Cybersecurity Leadership Position

The ideal candidate will lead and drive the sales strategy for cybersecurity products and services in India, building and maintaining relationships with key enterprise clients, developing strategic sales plans, and achieving revenue targets.

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a seasoned professional to spearhead our cybersecurity sales efforts in India.

About the Role:

This is a unique opportunity to leverage your technical expertise and business acumen to drive growth and expansion in the Indian market. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive sales strategy, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering results-driven solutions to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to meet or exceed revenue targets for cybersecurity products and services in India.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including CISOs, CTOs, and other decision-makers, to promote cybersecurity solutions.
• Owning the entire sales cycle, from lead generation and qualification to deal closure, ensuring accurate forecasting and pipeline management using CRM tools.
• Conduct market research to identify client needs, assess competitor activities, and align solutions with industry trends and regulatory requirements (e.g., CERT-In, NIST, GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Collaborate with pre-sales and technical teams to design and present tailored cybersecurity solutions, demonstrating strong technical acumen to articulate complex solutions effectively.
• Work closely with marketing, product management, and technical teams to ensure alignment of sales strategies with product offerings and customer needs.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and conferences to promote cybersecurity solutions and generate leads.
• E nsure compliance with company policies and relevant industry standards while maintaining accurate records of sales activities and client interactions in CRM systems.

Requirements:

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree (e.g., MBA) is preferred.

Experience:

You should have:

• 8-10 years of experience in sales, with at least 3-5 years in cybersecurity sales or IT solution sales within India.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a B2B environment, preferably with a cybersecurity OEM or system integrator.

Technical Knowledge:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong technical acumen with in-depth understanding of cybersecurity technologies, including NGFWs, SIEM, cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), identity and access management (e.g., Okta, SailPoint), endpoint protection (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender), and emerging technologies like AI-driven threat detection,SASE and zero trust frameworks.
• Ability to discuss and demonstrate technical concepts, architectures, and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industry frameworks such as NIST, CERT-In, MITRE ATT&CK, and ISO 27001.

Skills:

You will bring:

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills to engage C-level executives and technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills to assess market trends and client needs.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment and adapt to evolving market conditions.
• Certifications: Certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP)(preferred) or sales (e.g., Certified Sales Professional) are a plus.
• Other Requirements: Willingness to travel for client meetings, trade shows, and industry events as needed.

Benefits:

We offer:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives and commissions.
• Comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in cybersecurity and sales.

Others:

Please note that we are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.