Enterprise Account Executive - Heartland Enterprise

Salt Security

$300K — $320K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven success in selling enterprise cybersecurity/SaaS to large accounts, preferably Fortune/Global 2000.
  • Experience closing complex deals with multiple stakeholders and security validation, including 6- and 7-figure TCV.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud-native environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) and relevant security tools (WAF, CNAPP, EDR/XDR, SIEM).
  • Comfortable using sales methodologies like MEDDIC and SPICED, with strong discovery and business case skills.
  • Ability to engage C-level and board-level executives with excellent communication skills.
  • High ownership mindset with a focus on territory planning and disciplined execution.
  • Proficiency in Salesforce.

Responsibilities

  • Build and manage a territory plan for enterprise accounts in the Heartland region.
  • Create pipeline through targeted prospecting and partner co-selling with major platforms.
  • Run full-cycle sales including discovery, value mapping, and closing.
  • Position Salt's portfolio to replace incumbent solutions and consolidate tools.
  • Lead account strategies with internal teams to ensure quick value realization and growth.
  • Maintain accurate sales forecasts and report on risks and next steps using Salesforce.
  • Conduct on-site sessions and workshops, requiring regular travel within the territory.

Benefits

  • Category leadership with a winning product roadmap.
  • Competitive compensation and equity packages.
  • Comprehensive benefits supporting overall well-being.
  • Remote-friendly culture fostering autonomy and growth opportunities.
  • Inclusive environment encouraging innovative ideas and career advancement.
Full Job Description
Enterprise Account Executive - Heartland Enterprise Primary location: Minneapolis OTE: $300-$320K (50/50 split) About the role You'll own net-new and expansion business across enterprise accounts in Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas. You'll drive multi-threaded cycles with CIO/CISO, AppSec, Platform, and Cloud leaders; align partners; and land multi-solution wins across discovery, posture, and runtime protection. What you'll do • Build and manage a territory plan for enterprise accounts across MN, IA, MO, ND, SD, NE, KS, and AR with clear coverage of major hubs (Minneapolis-St. Paul, Kansas City, St. Louis, Omaha, Des Moines, Little Rock, Fargo/Sioux Falls). • Create pipeline through targeted prospecting, partner co-sell (AWS, CrowdStrike, etc), and executive networking. • Run full-cycle sales: discovery, value mapping, business case, security validation, legal/procurement, and close. • Position Salt's portfolio (Cloud Connect, Surface, Posture Governance, Runtime Protection, and AI Agent/MCP Security) and integrations to displace incumbents and consolidate tools. • Lead account strategies with SEs, product, and customer success to ensure fast time-to-value and expansion. • Maintain accurate forecasts in Salesforce and report on risks, next steps, and executive asks. • Host on-site sessions and workshops; travel regularly throughout MN/IA/MO/ND/SD/NE/KS/AR as required. What you'll need • Proven success selling enterprise cybersecurity/SaaS into large accounts (Fortune/Global 2000 preferred). • Track record closing complex deals with multiple stakeholders and security validation, including 6- and 7-figure TCV. • Strong familiarity with cloud-native environments (AWS/Azure/GCP), API security, and adjacent platforms (WAF, CNAPP, EDR/XDR, SIEM). • Comfortable executing MEDDIC, SPICED, or similar methodology; crisp discovery and business case building. • Executive presence with the ability to engage C-level and board-level influencers; excellent written and verbal communication. • High ownership mindset: territory planning, partner alignment, and disciplined deal execution. • Salesforce proficiency. Why Salt Security • Category leadership and a product roadmap that wins technical and business evaluations. • Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits. • Remote-friendly culture with real autonomy and growth. • Inclusive environment where great ideas win and careers accelerate. Join us to help the Heartland's most innovative enterprises secure the APIs that power their business.

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