About the Role:
CrowdStrike is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven, and experienced Sales Specialist dedicated to making a difference in global security by protecting organizations against the most advanced attackers in the world. This role combines expertise in both CrowdStrike's Services and Falcon Complete (MDR) solutions.
As a Sales Specialist, you will take CrowdStrike's capabilities and value to potential clients, match our strengths to clients' needs, and help our partners and clients defeat adversaries. The successful candidate has business acumen, strong consulting skills, current technical knowledge, and is flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing situations - both with the adversary and with the client. You must be results-driven, customer-focused, technologically savvy, and innovative at building internal relationships and external partnerships.
What You'll Do:
Become a Trusted Advisor within the Cybersecurity Industry and an expert on CrowdStrike services and products
Actively engage prospective customers and existing clients to identify new opportunities for growth
Run sophisticated sales motions from prospecting to closure for both services and MDR solutions
Work with Account Executives, Regional Sales Managers, and Regional Directors to collaborate and execute plans to qualify and close enterprise business
Collaborate with Sales Engineers (SEs) to devise and execute account strategies and plans
Partner with internal sales teams to drive both net-new and recurring revenue
Forecast and report pipeline updates to the management team
Provide exceptional sales guidance and high-touch customer service, including escalation, triage, and coordination of urgent matters
Stay well-educated on CrowdStrike's competitive landscape and effectively communicate the value of our solutions compared to competitors in the cybersecurity market
Be a go-getter who consistently exceeds established targets, goals, and quotas
What You'll Need:
Competitive nature, while being a collaborative team player and occasional coach
Persistence – Doesn't stop at "no" and believes in overcoming/solving objections
Coachability - Seeks help, knows when to ask for it, and recognizes situations that require assistance
Charisma and ability to leverage it effectively
Sharp/Quick-witted - thinks on their feet with flexibility to handle curveballs
Confidence as a Trusted Advisor – Can think outside the box to solve business problems
Strong motivation to learn, succeed, win, and grow
Aptitude to learn and implement new concepts quickly
Empathy – particularly when working with organizations experiencing security breaches
Confidence without ego
Self-discipline - Proven time management, organization, and process discipline
Self-awareness – Understanding of personal strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement
Attention to detail
Strong presentation skills, both in-person and via virtual channels
Experience managing entire sales cycles from discovery to closed won
Minimum 3+ years of sales experience generating net new business
Minimum 2+ years of security experience (Managed Security Services experience preferred)
Experience selling complex multi-product architectures to mid-market and enterprise organizations
Track record of exceeding expectations in an individually focused, quota-carrying role
Strong cold calling experience with excellent presentation skills
Technical aptitude and ability to learn new business and technical concepts quickly
Security and/or SaaS sales experience a plus
Ability to travel 25-50%, with modified work hours as needed to accommodate accounts in different time zones
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Great Place to Work Certified14 across the globe
CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $130,000 - $175,000 per year, with eligibility for commissions, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.
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