About StepSecurity

StepSecurity is a US-based cybersecurity startup on a mission to build the best Continuous Integration (CI) / Continuous Deployment (CD) security platform. The StepSecurity founders have 30+ years of industry experience. Our team has built cybersecurity functions at large tech companies such as Microsoft, Uber, and Plaid. We are well funded by Tier 1 VCs with deep experience in Cybersecurity and SaaS. Our platform is trusted by industry leaders such as Google, Microsoft, AWS, and DataDog. Embracing a remote-first work culture, we are headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and offer flexible remote working opportunities. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest updates and future job opportunities.

Role Description

We are looking for our founding sales hire to help drive our end-to-end sales process. You will closely work with the founders and work throughout the sales pipeline. This is a critical role for the company with significant career growth potential. You will help build and potentially lead a sales organization as the company grows.

We are looking for someone who is very hands-on and can get creative to work with limited resources.

Responsibilities

• Drive conversion from inbound free trials to the paid subscription.
• Prospect and identify potential clients in the market using various lead generation techniques, such as community and free trial users, social media outreach, etc.
• Conduct thorough research on prospects to identify their specific security needs, pain points, and decision-makers.
• Engage with potential customers through various channels such as email, LinkedIn, etc.
• Schedule meetings and product demos with qualified prospects.
• Lead the sale closing process.
• Build and continuously improve sales playbooks.
• Collaborate with founders to drive post-sales revenue, ensure retention, and contribute to growth.

Required Qualification

• 5+ years of SaaS enterprise sales experience.
• Cybersecurity SaaS sales experience.
• Startup experience.
• Based out of the US (Remote), Seattle preferred.
• Driven, self-motivated, and creative-thinker always on the lookout for ways to improve or enhance current sales efforts and outcomes.

Desired Qualification

• Experience selling security solutions for developers.
• Experience with open-source/freemium PLG sales motion.