Sales Development Representative - Network security CPT

Whistle; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global cybersecurity solutions provider is seeking a proactive Sales Development Representative (SDR) in Cape Town. The hybrid role involves engaging existing customers and guiding them in adopting security solutions, particularly in email and network security. Candidates should have over 2 years of B2B sales experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency using CRM systems. The position offers a supportive environment with perks such as travel allowance and supplied hardware.

Benefits

Travel allowance

Food included

All required hardware supplied

Qualifications

• 2+ years in cold calling, using multiple outreach channels.
• Ability to articulate solutions related to network protection or email security, DMARC experience is a plus.
• Comfortable managing prospects and tracking outreach.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with current customers and understand their needs.
• Help customers adopt and expand security solutions.
• Collaborate with account managers to strengthen relationships.

Skills

Native or professional-level English proficiency

Cold calling experience

Customer engagement skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role:

We’re searching for a proactive and customer‑focused Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join our team supporting one of our clients—a global provider of digital trust and cybersecurity solutions. This hybrid role (starting with 4 days in‑office, 1 day remote and eventually transitioning to 2 days in‑office, 3 days remote) is ideal for someone with a background in B2B tech sales who thrives on engaging with existing customers and guiding them toward the right security solutions.

You’ll play a vital part in communicating with current customers, understanding their needs, and helping them adopt and expand solutions—particularly in email and network security, with a strong focus on DMARC. You’ll work closely with account managers to strengthen customer relationships, increase product adoption, and support overall revenue growth. The client offers a supportive work environment with travel allowance, food included, and all required hardware supplied.

What We’re Looking For:

• Language Proficiency: Native or professional‑level English proficiency, with clear and concise communication.
• Sales Experience: >2 years in cold calling, with proven experience using multiple outreach channels (phone, LinkedIn, and email).
• Customer Engagement: Ability to understand customer needs and articulate solutions related to network protection or email security—DMARC experience is a strong advantage.
• CRM Proficiency: Comfortable using CRM systems to manage prospects and track outreach.
• Industry Experience: Background in B2B Tech, SaaS, IT Services or cybersecurity is required.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and effectively manage objections.

You are welcome to have a look at our website for more information about Whistle: https://www.whistle.ltd/