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Full-Time

Mid-Market Account Executive II

NYC

Posted on 8/29/2024

Huntress

Huntress

201-500 employees

Managed endpoint detection and response services

Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$80kAnnually

+ On Target Earnings + Equity

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • Located in the NYC Metro/Northeast Region
  • 2+ years of full-cycle, strategic sales experience at a software or technology company
  • Strong track record of success driving revenue creating new business and delivering a customer-centered experience
  • Comfortable working within and maintaining accurate records and forecasting within a CRM system
  • Strong presentation and active listening skills
  • Proven experience prioritizing tasks, staying organized, and handling changing priorities
  • Ability to think critically in a variety of situations: demonstrating drive, initiative, energy, and sense of urgency in acquiring and serving clients
  • A growth mindset; our industry is rapidly changing and new information is shared daily
  • Thrive in a team environment where knowledge sharing and active contributions are encouraged
  • Ability to travel up to 10% to tradeshows, industry events and customers locations
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity or cybersecurity sales is helpful but not required
Responsibilities
  • Meet or exceed sales goals and quarterly revenue targets by qualifying and closing net-new opportunities at mid-sized companies while being a collaborative member of the team
  • Creatively source new prospects and thoughtfully position Huntress' offerings to suit their needs. Be a trusted advisor and an industry expert throughout the process
  • Stay current on competitor offerings and be able to identify their strengths and vulnerabilities
  • Turn client feedback into actionable strategies to drive new business and address competitive risks. Influence client decisions and advocate for client needs to negotiate win-win solutions
  • Work closely and communicate effectively with various functional teams including Sales Engineering, Operations, Product Management, and Account Management to ensure seamless implementation and effective ongoing account growth
  • Maintain accurate records: enter, update, and maintain daily activity, forecast, and opportunity information within the CRM

Huntress provides managed endpoint detection and response (EDR) services to protect businesses from cyber threats, particularly ransomware. Their service continuously monitors clients' systems for signs of cyberattacks, and when a potential threat is detected, their team of security experts verifies the threat before sending alerts, reducing the number of false positives. In addition to threat hunting, Huntress offers security awareness training and resources like eBooks and webinars to educate employees about cybersecurity risks. What sets Huntress apart from competitors is their commitment to high customer support and personalized reporting. The goal of Huntress is to enhance the cybersecurity posture of businesses by providing effective monitoring and education.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$159.8M

Headquarters

Columbia, Maryland

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

24%

1 year growth

34%

2 year growth

65%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Huntress.com’s recent $180M funding round and $1.5B valuation indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • Recognition by Inc.'s Power Partner Awards highlights their effectiveness in protecting SMBs from sophisticated cyber threats.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with Darkhorse Tech, expand their market reach and enhance their service offerings.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive cybersecurity market requires Huntress.com to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Integration of new funding and rapid expansion could lead to operational challenges and growing pains.

What makes Huntress unique

  • Huntress.com specializes in managed endpoint detection and response (EDR) services with a focus on eliminating false positives, unlike many competitors.
  • Their 24/7 threat hunting service ensures continuous monitoring and expert verification, providing a higher level of security assurance.
  • The company’s emphasis on security awareness training and educational resources sets it apart by empowering clients to understand and mitigate cybersecurity risks.

Benefits

100% remote work environment

Generous PTO including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays

12 weeks paid parental leave

Highly competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits plans

401(k) with 5% contribution regardless of employee contribution

Life and Disability insurance plans

Stock options for all full-time employees

One-time $500 stipend to build/upgrade home office

Annual allowance for education and professional development assistance

$75 USD/month digital reimbursement

Access to both Udemy and BetterUp platforms for coaching, personal, and professional growth

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