Account Executive - Chicagoland

Deepwatch • Chicago, IL

6h • Remote

About The Position

Come join Deepwatch’s team of world-class cybersecurity professionals and the brightest minds in the industry. If you're ready to challenge yourself with work that matters, then this is the place for you. We're redefining cybersecurity as one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. – and we have a blast doing it! Who We Are Our core values drive everything we do at Deepwatch, including our approach to tackling tough cyber challenges. We seek out tenacious individuals who are passionate about solving complex problems and protecting our customers. At Deepwatch, every decision, process, and hire is made with a focus on improving our cybersecurity solutions and delivering an exceptional experience for our customers. By embracing our values, we create a culture of excellence that is dedicated to empowering our team members to explore their potential, expand their skill sets, and achieve their career aspirations, which is supported by our unique annual professional development benefit. Deepwatch recognition includes: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022 and 2021 Great Place to Work® Certified 2024 Military Times Best for Vets Employers 2024 US Department of Labor Hire Vets Gold Award 2024 Forbes' America's Best Startup Employers 2024 Cyber Defense Magazine, Global Infosec Awards 2023 and 2022 Fortress Cybersecurity Award 2023 $180M Series C investment from Springcoast Capital Partners, Splunk Ventures, and Vista Credit Partners of Vista Equity Partners 2022 Cybersecurity Excellence Award for MDR Region: Chicago (Remote) Deepwatch is on a mission to redefine enterprise security through our cutting-edge Managed Security Services solutions, including MDR, Managed EDR, Vulnerability Management, and Managed Firewall. We’re seeking a dynamic and results-driven Account Executive to spearhead new logo acquisition and accelerate our growth within an assigned territory. As an Account Executive, you will be at the forefront of Deepwatch’s market expansion, engaging directly with security leaders to solve their toughest challenges with our innovative solutions. Join Deepwatch and become part of a team that’s not just securing the present but also shaping the future of enterprise security. We offer a collaborative culture, the opportunity to work with leading-edge technologies, and a chance to make a real impact in the cybersecurity space.

Requirements

• Demonstrate prior experience achieving quotas at early-stage, high-growth software/SaaS or Cybersecurity companies
• Learn new technologies, while contributing to the company strategy and product roadmap to solve business problems
• Use a proven sales methodology, such as MEDPICC, and approach prospective customers focusing on Selling Business Value, Solving Business Problems and Delivering Customer Outcomes
• Engage internal and external resources at appropriate times during sales cycles
• Relentlessly build a 5x pipeline ($1M per month after 90-days) without expecting leads from marketing or channel partners
• Develop targeted, strategic account plans and ensure they are understood by the extended team
• Prioritize your work and provide accurate forecasts in Salesforce CR
• Remain current with information security news, techniques, and trends
• Travel within your assigned region/territory to visit prospective customers and partners (often with short notice)
• Operationalize a diverse book of business vs focusing exclusively on prior/existing relationships
• Meet with all internal selling resources, CAM, SA, BDR, as well as regional channel partners
• Define a target account list
• Build a target account strategy
• Make prospecting calls to all target accounts
• Demonstrate you are on a path to building a 5X pipeline

Responsibilities

• Drive Enterprise Growth: Own and exceed new logo sales targets, positioning Deepwatch as a leader in the Managed Security Services market
• Lead the Full Sales Cycle: From prospecting to closing, expertly navigate the sales process to deliver results
• Collaborate for Success: Partner with industry-leading Solutions Directors, Principal Consultants, and internal teams to create compelling value propositions
• Work closely with your assigned BDR to design and execute targeted account campaigns
• Leverage our Channel Sales team and Partner ecosystem to unlock opportunities
• Shape the Future: Stay ahead of industry trends, learn new technologies, and contribute insights to enhance Deepwatch’s product strategy and roadmap
• Deliver Impactful Messaging: Articulate and position Deepwatch’s transformational cybersecurity solutions to Security Leadership (CISOs, VPs, Senior Directors, and other key decision-makers), prospects and customers

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• Flexible Time Off (FTO), 12 company holidays, sick leave and 8-Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Unique professional development benefits with Annual “development dollars” to support our people growth and development
• Wellness contests and monthly educational programs
• 401(K) retirement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed