Cohesity is a leader in AI-powered data security and management. Aided by an extensive ecosystem of partners, Cohesity makes it easy to secure, protect, manage, and get value from data — across the data center, edge, and cloud. Cohesity helps organizations defend against cybersecurity threats with comprehensive data security and management capabilities, including immutable backup snapshots, AI-based threat detection, monitoring for malicious behavior, and rapid recovery at scale. We’ve been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and have been globally recognized for Innovation, Product Strength, and Simplicity in Design. Join us on our mission to shape the future of our industry. Director, Strategic Global Alliances The sales team at Cohesity is on a mission to help organizations around the world find limitless value from their data. We are looking to expand our Global Alliances team, and we are seeking a highly motivated and expert Director of Strategic Alliances. In this role, you will serve as the strategic lead and joint business leader for Cohesity's OEM HPE partnership. As a leader on the Global Alliances team, you will plan, build, and drive partnerships that deliver benefits to Cohesity, our OEM partners, and our shared enterprise customers. The successful candidate will ensure effective alignment and lead joint go-to-market (GTM), including partnership and business planning, product and reseller agreement management, field enablement, training and certification, and executive engagement. You will also support our geo-based field sales organization as they pursue joint opportunities with and alongside our alliances. HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME HERE: Be the trusted leading point of contact for our HPE OEM partnership. Lead joint go-to-market (GTM) with HPE, including business operations, field engagement, and executive alignment. Manage the commercial mechanics of the partnership — reseller and OEM agreements, renewal timing, pricing structures, and contract terms — in partnership with legal and deal desk. Educate and engage key leaders on Cohesity's transformational capabilities, growing relationships at all organizational levels, with special emphasis on decision-makers and executive leadership at HPE. Orchestrate cross-functional team members internally and at partners to drive business planning, joint solution design and launch, and field readiness. Support geo-based sales teams by developing partner-specific business plans and identifying joint opportunities. Lead partnership business planning, co-engineering and product bundling discussions, and GTM planning to strengthen joint offers and drive incremental revenue. WE'D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU IF YOU HAVE MANY OF THE FOLLOWING: Years of experience: 10+ years of relevant partnership experience Experience successfully leading and driving new business growth or value, including joint hardware/software initiatives (in a vendor sales or partner executive role). Successful track record in fast-paced, complex environments and delivering high-impact results across matrixed organizations. Excellent engagement and influence skills with senior executives and decision-makers. Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written, verbal) that build credibility and confidence with team members and partners. Solid understanding of OEM and Server Platform partner models, including reseller/distribution agreements, incentive programs, and renewal cadences. Strong understanding of how to productize joint use cases targeting business outcomes and bring new offers to enterprises, including commercial models, cost structures, and value analysis. Proven expertise in executing partner business plans and executive briefings to leadership teams at OEM/Server Platform partners. Entrepreneurial attitude and a proven track record of driving revenue and scaling business with an OEM or hardware platform partner. Ability to travel Disclosure Pursuant to Applicable State Equal Pay Transparency Laws - This position has a starting pay range as listed below. Actual salary depends upon many factors, including a candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, location, and salary expectations, and therefore a starting salary at the low end, high end, or even above the stated range may be offered. This position may also be eligible for bonus compensation, commission (if in a sales function), and/or equity grants. Additionally, full-time employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits framework, including health and wellness benefits, vacation, paid holidays and refresh days, 401(k) retirement plan, life and disability insurance coverages, and other benefits the Company may offer from time to time. Pay Range : $315,000.00-$350,000.00 The compensation noted above is based on an annualized hourly rate assuming normal full-time employment. Current pay transparency shows the OTE (On-Target Earnings) for commission-based roles. Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates: For information on personal data processing, please see our Privacy Policy. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOE) Cohesity is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us at 1-855-9COHESITY or recruiting@cohesity.com for assistance. In-Office Expectations Cohesity employees who are within a reasonable commute (e.g. within a forty-five (45) minute average travel time) work out of our core offices 2-3 days a week of their choosing. We strongly prefer candidates who are currently located in or near the designated job location. Candidates outside the area should apply only if they are committed to relocating prior to their start date and have the legal right to work in the job location. Join our talent community and receive the latest Workday news, content, and be first in line for new job opportunities. At Cohesity, we move fast, think big and act with purpose.  As cyberthreats rise, our mission is to protect, secure, and unlock insights from the world’s data. We operate as One Team—driven by bold innovation, speed, and a culture of belonging, accountability, and impact.   Join us and help shape one of the most critical missions of our time.  At Cohesity, we foster a culture of excellence and innovation, valuing collaboration across the globe. United as one team, we set high standards and pursue ambitious goals, always looking ahead. Explore our values Cohesity is a place where—regardless of background or identity—every voice matters, every identity is celebrated, and collaboration fuels our innovation. Together, we’re building a workplace where each voice contributes to our success, shaping a future where every employee feels seen, supported, connected, and proud.  Learn More

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