Core Account Executive (Acquisition)

Darktrace•Los Angeles, CA

8d•$220,000 - $278,000•Onsite

About The Position

Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day. Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real-time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI. Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead. At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility. We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked. We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves. We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them. Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast

Requirements

Proven success in full-cycle B2B new business sales, with a strong track record of closing net-new logos
Demonstrated ability to build pipeline from scratch, prospect into cold accounts, and sustain activity regardless of short-term results
Experience selling into organizations (≤ $1B revenue) with an understanding of their buying dynamics and constraints
Strong discovery and value-selling skills, with the ability to ask insightful questions, uncover customer priorities, and align solutions to business outcomes
Ability to establish executive-level credibility early, communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Skilled in objection handling, negotiation, and navigating complex or ambiguous sales cycles with resilience and persistence
Solid judgment and discipline, including pipeline management, forecasting, and deal qualification
Working knowledge of cybersecurity, SaaS, or technical solutions, with the ability to position offerings within a broader ecosystem
Strong collaboration skills, with experience working across cross-functional teams and partner channels

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand market presence and exceed revenue targets.
Self-generate leads through targeted outreach, networking, and leveraging marketing and inside sales support.
Engage and present Darktrace’s cybersecurity solutions to key stakeholders, including CISOs, IT leaders, and security professionals.
Own the sales cycle end-to-end, from prospecting and qualifying leads to negotiating and closing deals.
Upsell and expand within accounts by identifying additional opportunities for Darktrace’s solutions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with technical teams, including Solutions Engineers, Technical Account Managers, and Cyber Threat Analysts, to deliver tailored demos and Proof of Values (POVs).
Maintain accurate pipeline management using CRM tools and provide regular sales forecasts.
Drive new business acquisition by identifying and closing net-new logo opportunities within your assigned territory.