# S3M Reseller Program

Source: https://s3msecurity.com/partners/resellers/
Last updated: 2026-11-03

The S3M Security Global Partner Program is a three-tier reseller program, Authorized, Premier, and Elite, for partners delivering hybrid NAC, APN, and Zero Trust access control. Benefits include deal registration, free sales and technical training, Marketing Development Funds, and at higher tiers NFR licenses and a dedicated Channel Manager.

Empower Your Business. Secure Your Customers.

Welcome to the S3M Security Global Partner Network. We believe that true security is built on strong alliances. Our partner program is designed to be simple, profitable, and growth-oriented—giving you the tools, margins, and support you need to succeed in the competitive cybersecurity landscape.

## Why Partner with S3M Security?

### Predictable Profitability

Aggressive baseline margins and a highly rewarding Deal Registration program to protect your pre-sales efforts.

### Comprehensive Enablement

Access to free sales and technical training, ensuring your team is ready to deploy and manage S3M solutions confidently.

### Marketing & Growth

Access to Marketing Development Funds (MDF) and co-branded campaigns to generate quality leads.

## Program Tiers & Requirements

| Benefit & Requirement | Authorized Partner | Premier Partner | Elite Partner |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Base Discount Margin | Standard | Advanced | Maximum |
| Deal Registration Protection | Yes | Yes (+ Additional Margin) | Yes (+ Highest Margin) |
| Not-For-Resale (NFR) Licenses | - | 2 Licenses | 5 Licenses |
| Marketing Development Funds (MDF) | - | Proposal-Based | Accrued & Strategic |
| Dedicated Channel Manager | - | - | Yes |
| Pre-Sales / Technical Support | Standard | Priority | 24/7 Dedicated |
| Training Requirements | 1 Sales Cert. | 2 Sales, 1 Tech Cert. | 4 Sales, 2 Tech Cert. |
| Annual Revenue Commitment | None | Achievable Target | Strategic Target |

## Partner Journey

### Step 1: Become an Authorized Partner

The perfect entry point. Get immediate access to standard discounts and deal registration. No upfront revenue commitments—just complete the basic sales onboarding.

### Step 2: Grow into a Premier Partner

For partners with a proven track record. By meeting moderate revenue goals and achieving technical certifications, you unlock NFR licenses for your lab, proposal-based MDF, and higher deal-registration margins.

### Step 3: Lead as an Elite Partner

Reserved for our top-performing global integrators. Enjoy the highest possible margins, accrued MDF, a dedicated Channel Manager, and a seat on the S3M Partner Advisory Board to help shape our product roadmap.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the S3M Security partner program?

The S3M Security Global Partner Program has three tiers: Authorized, Premier, and Elite. It gives partners deal registration protection, free sales and technical training, Marketing Development Funds, and co-branded campaigns to deliver S3M solutions to customers.

### Is there a revenue commitment to become an S3M Authorized Partner?

No. The Authorized tier has no upfront revenue commitments and an annual revenue commitment of None. Partners complete the basic sales onboarding and get access to standard discounts and deal registration.

### What training do S3M partners need?

Authorized Partners need 1 Sales Cert., Premier Partners need 2 Sales and 1 Tech Cert., and Elite Partners need 4 Sales and 2 Tech Cert. S3M provides free sales and technical training.

### What do Elite S3M partners get?

Elite Partners get maximum base discount margin, 5 NFR licenses, accrued and strategic MDF, a dedicated Channel Manager, 24/7 dedicated pre-sales and technical support, and a seat on the S3M Partner Advisory Board.