Field CTO – Public Sector

Claroty

. Lead, coach, and recruit a high-performing Public Sector solution engineering team .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading and mentoring high-performing solution engineering teams within the Public Sector, with a strong focus on cybersecurity compliance and technical enablement. Possesses hands-on expertise in networks, database architecture, and federal procurement processes, complemented by relevant cybersecurity certifications.

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Technical Management ExperienceCybersecurity Standards ExpertisePublic Sector Acquisition KnowledgeActive Security ClearanceRelevant Cybersecurity Certifications

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Hard Skills

NetworksDatabase ArchitectureTroubleshootingCybersecurity StandardsZero-Trust ArchitectureTechnical Evaluation ProcessesPublic Sector ComplianceGSA ScheduleOT/ICS/CPS EnvironmentsSales Targets

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsExecutive InfluencingMentoringCross-Departmental Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISACISMGICSPISA99 Cybersecurity

Industry Keywords

Federal Cybersecurity FrameworksNIST CSFNIST SP 800-53FISMAFedRAMPCJISCMMCDoD Zero Trust ArchitectureIEC 62443Government Contract Vehicles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and recruit a high-performing Public Sector solution engineering team
Partner with sales leaders, GMs, and partners to drive pre-sales strategy, achieve quotas, and optimize team performance metrics
Serve as executive solution architect and trusted advisor to agency leaders and prime contractors
Align Claroty solutions with complex Federal and SLED cybersecurity and compliance needs
Channel field feedback and threat intelligence to Product Management
Drive selling across government contract vehicles such as GSA and SEWP
Represent Claroty as a thought leader at public sector events
Partner on critical customer escalations
Design ATO acceleration strategies
Lead technical enablement for internal teams, partners, and agency customers
Drive regional technical pre-sales operations
Architect enterprise zero-trust architectures
Mentor solution engineers across Federal, tribal, and SLED accounts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 7+ years of experience as a technical manager, Solutions Engineering leader, or Field CTO in a cybersecurity product company or Public Sector practice
Hands-on technical expertise in networks, database architecture, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity standards
Deep understanding of Public Sector acquisition processes, Federal procurement cycles, RFP/RFI/RFP responses, government contract vehicles (e.g., GSA Schedule), and systems integrator / prime contractor partnerships
Exceptional communication, presentation, and executive-influencing skills with a focus on inclusive language and cross-departmental collaboration
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and build diverse teams while managing complex POCs, technical evaluation processes, and sales targets from plan to close
Experience with OT/ICS/CPS environments, mission work methods, and operational culture in Federal, DoD, or SLED agencies
Active security clearance (e.g., Secret, TS/SCI) or eligibility to obtain one
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM, GICSP, ISA99 Cybersecurity)
Strong working knowledge of key Federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards, including NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP, CJIS, CMMC, DoD Zero Trust Architecture, and IEC 62443

Benefits

Comp & perks

Approximately 25–35% travel required for customer meetings, agency briefings, and industry events
Equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment
Special accommodations available upon request in all selection phases