDR

GSI and MSSP Channel Account Executive - System Integrators

Business Development & PartnershipsUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeRemote in JapanNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Seven or more years of experience in channel sales, alliances, or partner management within cybersecurity or enterprise technology.
  • Ability to recruit, onboard, and activate partners, build joint plans, and deliver partner-sourced pipeline.
  • Hands-on experience working with global system integrators, managed security service providers, managed service providers, or large solution providers in a revenue-focused capacity.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity solutions and services, including managed detection and response, endpoint detection and response/extended detection and response, managed security services, identity, and cloud security.
  • Business acumen and disciplined execution in pipeline management, forecasting hygiene, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Ability to operate in a global, matrixed environment with stakeholders across Japan and international teams.
  • Fluent Japanese is required.
  • A bachelor's degree is required; equivalent practical experience is also considered.

Responsibilities

  • Own partner plans for Japan-headquartered global system integrators and managed security service providers, including target account alignment, partner segmentation, and quarterly execution priorities.
  • Recruit new global system integrators and managed security service providers in Japan by identifying, qualifying, and onboarding partners aligned with the ideal partner profile and market strategy.
  • Develop and execute joint go-to-market plans with selected partners, including co-selling motions, campaigns, and partner-sourced pipeline generation.
  • Drive day-to-day partner execution, including opportunity registration, pipeline inspection, forecasting inputs, and removal of blockers across internal teams and partner stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain senior relationships with partner sales and delivery leadership, and serve as the primary coordination and escalation point for Japan-based partner engagements.
  • Coordinate partner enablement and readiness, including sales plays, certifications, and solution alignment, so partners can effectively position and deliver solutions in Japan.
  • Work with Japan sales leadership, global service provider teams, product, and marketing to align messaging, offers, and execution support for partner-led opportunities.
  • Track and report partner performance, including pipeline, bookings, attach, and recruitment progress, with clear, actionable updates and next steps.

Desired Qualifications

  • Business-level English is preferred.
  • An advanced degree is a plus.

About the Company

Sophos

Subscription-based cybersecurity for endpoints, networks, MDR

Sophos provides cybersecurity solutions for businesses, covering endpoint, network, and mobile security. Its products work through Sophos Central, a cloud-based console that unifies management of all security tools, plus MDR that monitors and responds to incidents. It differentiates itself by offering an integrated, single-vendor security stack across devices, networks, and mobile, all under one subscription with centralized management. The goal is to prevent digital threats and simplify security operations for organizations of all sizes.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Abingdon, United Kingdom
Founded
1985

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