[Remote] Director of Sales, Commercial Upmarket - NAMER at Vanta

United States

Vanta Logo
$363,000 – $427,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Security, SaaS, Governance Risk ComplianceIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of customer-facing experience in SaaS sales, with at least 5+ years leading managers or second-line teams
  • Proven track record of net-new logo acquisition and revenue growth in the North American Commercial or Enterprise segment
  • Experience building or scaling a new GTM segment or motion from the ground up
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to build trusted relationships with C-level buyers and influence at all levels
  • Deep understanding of SaaS sales models, metrics, and pipeline management
  • Familiarity with MEDDPICC, Command of the Message, or other structured sales methodologies (preferred)
  • Analytical, data-driven, and operationally excellent leader who leverages insights to drive outcomes
  • Collaborative and influential, with a track record of success working cross-functionally to achieve business goals
  • Thrives in high-growth, dynamic environments and enjoys leading through change
  • Passion for cybersecurity, compliance, and helping customers build trusted businesses

Responsibilities

  • Build a team culture of customer value, high performance, and accountability
  • Hire and develop a team of expert Managers who can recruit, coach, and develop top AE talent to consistently achieve new logo goals
  • Define and operationalize the GTM strategy for the Upmarket Commercial segment, including segmentation, ICP, value proposition, buyer personas, and competitive positioning
  • Design and implement repeatable playbooks for prospecting, qualification, discovery, value articulation, objection handling, and closing
  • Deliver an accurate weekly forecast for new logo bookings and pipeline health
  • Develop enablement programs that ensure your team is expert in Vanta’s products, our space, and the skills required for world-class AE performance
  • Partner closely with cross-functional teams — including Revenue Operations, Product, Marketing, Sales, Recruiting, and Enablement — to represent your customers’ needs and achieve shared goals
  • Own and analyze key KPIs such as pipeline coverage, win rates, ACV, sales velocity, and attainment; use data to guide decisions and drive performance
  • Drive adoption of proven sales methodologies such as MEDDPICC and Command of the Message to build consistency and excellence across your team
  • Represent Vanta at industry events and customer meetings across the region, evangelizing our mission and solutions
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment and contribute to transformational change
  • Travel approximately 20–30% of the time to engage with customers, partners, and internal teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Sales LeadershipTeam BuildingGTM StrategyForecastingProspectingQualificationAccount Executive ManagementGRCEnablementPipeline Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Director of Sales position?

The salary range is $363K - $427K.

Is this position remote?

Yes, the position is remote.

What experience is required for this role?

Candidates need 10+ years of customer-facing experience in SaaS sales, with at least 5+ years leading managers or second-line teams, and a proven track record of net-new logo acquisition and revenue growth in the North American Commercial or Enterprise segment.

What is the company culture like at Vanta?

Vanta has a kind and talented team that values customer value, high performance, and accountability, thriving in a fast-paced startup environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Director of Sales role?

A strong candidate has 10+ years in SaaS sales with 5+ years leading teams, proven success in net-new logo acquisition in North American Commercial or Enterprise segments, and experience building GTM strategies and high-performing sales teams.

Vanta

Automates SOC 2 compliance for businesses

About Vanta

Vanta simplifies the process of obtaining and maintaining SOC 2 certification, which is essential for organizations that manage sensitive customer data. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that automates numerous checks to ensure that security controls are effective and compliant with industry standards. This automation helps small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and tech companies monitor risks and vulnerabilities continuously, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with achieving SOC 2 compliance. Vanta's subscription-based model provides clients with a more efficient and cost-effective way to maintain compliance compared to traditional methods. The goal of Vanta is to transform the compliance process, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while enhancing their security posture.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$343.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% Benefits Coverage
Flexible & Remote Work
Paid Parental Leave
Unlimited PTO
Health & Wellness
401(k)

Risks

Emerging competitors like ComplyCube could challenge Vanta's market position.
Healthcare data breaches may increase demand for more robust security measures.
Reliance on partnerships like HITRUST poses risks if standards evolve significantly.

Differentiation

Vanta automates up to 90% of audit preparation, reducing compliance costs significantly.
The platform offers real-time insights, enhancing trust and streamlining security reviews.
Vanta's HITRUST e1 solution automates 80% of requirements, ensuring continuous compliance.

Upsides

Vanta secured $150M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Partnership with HITRUST enhances Vanta's credibility in the healthcare sector.
Rising demand for automated compliance solutions supports Vanta's market expansion.

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