Full-Time

Account Executive-Edtech

Updated on 1/18/2025

Securly

Securly

201-500 employees

Cybersecurity solutions for K-12 education

Cybersecurity
Education

Compensation Overview

$0 - $180kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Involves 20-30% travel within your territory.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • Influential Presence: Engage, inspire, and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strategic Prospecting Skills: Identify and develop new business opportunities with a methodical approach.
  • Resilience and Grit: Thrive in a dynamic environment, staying motivated through challenges.
  • Sales and K-12 Expertise: Proven success in EdTech sales or similar, with knowledge of school district operations and decision-making.
  • Self-Management: Execute tasks and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
  • Customer-Centric Mindset: Focus on delivering value to clients to drive satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Adaptability: Respond to changing market conditions with agility and creativity.
  • Performance-Driven Approach: History of exceeding sales quotas and achieving measurable success in a competitive environment.
  • Strong Communication Skills: Build and maintain relationships through clear, engaging communication.
Responsibilities
  • Own the full sales cycle—from prospecting and delivering dynamic demos to closing deals and building lasting relationships.
  • Gain in-depth knowledge of Securly’s product suite through comprehensive training and self-guided learning.
  • Build rapport with internal stakeholders to understand key business opportunities.
  • Launch a business development plan targeting K-12 school districts with enrollments up to 20K, leveraging leads from SDRs and marketing while driving proactive prospecting.
  • Close your first deals to establish early momentum.
  • Aggressively grow your territory, achieving at least 50% of your annual revenue target by securing new business.
  • Forge relationships with school districts, channel partners, and service organizations to strengthen your market presence.
  • Exceed your annual revenue goal by employing strategic, tailored sales approaches that align with client needs.
  • Lead multiple product evaluations and proof-of-concept trials, ensuring high conversion rates and lasting client satisfaction.

Securly provides online safety solutions specifically designed for K-12 educational institutions. Its products include web filtering, student activity monitoring, and tools for parental engagement, all aimed at protecting students from cyberbullying, threats of violence, and self-harm while ensuring compliance with internet safety regulations. Securly's solutions create a safe online environment for students both on and off-campus. The company operates on a subscription-based model, where schools and districts pay for annual licenses to use its software, which helps maintain a steady revenue stream. Securly differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on the unique needs of educational institutions and providing strong customer support, leading to high retention rates. The company's goal is to enhance student safety in digital learning environments and support schools in navigating the challenges of online threats.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$31.8M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for remote monitoring tools due to hybrid learning models benefits Securly.
  • Growing interest in AI-driven analytics supports Securly's personalized student safety solutions.
  • Expansion of digital wellness programs aligns with Securly's focus on student mental health.

What critics are saying

  • Legal challenges related to privacy violations could harm Securly's reputation and finances.
  • New CEO Tammy Mank Wincup may lead to strategic shifts disrupting current operations.
  • Golden Gate Capital's acquisition might pressure Securly to prioritize profitability over product quality.

What makes Securly unique

  • Securly offers a comprehensive cloud-based web-filtering platform for K-12 schools.
  • The platform uses language-sentiment analysis to detect cyberbullying and self-harm behaviors.
  • Securly's solutions include parental engagement tools, enhancing student safety both on and off-campus.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Professional Development Budget

Remote Work Options