Full-Time

Growth Account Executive

Posted on 12/2/2024

StrongDM

StrongDM

51-200 employees

Provides secure privileged access management

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$200k - $250kAnnually

+ Equity Salary Packages

Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Growth & Marketing
Requirements
  • 3+ years in a closing role, ideally in SaaS or cybersecurity, with a history of meeting or exceeding revenue goals.
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust, Privileged Access Management (PAM), or related markets is a plus.
  • Strong ability to build relationships with decision-makers and communicate effectively at both technical and business levels.
  • An adaptable, consultative approach to solving customer problems with a focus on long-term success.
  • You’re relentless in pursuit of the win and take initiative in every situation.
  • Comfortable diving into technical concepts, adapting quickly, and staying ahead of changes in a high-growth environment.
  • You thrive in a team-first culture where everyone celebrates wins (and learns from setbacks) together.
Responsibilities
  • Drive new business by owning the entire sales cycle—from prospecting to close—with a focus on mid-market customers.
  • Build lasting relationships with security and engineering leaders, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing and customer success, to refine messaging and ensure seamless onboarding for new customers.
  • Stay ahead of market trends, mastering StrongDM’s product offering and articulating its unique value proposition.
  • Consistently meet or exceed sales goals while contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture.

StrongDM provides secure privileged access to a company's infrastructure, including both on-premises and cloud-based systems. Its platform uses Zero Standing Privileges and Just-in-Time access to ensure that access is granted only when necessary, eliminating shared credentials and excessive permissions. This approach enhances security while simplifying the user experience, allowing employees to quickly access resources based on their roles. StrongDM stands out by offering native integrations with various systems and enabling secure access from anywhere, helping companies achieve their Zero Trust security goals.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$107M

Headquarters

Burlingame, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

18%

1 year growth

32%

2 year growth

-9%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $34 million Series C funding round, backed by prominent investors like Sequoia Capital and Cisco Investments, positions StrongDM for significant growth and innovation.
  • Expansion into EMEA and APAC regions will open new markets and drive global adoption of StrongDM's Zero Trust PAM solutions.
  • The platform's ability to dynamically adjust access controls enhances security while simplifying user access, making it an attractive solution for businesses of all sizes.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive cybersecurity market requires StrongDM to continuously innovate to maintain its edge over rivals.
  • Global expansion efforts, while promising, come with challenges related to regional compliance and operational complexities.

What makes StrongDM unique

  • StrongDM's focus on Zero Standing Privileges and Just-in-Time access sets it apart by ensuring access is granted only when necessary, unlike traditional models with static permissions.
  • The platform's compatibility with both legacy and modern cloud-based systems, along with native integrations, offers a seamless user experience without additional training.
  • StrongDM eliminates the need for fragmented solutions like VPNs and jump boxes, providing a unified, secure access solution based on user identity.

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Benefits

❤️ 100% remote permanently

🌴 7 weeks of accrued PTO + sick leave

👶 24 WEEKS of paid Parental leave (either parent)

👩‍⚕️100% employer paid insurance premiums (you + spouse + dependents)

📈Front-loaded equity

💰401k

💵$2500 to build a home office, plus a monthly $100 internet reimbursement

😋 Work/life balance (we’re serious about this)