# Security Sales Engineer - SLED/Public Sector at Tenable

- Company: Tenable
- What the company does: The leader in exposure management and AI security, Tenable cybersecurity solutions reduce cyber risk across IT, OT, cloud, identity & hybrid attack surfaces. Backed by Accel and Insight.
- Company website: http://www.tenable.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: US - Remote - Austin - Texas
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-09-02
- Apply by: 2026-10-17
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/tenableinc/jobs/5414481008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/tenable-security-sales-engineer-sled-public-sector/

## About the role

Ask a member of our team and they’ll answer, “Our people!” We work together to build and innovate best-in-class cybersecurity solutions for our customers; all while creating a culture of belonging, respect, and excellence where we can be our best selves. When you’re part of our #OneTenable team, you can expect to partner with some of the most talented and passionate people in the industry, and have the support and resources you need to do work that truly matters.

## What they're looking for

- Customer Empathy & Credibility: A natural instinct for customer empathy, earning trust through thorough preparation, accountability, and good judgment
- Curiosity & Coachability: High technical curiosity, the ability to learn quickly, and the humility to receive coaching while taking personal initiative to keep developing
- Team Player: A collaborative, team-first attitude focused on supporting colleagues and building shared success
- Compliance Awareness: Familiarity with relevant public sector compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., CIS, NIST, State-specific regulations, GovRAMP, FedRAMP)

Tags: Security Engineering