Cybersecurity Client Relations & Sales Lead

Accenture; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Security is seeking a Client Relationship & Sales Support Specialist to drive revenue, lead sales cycles from Stage 0 to close, and continue to build client relationships post-close. The role liaises between client, sales, and delivery teams, manages pipeline cadence, proposals, and CRM hygiene, and supports renewal/expansion activities.

Travel may be required. A minimum of 3 years in sales and cybersecurity, plus strong project management experience, is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of experience in sales & strong communications skills and executive presence.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience in the Cybersecurity field.
• Must be highly organized with at least 3 years of strong project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted client relationships that transform how clients experience cybersecurity response partnership and long-term risk management.
• Design, set up, and refine the sales cycle process and post-close engagement model, ensuring every stage from Stage 0 through renewal runs seamlessly.
• Work with internal sales, delivery, and technical teams - as well as client stakeholders - to create standout client experiences.
• Develop strong relationships across internal client teams and clients and earn the trust of key decision makers, technical leads, and executive sponsors.
• Pitch in on broader sales efforts when needed - supporting proposals, pursuits, and pipeline development across the team.
• Continue to grow your knowledge of the cybersecurity landscape, client industry dynamics, and consultative sales best practices.

Skills

Sales & relationship building

Cybersecurity industry experience

Project management

Executive presence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Accenture Security is seeking a Client Relationship & Sales Support Specialist to drive revenue, lead sales cycles from Stage 0 to close, and continue to build client relationships post-close. The role liaises between client, sales, and delivery teams, manages pipeline cadence, proposals, and CRM hygiene, and supports renewal/expansion activities.

Travel may be required. A minimum of 3 years in sales and cybersecurity, plus strong project management experience, is expected.