Mid-Enterprise Account Executive, NorCal

horizon3ai; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive Team

Growth Opportunities

Innovative Culture

Hybrid & Remote Work

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Horizon3 is a fast-growing remote cybersecurity company; the Mid-Enterprise Account Executive role focuses on acquiring new accounts, expanding the customer base and ensuring retention across cybersecurity tech. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of sales success, a track record of exceeding quotas, and proven channel partner management with existing regional connections.

Responsibilities include presenting Horizon3AI solutions, managing the full sales cycle, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of successful sales experience in cybersecurity technology
• Proven track record of exceeding sales quotas quarter over quarter
• Experience in establishing and monetizing Channel Partner relationships
• Proficiency in managing all aspects of the sales process (qualification, value proof, forecasting, negotiation, closure)
• Experience with post-ROI proof of value processes
• Ability to present Horizon3AI solutions effectively in virtual and in-person meetings
• Work independently while collaborating with distributed sales, support and success teams
• Familiarity with Challenger Question-Based Selling methodologies
• Familiarity with sales enablement tools like Salesforce, CRM, Outreach.io, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, Slack

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and expand customer base in cybersecurity technology
• Acquire new accounts and build strong customer relationships
• Ensure customer satisfaction and retention across the territory
• Demonstrate Horizon3AI solutions in virtual and in-person meetings
• Manage lead qualification, value proof, forecasting, negotiation and deal closure
• Drive post-proof of value ROI and expansion opportunities
• Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline and forecasting in SFDC
• Collaborate with channel partners and leverage preexisting regional connections
• Maintain strong cross-functional collaboration with sales, support and success teams

Skills

Sales experience

Channel partner management

Forecasting

Negotiation

Presentation & demos

Independent & team player

Challenger selling

CRM proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

CRM

Outreach.io

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

ZoomInfo

Slack

Job description

Get to Know Us

Horizon3 is a fast-growing, remote cybersecurity company dedicated to the mission of enabling organizations to proactively find and fix and verify exploitable attack vectors before criminals exploit them. Our flagship product, the NodeZeroTM platform, delivers production-safe autonomous pentests and other key assessment operations that scale across the largest internal, external, cloud, and hybrid cloud environments. NodeZero has been adopted by organizations of all sizes, from small educational institutions to government agencies and Global 100 enterprises. It is used by ITOps/SecOps teams, consulting pentesters, and MSSPs and MSPs.

We are a fusion of former U.S. Special Operations cyber operators, startup engineers, and formerly frustrated cybersecurity practitioners. We're committed to helping solve our common security problems: ineffective security tools, false positives resulting in alert fatigue, blind spots, "checkbox” security culture, cybersecurity skills shortage, and the long lead time and expense of hiring outside consultants. Collectively, we are a team of learn it alls, committed to a culture of respect, collaboration, ownership, and results.

What You’ll Do

The Mid-Enterprise Account Executive is a key role responsible for driving sales growth and expanding the customer base in the cybersecurity technology sector. The focus is on acquiring new accounts, building strong customer relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction and retention. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in selling cybersecurity technologies, introducing disruptive cyber software solutions, and exceeding sales quotas consistently. They will also be adept at establishing and nurturing Channel Partner relationships, with pre-existing connections with key resellers in the region being a crucial requirement.

• Sales Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of successful sales experience in the cybersecurity technology industry, with a strong track record of achieving sales growth

• Introduction of New Solutions: Demonstrated success in introducing and selling new disruptive cyber software solutions

• Quota Achievement: Proven ability to exceed sales quotas consistently quarter over quarter.

• Channel Partner Management: Experience in establishing and monetizing strong Channel Partner relationships, with existing relationships in the region being essential.

• Sales Process Management: Proficiency in managing all aspects of the sales process, including qualification, proof of value, forecasting, negotiation, and deal closure.

• Post-Sales Management: Ability to manage and drive the post-proof of value ROI process.

• CRM and Pipeline Management: Experience in accurately tracking and managing customer information in company-provided CRM, and maintaining an accurate pipeline and forecasting in Salesforce (SFDC).

• Product Presentation and Demo: Capability to present and demonstrate Horizon3AI solutions effectively in both virtual and in-person meetings.

• Independent and Team Player: Demonstrated ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with distributed sales, support, and success teams.

• Sales Methodology: Familiarity with Challenger Question-Based Selling type sales methodologies.

• Sales and Marketing Tools: Familiarity with sales enablement tools like Salesforce, CRM, Outreach.io, Linked-In Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and Slack.

What You’ll Bring

• Sales Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in a Sales role in cybersecurity

• Industry Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience working in the INFOSEC or SaaS space

• Education: A college degree or equivalent work experience required

• Must be located in Sacramento

Travel Required

We are a fully remote company, and this job may require up to 20% of travel within assigned territory to be successful. Job-related travel expenses are reviewed and must be approved by your manager.

Perks of Horizon3

• Inclusive Team: We value diversity and promote an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a dynamic and growing team with numerous career development opportunities.

• Innovative Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.

• Hybrid & Remote Work: We embrace a mix of remote and hybrid work models depending on role and location, including our Chicago office, where some roles require regular in-office presence.

• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive salary, equity and benefits. Our benefits include health, vision & dental insurance for you and your family, a flexible vacation policy, and generous parental leave.

Compensation and Values

At Horizon3, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and our compensation philosophy reflects this core value. We are committed to fostering an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and rewarded for their contributions. Our compensation structure is designed to be fair, competitive, and transparent, ensuring that every team member is recognized and compensated equitably across roles, levels, and locations.

In accordance with various State’s transparency regulations, we provide the following salary range information for this position:

• Total On-Target Compensation: $200k - $250k OTE 50/50 split annually. The exact salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s location, qualifications, experience, and relevant skills.

• Additional compensation: All full-time roles are eligible for an equity package in the form of stock options.

You Belong Here

Horizon3 is not just an equal opportunity employer - we are a community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental principles of our culture and success. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, hair length or any other legally protected status by law.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion means we strive to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that reflects the varied communities we serve. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our ability to create cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. At Horizon3, every team member is valued and supported in an environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Come be a part of Horizon3, where your unique contributions are recognized, and your potential is limitless.

Other Duties

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