Account Executive
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Job Description
Account Executive focused on acquiring new customers and expanding market share in cybersecurity solutions. Responsible for entire sales cycle and collaboration with technical teams.
Responsibilities:
- Drive new business acquisition by identifying and closing net-new logo opportunities within your assigned territory.
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand market presence and exceed revenue targets.
- Self-generate leads through targeted outreach, networking, and leveraging marketing and inside sales support.
- Engage and present Darktrace’s cybersecurity solutions to key stakeholders, including CISOs, IT leaders, and security professionals.
- Own the sales cycle end-to-end, from prospecting and qualifying leads to negotiating and closing deals.
- Upsell and expand within accounts by identifying additional opportunities for Darktrace’s solutions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with technical teams, including Subject Matter Experts, Technical Account Managers, and Cyber Threat Analysts, to deliver tailored demos and Proof of Values (POVs).
- Maintain accurate pipeline management using CRM tools and provide regular sales forecasts.
Requirements:
- 6+ years of outbound B2B sales experience with a proven track record of acquiring net-new customers and exceeding quotas.
- Experience selling complex software solutions, preferably in cybersecurity or highly regulated industries.
- Strong ability to drive high-velocity sales cycles, handle objections, and close deals independently.
- Proficiency in value-based selling and articulating how Darktrace solutions solve specific security challenges.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage executive stakeholders.
- Experience managing a defined territory and building a sustainable pipeline of new business opportunities.
- Comfortable using CRM and sales tools to manage opportunities and track customer engagement.
Benefits:
- 100% medical, plus dependents
- 100% dental and vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
















