EPAM Systems

Director, Client Partner, Cybersecurity

EPAM Systems$150K — $200K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Canada
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of cybersecurity experience with a prior practitioner background (e.g., security architecture, threat hunting, etc.)
  • Transitioned into sales or senior client advisory within the last 2-4 years
  • Proven ability to independently engage in C-level and VP-level discussions
  • Demonstrated success in consultative sales or business development with measurable revenue contributions
  • Strong functional knowledge across multiple cybersecurity domains, including AI security and Zero Trust approaches

Responsibilities

  • Lead sales conversations with C-level and VP-level stakeholders in existing accounts
  • Position EPAM's cybersecurity and AI security solutions, focusing on AI-driven vulnerability management
  • Maintain a disciplined pipeline from opportunity identification to closure
  • Work as a self-starter within a team selling environment to drive success
  • Collaborate with Client Partners to identify expansion opportunities and build client pipelines
  • Present tailored capability pitches that align with clients' business challenges
  • Serve as a subject matter expert, translating technical risks into business impact for senior discussions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement in a growing cybersecurity practice
  • Access to cutting-edge AI security technology and solutions
  • Collaborative work environment with senior leadership
  • No direct project management responsibilities, focusing only on sales and client engagement
  • Flexibility in driving engagement strategies without utilization targets
Full Job Description
EPAM is seeking a senior Client Director to join our Cybersecurity practice in North America. This is a strategic, individual contributor sales role designed for seasoned security professionals who have transitioned from practitioner work into senior client engagement. You will operate as a trusted advisor and sales leader at the C-suite level, driving growth within existing EPAM accounts by positioning our cybersecurity and AI security offerings. You will work alongside Client Partners, BU Heads, and delivery leaders to expand engagements - not to manage or deliver projects yourself. Success in this role requires the ability to "speak geek" with technical audiences while commanding the room with CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, and VPs. What Success Looks Like: This role is measured on revenue impact - specifically, opening and expanding engagements within existing accounts. You are not expected to carry a utilization target or bill to projects. Your value is in accelerating the sales motion and serving as a senior, credible voice that opens doors and closes deals. Req# [redacted] Responsibilities Lead consultative sales conversations with C-level and VP-level stakeholders (CISO, CIO, CTO) within existing EPAM client accounts Position EPAM's cybersecurity and AI security offerings, including our emerging practice around AI-driven vulnerability management and enterprise AI security risk Maintain a disciplined pipeline, driving opportunities from identification through close Must be a self-starter that is relentless in pursuit of success in a team selling approach Partner with Client Partners and BU Heads to identify expansion opportunities and build pipeline within assigned accounts Develop and present tailored capability pitches and commercial proposals aligned to client business challenges Serve as a subject matter expert and credible voice in senior-level security conversations, translating technical risk into business impact Track and apply industry trends (Gartner, Forrester, regulatory developments) to shape client conversations and refine messaging Collaborate with delivery leadership to ensure solution design aligns with what can be delivered Requirements 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a background as a practitioner earlier in career (e.g., security architecture, SOC, IAM, application security, cloud security, incident response) and a transition into sales, business development, or senior client advisory within the last 2-4 years Demonstrated ability to lead C-level and VP-level conversations independently - comfortable in a room with CISOs, CIOs, and CTOs without a support team Proven track record in consultative sales or business development, with measurable revenue contribution Strong functional knowledge across cybersecurity domains: Security for AI, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), application security/SDLC, Zero Trust, security operations (SOC), incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management Experience selling to key verticals: financial services & insurance, healthcare & life sciences, retail, energy/oil & gas, manufacturing, or high-tech Exceptional executive communication skills - written, verbal, and presentation - with the ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences and vice versa Nice to have Familiarity with AI security risks and the emerging landscape of AI-driven threats and vulnerabilities Experience with working with clients in regulated industries Existing senior-level relationships in target verticals that may develop into leads Background at a Big Four advisory firm, major consulting firm (Accenture, Slalom), or a senior role at a boutique security consultancy

About EPAM Systems

EPAM Systems, Inc. is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. The company has a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, and serves clients in a variety of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail. EPAM's services include software engineering, product development, and digital platform engineering, and the company has a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions that help its clients achieve their business goals. EPAM has been recognized as a leader in the digital services industry by a number of independent research firms, and the company has won numerous awards for its work.
Learn more about EPAM Systems
Size
58,824 employees
Market Cap
$18.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$327.1 million
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+26.5%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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