Channel Marketing Specialist

About Us

Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AI-optimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pure-play Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos’ complete portfolio includes industry-leading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, market-leading Taegis XDR/MDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), next-gen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations worldwide from phishing, ransomware, data theft, other every day and state-sponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and real-time threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.

Role Summary

Sophos is seeking a Channel Marketing Specialist to join our North America channel marketing team. At Sophos, we put partners at the center of how we go to market, and this role plays an important part in supporting programs that help our reseller partners, MSPs, and MSSPs drive growth while protecting customers from today’s evolving cyber threats.

This is an execution-focused, hands-on role that supports channel marketing initiatives across the U.S. and Canada. You’ll work closely with Channel Marketing Managers, Channel Sales, Field Marketing, and cross-functional teams to coordinate webinars, partner communications, events, and demand generation programs that drive engagement and pipeline.

This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. Success in this position looks like well-executed programs, seamless coordination, strong internal collaboration, and measurable support of partner-driven pipeline initiatives.

Sophos offers a supportive, growth-oriented culture with a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and internal career development—making this a strong opportunity to build foundational channel marketing expertise in cybersecurity.

This role reports to the Director of Channel Marketing, North America.

What You Will Do

• Support execution of North America channel marketing programs including webinars, partner campaigns, virtual events, in-person events, and enablement initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics for partner-facing webinars and events, including scheduling, speaker coordination, promotional communications, and post-event follow-up.
• Draft and distribute partner communications such as email campaigns, event invitations, program updates, and enablement announcements.
• Collaborate with Channel Marketing Managers and Channel Sales to support joint marketing initiatives with partners.
• Assist with MDF and budget tracking, documentation, and performance reporting to ensure accurate measurement and compliance.
• Maintain project plans and timelines using tools such as Asana or similar platforms to ensure smooth execution across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Track and report on program performance metrics including registrations, attendance, engagement, and pipeline contribution.
• Use AI-powered tools and automation to streamline communications, reporting, and workflow efficiency.
• Support cross-functional coordination with product marketing, field marketing, sales development, and corporate marketing to ensure alignment and consistency across partner programs.
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, partner engagement tactics, and execution efficiency.
• Expected travel: up to 10–15%

What You Will Bring

• 2–4 years of experience in marketing, channel marketing, field marketing, event marketing, or related areas.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience supporting marketing campaigns, webinars, or events from planning through execution.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to draft clear, professional partner-facing communications.
• Comfort working with marketing and CRM tools such as Salesforce, PowerBI, Asana, or similar platforms.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to track performance metrics and support reporting.
• Collaborative attitude and ability to work effectively with sales and marketing stakeholders.
• Interest in cybersecurity and eagerness to grow within a partner-first go-to-market model.
• BA/BS in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.

In Canada, the base salary for this role ranges from $65,000 to $108,000. In the United States, the base salary for this role ranges from $71,000 to $119,000. In addition to base salary, we offer additional  compensation including bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package.  A candidate’s specific pay within this range will depend on a variety of factors, including job-related skills, training, location, experience, relevant education, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.  

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At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What's Great About Sophos?

·   Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.

·   Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit

·   Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy

·   Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities

·   Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint

·   Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp

·   Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge 

·   Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment To You

We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity.   We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team.  All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation.  We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know. 

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