Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The VP Sales - Cybersecurity role at Proven Sales involves leading and scaling direct sales in a specialized security market segment to expand the company's North American presence.
Responsibilities and impact
The VP Sales will own and scale direct sales, win high-value clients by demonstrating product impact, drive outbound strategy into new enterprise verticals, and build and manage a team of ambitious Account Executives.
Compensation and benefits
The package includes a $150,000 base salary with double On-Target Earnings (OTE), a full suite of benefits, and long-term incentives.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have experience in high-ticket, complex software sales, leading or scaling sales functions at growth-stage vendors, a solid network in security-related fields, and a closer's mentality with a team-first mindset.
Company information
The company is a high-growth software vendor with proven traction, significant private funding, and a sharp product roadmap solving known pain points in the security market.
Unique job features
The role offers a chance to lead from the front, build something meaningful, and be rewarded for results in a rapidly growing cybersecurity market.
Company overview
Proven Sales is a company specializing in providing sales solutions and strategies to help businesses optimize their revenue generation and customer acquisition processes. They make money by offering tailored sales consulting, training programs, and technology-driven tools designed to enhance sales performance for their clients across various industries. Founded with a focus on empowering businesses to scale effectively, Proven Sales has built a reputation for delivering measurable results and fostering long-term client relationships. Candidates should be aware of their emphasis on innovation, adaptability, and a results-oriented approach in the competitive sales consulting market.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership in scaling sales teams and success in high-ticket, complex software sales within cybersecurity or related fields.
Emphasize your experience in outbound sales strategies, securing enterprise clients, and your network in security, DevSecOps, or critical infrastructure sectors.
Apply through Proven Sales' corporate career page, LinkedIn, and other relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current sales leaders or executives at Proven Sales on LinkedIn; open conversations by referencing recent company growth or product launches, or by asking about their experience leading sales in cybersecurity.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'high-ticket sales,' 'cybersecurity,' 'DevSecOps,' 'enterprise sales,' and 'team leadership' from the job description.
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