Shift5

Account Executive, Army

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, Operational Technology, Defense & Aerospace, Rail TransportationIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5-7 years of technology sales experience, specifically in software/infrastructure security sales to enterprises, along with a proven track record of sales forecasting, expense management, and closing new business. They should also demonstrate expertise in target account, solution, and/or consultative selling, and familiarity with U.S. Army weapons systems.

Responsibilities

The Account Executive will lead U.S. Army sales, developing and executing account strategies to close new business and expand existing accounts, achieve/exceed revenue targets, cultivate relationships with key decision-makers within the U.S. Army, collaborate cross-functionally with various teams, partner with system integrators, and capture, maintain, and share accurate prospect information.

Skills

Software Sales
Infrastructure Security
Enterprise Sales
Account Management
Relationship Building
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Prospect Management
Sales Forecasting
Partner Collaboration

Shift5

Observability platform for operational technology

About Shift5

Shift5 offers an observability platform that focuses on cybersecurity and data analytics for operational technology (OT) in defense and transportation sectors. The platform collects and analyzes data from onboard systems, such as buses and weapon systems, and is protocol-agnostic, allowing it to adapt to various data communication protocols. By providing real-time insights, Shift5 helps clients improve safety, maintenance scheduling, and threat detection. The company's goal is to enable better decision-making to enhance the reliability and performance of their fleets.

Key Metrics

Kansas City, MissouriHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$104.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, CybersecurityIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Risks

Emerging OT cybersecurity startups could threaten Shift5's market share.
Rapid evolution of cyber threats may outpace Shift5's technological capabilities.
Economic downturns could lead to reduced budgets for cybersecurity solutions.

Differentiation

Shift5 offers a protocol-agnostic platform adaptable to any data communication protocol.
The company provides real-time, data-driven insights for defense and transportation sectors.
Shift5's platform enhances safety, availability, and resilience of operational technology assets.

Upsides

Growing demand for cybersecurity in transportation due to rising cyber threats.
Increased interest in predictive maintenance technologies to reduce costs and improve reliability.
U.S. Department of Defense's focus on cybersecurity presents opportunities for Shift5.

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