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 a global leader in cybersecurity, trusted by millions of users and businesses around the world. Our success is driven by our commitment to delivering powerful, easy-to-use security solutions—and by our strong ecosystem of Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and distribution partners.
We’re seeking a strategic and execution-focused Global MSP Distribution Manager to lead and scale our MSP growth through distribution channels worldwide. This role will be central in evolving how Sophos engages with distributors to attract, onboard, and grow MSP partners at scale.
What You Will Do
- Define and execute a global distribution strategy focused on MSP recruitment, enablement, and growth through key distributors and aggregators.
- Align distribution motions with Sophos’ global MSP go-to-market (GTM) strategy, including regional nuances and partner maturity levels.
- Lead MSP-focused enablement programs through distribution—including training, onboarding, and co-selling frameworks.
- Ensure consistency in program delivery while allowing flexibility for local market execution through regional distribution partners.
- Own strategic relationships with global and regional distribution partners focused on MSP.
- Set clear objectives and KPIs, and collaborate on joint business plans that drive MSP recruitment and revenue acceleration.
- Work closely with Channel Sales, Global Partner Programs, Product Marketing, and Sales Enablement to align messaging, tools, and partner value propositions.
- Act as the voice of distribution within the MSP team—feeding partner insights into program design, pricing strategies, and product readiness.
- Track and analyze performance across distribution-led MSP metrics (onboarding, activation, revenue).
- Use insights to optimize programs and identify new opportunities for partner engagement and scale.
- Stay current on global trends in MSP and cybersecurity distribution (e.g., marketplaces, usage-based licensing, digital platforms).
- Recommend innovative strategies to differentiate Sophos within distributor ecosystems and drive competitive advantage.
What You Will Bring
- 10+ years in global channel or distribution management, preferably in cybersecurity or SaaS.
- 5+ years working with or supporting MSP programs and distribution-led GTM strategies.
- Strong knowledge of the MSP operating model, partner economics, and service lifecycle.
- Experience managing global distribution relationships (e.g., Pax8, Ingram Micro, TD SYNNEX, etc.).
- Ability to work cross-functionally across regions and time zones.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
In the United States, the base salary for this role ranges from $113,400 to $189,000. In addition to the base salary, there's a component for target sales commissions alongside 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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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. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.
· 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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