Full-Time

Enterprise Account Executive

Corporate

Posted on 2/19/2025

Verkada

Verkada

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$220k - $280kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Jackson Township, NJ, USA + 2 more

More locations: Philadelphia, PA, USA | New York, NY, USA

Candidate must live in the territory and be willing to travel up to 50%.

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Computer Networking

You match the following Verkada's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5-10+ years quota carrying B2B software/hardware technology sales with focus on building a greenfield territory and landing new business within an Enterprise organization; 3+ years Enterprise sales is highly preferred
  • Proven track record of success in a sales-driven organization selling a highly complex technical solution (with the awards and references to prove it)
  • Possess a hunter sales mentality with a strong desire to be successful, and have a proven track record of prospecting, closing new logos, and landing major accounts against incumbents
  • Willingness to have a strong field presence multiple days per week; Must live in territory & willingness to travel up to 50%
  • A demonstrable track record of success managing longer, complex sales cycles and engaging with all levels from end users to business champions to C-level executives (Experience selling to CIO/CTO/CISO/CFO leaders at Fortune 1000 companies is highly preferred)
  • Experience collaborating with internal and external channel partner teams to sell through and with channel partners is a plus
  • Proven experience running a process-driven sales cycle
  • Relevant software or hardware industry experience in any of the following domains; security software, physical security, or hardware, computer networking and “how the internet works”, subscription, SaaS, or Cloud software is a plus
  • Strong knowledge and execution of MEDDIC is highly preferred
  • Self-motivated, tenacious, confident, with a willingness to engage in prospecting to maintain individual funnels as expected
  • Intellectually curious High IQ, EQ and self-awareness
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with peers, customers, and partners
  • Thrive working in a fast paced dynamic environment with a strong sense of urgency
  • BS/BA degree strongly preferred
Responsibilities
  • Dedicate at least 50% of your time to field-based sales activities away from the workplace, including customer meetings, site visits, and relationship-building
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive territory plan
  • Manage the entire sales process to ensure delivery against key performance metrics and quota, with a strong emphasis on generating net new business sales. This includes prospecting and outreach, providing product demos and trials, and engaging in strategic negotiations with customers and channel partners
  • Meet or exceed individual targets and contribute to the overall team and company success. This includes proactively penetrating greenfield accounts and achieving a quarterly quota of at least 2-3 qualified net new logos
  • Initiate and manage expansion discussions to drive customer retention. This includes identifying customers’ goals and requirements, including budgetary constraints and key decision makers
  • Devise a comprehensive customer acquisition strategy and partner with Verkada’s channel partner sales organization to establish channel partner initiatives that result in a minimum of 5 deal registrations each quarter
  • Drive business growth and enhance market presence and help enterprise organizations modernize their physical security solutions through a combination of customer engagements, marketing campaigns, executive briefings, industry conferences, events and physical security market knowledge/intelligence
  • Gain an in-depth and detailed understanding of Verkada’s business and products, as well as the physical security market to confidently sell to C-level executives within Enterprise organizations
  • Create effective presentations and proposals; create urgency to drive deal closure, negotiate pricing and contractual agreements
  • Provide account analysis, conduct quarterly business reviews, and generate accurate revenue forecasts
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience collaborating with internal and external channel partner teams to sell through and with channel partners is a plus
  • Relevant software or hardware industry experience in any of the following domains; security software, physical security, or hardware, computer networking and “how the internet works”, subscription, SaaS, or Cloud software is a plus
  • Strong knowledge and execution of MEDDIC is highly preferred

Verkada offers security solutions for businesses, focusing on hybrid cloud video surveillance, access control systems, and environmental sensors. Their video surveillance combines on-site cameras with cloud storage for secure and accessible footage, while the access control system provides insights into facility access. Verkada's products are designed to be easy to manage and scalable, making them suitable for large enterprises and institutions. The company aims to deliver comprehensive security management through hardware sales and subscription-based software services.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$626.3M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Verkada's $4.5B valuation highlights strong investor confidence and market potential.
  • The demand for cloud-based security solutions is rapidly increasing globally.
  • AI integration in security systems enhances predictive and automated threat responses.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging startups pose a threat with innovative, competitively priced security solutions.
  • Privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny could impact operations in strict regions.
  • Reliance on cloud infrastructure exposes Verkada to potential service disruptions.

