Cyber Security Specialist - BDE

SCC; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to drive cyber security sales and client relations. The position involves working in a hybrid setup, where candidates will engage with prospective clients and drive pipeline growth through strategic initiatives. Ideal candidates should have over two years of B2B sales experience, particularly in the cyber security field, and strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive commission alongside a salary package of £40,000 - £45,000.

Benefits

Large company benefits

Flexible benefits scheme

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a B2B sales or lead generation role, ideally within cyber security.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Consultative approach in communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Position and sell SCC Digital Cyber Services.
• Collaborate with Cyber Sales Specialists for pipeline growth.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of cyber security concepts

Job description

About The Role

We are actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone.

Role: Cyber Security Specialist- BDE

Location: Leeds (SCC operate hybrid working, which comprises of a mix of office and home working)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Package: £40,000 - £45,000 plus large company benefits, a broad flexible benefits scheme, and 2 paid‑for volunteering days a year

Hours: 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Monday - Friday

Interview Process: 2-stage process

Why SCC?

• An inclusive workplace
• Excellent package: solid basic and company benefits
• Hybrid working & core hours in line with role requirements
• Career development and life‑long learning opportunities
• Opportunity to join Europe's largest privately‑owned IT Company

Role purpose:

As a Cyber Sales Specialist, you will be the first point of contact for prospective clients, responsible for identifying, qualifying, and nurturing leads for our cyber security in the Digital BU. You will work closely with the other cyber sales specialists and SCC sales community to drive pipeline growth and support strategic initiatives across sectors. This is a quota carrying role.

Key responsibilities:

• Position and sell SCC Digital Cyber Services into the SCC Managed Account and Business Development customers
• Understand and articulate the value of our cyber security offerings, including managed SOC services, threat detection, and compliance solutions.
• Collaborate with Cyber Sales Specialists and SCC Sales community to schedule meetings, source cyber security contacts in the customer base and uncover qualified prospects.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress in the CRM system.
• Proactively source and qualify new business opportunities through outbound calls, emails, LinkedIn, and events.
• Stay current on cyber security trends, competitor offerings, and industry developments.
• Support campaign execution and follow‑up for marketing‑led initiatives such as webinars, RFPs, and product launches.

Skills and experience:

• 2+ years of experience in a B2B sales or lead generation role, ideally within cyber security.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a consultative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge and interest in cyber security concepts (e.g., SOC, threat intelligence, compliance frameworks) is a plus.
• Come to work with a smile
• £40-£45KK + £35-45k (OTC) commission depending on experience and target

About Us

SCC is Europe's largest privately‑owned IT business, based out of the new £7m HQ office in Birmingham and we help clients succeed through IT transformation and exceptional customer experiences. We are a business where innovation is greater as we combine unique ideas, people and disciplines. We are a global company that is passionate about IT and where we look to simplify the complex.

We are an equal opportunities employer

SCC is committed to providing equal opportunities and a proactive and inclusive approach to equality and diversity in employment. No applicant or employee will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic which are defined as sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender reassignment, trade union membership or non‑membership, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race and religion or belief.

If you are selected for interview, and need any reasonable adjustments made for your interview, please let the SCC Talent Acquisition team know, at the point of scheduling.

Diversity & Inclusion at SCC

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Life at SCC

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