Strategic Account Executive - Central

Job Board•Dallas, TX

9h•$300,000 - $340,000•Remote

About The Position

Corelight defends the world’s most sensitive networks—from global commerce to national defense—quietly, relentlessly, and with resolve. As cyber threats grow faster and smarter, we serve as the trusted force behind network resilience, putting elite defense within reach. By transforming digital footprints from physical, virtual, and cloud networks into actionable insights, we empower defenders to illuminate blind spots and stay ahead of an evolving threat landscape. Built on open-source innovations and fueled by industry leading agentic AI technology, Corelight helps teams to detect advanced threats and close cases with unprecedented clarity and precision. We are currently seeking a Strategic Account Executive based in the Dallas or Houston, TX area to manage and drive sales across the Central Territory. The Account Executive will be responsible for developing and managing relationships with internal and customer partners, including C-suite decision-makers, throughout the assigned geographic territory.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5+ years successfully selling enterprise SaaS solutions in the cloud/security space to enterprise customers within a geographic-based territory or in named accounts.
Experience managing multiple stakeholders and selling into integrated tools.
Expert in value-based solution selling, with a keen focus on delivering tangible business outcomes.
Must demonstrate proficiency in executing a formal sales process and possess familiarity with qualification frameworks.
A proven track record managing accounts in the cloud or cybersecurity ecosystem.
Ability to learn and explain a highly technical product to technically astute buyers.
BA or equivalent. Technical or business field preferred, or add 4 years relevant cyber security experience.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate an intimate understanding of Corelight solutions and their value to customers.
Demonstrate ability to position and advise C-suite executives with industry point of view business insights; continue to listen, build, and grow executive relationships with customers.
Develop and close business to consistently meet or exceed quarterly sales quotas in a way that reflects Corelight values.
Align with Corelight partner ecosystem to optimize market opportunity.
Maintain accurate pipeline management with expert level forecasting.
Build effective relationships cross-functionally to ensure strategy alignment and achieve company objectives.
Be a trusted advisor, understanding client businesses and aligning Corelight solutions with their goals.
Regional travel required.