What makes Verkada unique

  • Verkada offers a unified platform integrating video, access, and environmental monitoring.
  • Their hybrid cloud model ensures secure, accessible video surveillance from anywhere.
  • Verkada's solutions are scalable, catering to enterprises of all sizes and sectors.

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Benefits

Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage

Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays

Wellness allowance

Commuter benefits

Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily

Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
Fortune
Feb 19th, 2025
Exclusive: Verkada’s $200 million Series E values the company at $4.5 billion

Verkada has raised a $200 million Series E, boosting the company's valuation by $1 billion.

Crunchbase
Feb 19th, 2025
Verkada Hits $4.5B Valuation After Series E

Verkada, a security systems startup, secured a $200 million Series E funding round led by General Catalyst, valuing the company at $4.5 billion. The round saw significant investment from Eclipse Ventures and participation from other investors. Founded in 2016, Verkada has raised over $700 million to date. The company, which recently raised $100 million in October 2023, offers products like video security cameras and AI-enhanced security solutions, serving over 30,000 customers globally.

Source Security
Feb 17th, 2025
Verkada improves cloud-based access control systems

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security, announced a wide range of updates to its Command platform that will make it even easier for its customers around the world to keep their people and places safe.

PR Newswire
Feb 13th, 2025
Verkada Enhances The Entry Experience, Introduces More Flexibility And Scale Across Its Command Platform

SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Verkada, a leader in cloud-based physical security, today announced a wide range of updates to its Command platform that will make it even easier for its customers around the world to keep their people and places safe.To strengthen and enhance the entry experience, Verkada has deepened the integration of Verkada Guest and Verkada Access Control. Now, its customers can grant guests temporary, customizable visitor access credentials. The moment a visitor checks in with Verkada Guest, organizations can provision a temporary access badge with custom permissions, or they can send a door unlock link that enables a visitor to open authorized doors directly from their phones. Each credential is unique, time-bound, and exactly matched to the visitor's needs. Guests are also now fully integrated with Verkada's roll call reports

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2025
Eastern Datacomm Announces Safety Tech Breakfast Seminar Series Focused On Cutting-Edge Technology To Secure Your School

Presenters will showcase the latest advancements in AI-powered video surveillance, next-generation access control, advanced environmental sensors, and real-time emergency notification. Expert speakers Paul Jenne (National School Safety Advisor, Eastern DataComm) and Adam Drew (School Resource Officer, Founder of Three Corners) will discuss these technologies and guide attendees on how to incorporate them into existing school systems, offering valuable insights on staying ahead of evolving security challenges. This opportunity allows educational leaders to network with peers, engage with industry thought leaders, and gain actionable insights to enhance school safety plans. The seminars provide a platform for school administrators to proactively implement state-of-the-art solutions.Attendees will gain valuable insights into revolutionizing school safety by leveraging right-fit security technologies. These seminars offer educational leaders a clear, step-by-step guide for evaluating, choosing, and seamlessly integrating advanced security solutions to safeguard students and staff.This educational opportunity is available free of charge to all school community leaders. Seating is limited, so early registration is highly recommended.Seminar Dates and LocationsRegistration Check-In: 8:30 am to 9:00 amEducational Session: 9:00 am to 12:00 pmWednesday, March 12: Rockaway, NJ – Hilton Garden InnTuesday, March 18: Red Bank, NJ – Courtyard Lincroft Red BankThursday, March 20: Nanuet, NY – Hilton Garden InnWednesday, March 26: Baltimore, MD – Hilton Garden Inn Inner HarborThursday, March 27: Wilmington, DE – Hilton Wilmington/ChristianaWednesday, April 2: Norwalk, CT – Hilton Garden InnInterested in attending? Register now.If you're unable to attend, schedule a customized seminar for your campus or district at https://easterndatacomm.com/schedule-a-safety-tech-seminar/.…Because when it comes to school safety, we're all in this together.About Eastern DataCommEastern DataComm is a safety and communications technology firm with over thirty-five years of experience in keeping schools, businesses, and municipalities connected and protected