Enterprise Account Executive

Cohesity•USA - Florida - Remote, FL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cohesity is a leader in AI-powered data security and management. Aided by an extensive ecosystem of partners, Cohesity makes it easy to secure, protect, manage, and get value from data — across the data center, edge, and cloud. Cohesity helps organizations defend against cybersecurity threats with comprehensive data security and management capabilities, including immutable backup snapshots, AI-based threat detection, monitoring for malicious behavior, and rapid recovery at scale. We’ve been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and have been globally recognized for Innovation, Product Strength, and Simplicity in Design. Join us on our mission to shape the future of our industry. Cohesity is the leader in AI-powered data security, trusted by over 13,600 enterprise customers — including 85+ of the Fortune 100 and nearly 70% of the Global 500. Backed by NVIDIA, IBM, HPE, Cisco, AWS, and Google Cloud, we’re not just protecting data — we’re redefining what’s possible with it. Our platform secures data on premises, in the cloud, and at the edge, while unlocking generative AI insights that transform how enterprises operate. We’ve been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and recognized globally for innovation, product strength, and simplicity in design. Are you driven, high-achieving, and energized by collaborative environments? Cohesity is seeking an Enterprise Account Executive to help accelerate growth in the fast-paced world of modern data management and cyber resilience.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience selling into and partnering with Information Security / Cybersecurity teams, with a strong understanding of enterprise security frameworks, compliance standards, and the ability to align solutions to customer security and risk requirements.
A customer‑focused mindset and strong interest in cybersecurity and data protection, especially ransomware and recovery
Proven experience selling enterprise technology solutions, ideally within infrastructure, SaaS, or adjacent markets
Evidence of success contributing to net‑new customer acquisition and growing existing accounts
Foundational understanding of data security and backup technologies, with a willingness to deepen technical knowledge
Comfort working with channel partners, with an interest in developing co‑selling skills
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present clearly to customers and internal stakeholders
Demonstrated experience using AI tools to improve productivity, organization, and sales effectiveness
Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent experience
Professional English language proficiency for customer and internal communication
Willingness to travel as required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Cohesity solutions (DataProtect, DataHawk, SmartFiles) is a plus
Exposure to platforms such as NetBackup, Backup Exec, or InfoScale is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Execute a territory plan focused on net‑new logo acquisition and account growth across a defined set of enterprise accounts
Build, manage, and progress a qualified sales pipeline, including opportunities you source directly and those supported through channel partners
Work within complex customer organizations by identifying key stakeholders, building relationships, and engaging with senior decision‑makers as your experience grows
Support and lead customer engagements through discovery, evaluation, proposal development, and solution alignment, with guidance from Sales Engineers and leadership
Develop and deliver clear, value‑based proposals that connect Cohesity’s platform to customer security, resilience, and operational needs
Collaborate closely with channel partners and technology alliances (including NVIDIA, IBM, HPE, and AWS) to support deal execution and expand market reach
Maintain accurate opportunity tracking and forecasting, and contribute to consistent quarterly performance
Share customer insights and competitive feedback with the wider sales and product teams to support continuous improvement