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Director, Security Channels (North America)

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Experience: 5+ yearsLevel: Director
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Job Overview

Published

Sep 07, 2026

Expires

Sep 22, 2026

Source

Datadog

Region

US

Type

Remote / Work From Home

Category

WFH

Experience

5+ years

Seniority

Director

Job Description

Director, Security Channels - North America As the Director of Security Channels you will drive incremental revenue for Datadog by building and scaling a highly capable partner community.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing Sr.

Partner Managers & Principal Partner Managers (individual contributors) within your organization who are aligned to specific Security Partner relationships in North America.

Additionally, your team will recruit, develop, and manage new Datadog Security Partners.

The role reports into the Sr.

Director of Channels & Alliances, North America and works cross functionally with marketing, sales, field enablement, product, sales ops, and legal to build, manage, and scale the Datadog Partner business in the region.

At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds, and the creativity it brings to the table.

We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What You’ll Do

Hire, develop, and manage a high-performing team by recognizing exceptional talent and coaching them for success in their role Identify and recruit new companies into the Datadog Partner Network to drive incremental revenue and deliver successful outcomes for end customers Accelerate existing Datadog Partners’ business through business and technical enablement and successfully executing go-to-market activities Collaborate closely with Datadog’s regional enterprise and commercial sales organizations as well as regional marketing and customer success teams to drive incremental revenue for the region.

Serve as executive regional sponsor for key partnerships including top GSI channel partners.

Own regional metrics and reporting to Datadog leadership.

Who You Are: 5+ years of experience in leadership including hiring and developing sales and partner personnel 10+ years of experience in business development, strategic alliances, or channel sales at a cloud services or SaaS organization Confident in recruiting and building successful partnerships, including with multi-national and global organizations.

Able to quickly understand technical concepts and architectural scenarios, and explain them to others verbally and in writing Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including interacting with and presenting to senior leadership, externally and internally.

Datadog values people from all walks of life.

We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one.

That's okay.

If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits and Growth

High income earning opportunities based on self performance New hire stock equity (RSU) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing Sales training in MEDDIC and Command of the Message Intra-departmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking An inclusive company culture, opportunity to join our Community Guilds Generous global benefits Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.

Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package, and may include variable compensation.

Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

In addition, Datadog offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.

The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is: $164,000—$218,000 USD About Datadog:

Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale.

It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers.

Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence.

Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram , LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.

Equal Opportunity at Datadog

Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.

Datadog endeavors to make our Careers Page accessible to all users.

If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please complete this form .

This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Privacy and AI Guidelines

Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog’s Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice .

For information on our AI policy, please visit Interviewing at Datadog AI Guidelines .

Remote Work Guidelines & Career Insights

Practical advice for succeeding as a remote professional in this role.

Asynchronous Productivity

High-performing remote teams prioritize asynchronous communication. Document your progress clearly in tickets, maintain organized project repositories, and communicate status updates proactively without waiting for real-time meetings.

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Home Office & Security

Ensure a private, quiet workstation with a reliable high-speed broadband connection (min 50 Mbps). Maintain compliance with employer cybersecurity policies by utilizing secure password managers, 2FA authentication, and authorized VPN services.

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Resume & Application Tips

Tailor your CV specifically to the requirements of Director, Security Channels (North America). Highlight quantifiable achievements from past roles (e.g. revenue growth, efficiency improvements, or software shipped) and showcase proven experience collaborating with remote teams.

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Test your video and audio hardware before virtual calls. Prepare concise STAR-format stories demonstrating how you manage time independently, handle conflicting priorities across different time zones, and solve complex problems autonomously.

Frequently Asked Questions

Key answers about the application process, remote setup, and compensation for Director, Security Channels (North America).

Is the Director, Security Channels (North America) role 100% remote?+

Yes, this is a fully remote work-from-home position with Datadog. You can collaborate asynchronously, manage project deliverables, and participate in virtual team meetings from your home office without daily commuting.

What qualifications and experience are needed for Director, Security Channels (North America)?+

Applicants are typically evaluated on 5+ years. Key requirements include strong English communication skills, independent problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with modern remote collaboration platforms like Slack, Zoom, and project management tools.

Who is eligible to apply for this job?+

This remote opening welcomes applications from US and eligible remote regions. Candidates must ensure they meet the work authorization, residency, or independent contractor criteria required by Datadog.

What is the salary and benefits package for Director, Security Channels (North America)?+

The expected compensation for this role is competitive compensation aligned with global remote market standards. In addition to base compensation, remote positions often provide flexible working hours, home office equipment stipends, and professional growth opportunities.

How do I apply and what should I prepare for the interview?+

Click the "Apply Now" button on this page to visit Datadog's official application portal. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant achievements, and prepare to discuss your experience working productively in an asynchronous remote environment.

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