Security Solutions Consultant (Sales role)
Pax8
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Position Summary:
The Security Solution Consultant is responsible for selling Pax8’s Cloud Security Software as a Service (SaaS) products to Managed Service Providers (MSPs) across various industries and regions in the United States and Canada. They use creative methods to engage new and current leads, manage a sales pipeline, and address any concerns from MSP Partners.
Essential Responsibilities and Percentage of Time Spent (includes, but is not limited to):
- Respond to and qualify incoming inquiries about our Cloud Security SaaS products via video chat, email and phone.
- Creatively follows up with new and existing leads to maintain active engagement.
- Assess Partner and customer needs, provide product demonstrations, close sales, and place orders for Cloud Security SaaS products.
- Collaborate with Solutions Engineers to close deals when needed.
- Build and manage sales pipelines and forecast monthly sales.
- Assist in resolving customer concerns by working with the Service Delivery team to investigate issues.
- Maintain customer sales account records in Salesforce and prepare various reports.
Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:
- At least three (3) years of direct sales experience in a Sales role or equivalent, preferably in a B2B environment
- At least three (3) years of SaaS experience
- Knowledge of security services, including SaaS and platform as a service technology.
- Experience using CRM systems, such as Salesforce, and LinkedIn for developing Partner relationships.
- Familiarity with Pax8’s full line of security products
- Knowledge of Cyber Security, DevOps, Windows Server, Microsoft Office 365, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Basic SaaS architecture, Networking, Open-Source Technology, and Best Practices for Cloud SaaS
- Ability to speak to and sell Pax8’s value proposition for Cloud Security SaaS.
- Understanding of network connectivity, the Internet, and cloud computing technology.
- Proven track record of over-achieving quota attainment (in the top 10-20% of sales reps) in past positions.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills.
- CompTIA security+ certification attainment is expected within the first 1 year of employment.
Required Education & Certifications:
- A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience
Work Environment:
Professional office environment. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, printers, and filing cabinets. Remote and/or hybrid work at Pax8 requires all employees to have adequate, secure, and private internet service.
Physical Demands:
Sedentary role; primarily involves sitting/standing
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel is expected of this position
Compensation -
- Qualified candidates can expect a base salary starting at $68,250.00 with On Target Earnings (OTE) starting at $105,000.00
Expected Close Date - 1/31/25
- Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible, Open Vacation
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Extended Leave for Life events
- RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
- Career Development Programs
- Stock Option Eligibility
- Employee-led Resource Groups