Sr/ strategic account manager/ business manager

Job Title: Sr/ Strategic Account / Business Manager - Cybersecurity Solutions

Job Location: Mumbai

Experience: 5 to 12 years

Selling Experience: Cybersecurity Solutions (Crowdstrike, Splunk, Palo Alto, Zscaler, Fortinet, or more)

Role Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic Cybersecurity Sales expert who can drive cybersecurity solution revenues across a defined territory. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in cybersecurity sales, deep understanding of industry OEM landscapes, and proven ability to generate business through partner-driven channels and direct motions.

Key Attributes

Seasoned hunter with at least 5+ years of corporate sales experience in Cybersecurity Solutions Proven track record in hunting, new account acquisition, and generating cybersecurity pipeline. Proven track record of winning new business independently Strong understanding of the complete sales cycle from prospecting to closure and revenue recognition Strong experience in managing alliances/OEM relationships and driving revenue through partner ecosystems Skilled in commercial negotiation, proposal preparation, and handling legal/compliance aspects of deals Ability to work cross-functionally with technical teams and internal stakeholders

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and pursue new cybersecurity opportunities Focus on new client acquisition /revenue generation Previous experience in closing large and complex deals Responsible for generating business in the assigned vertical from existing accounts and generating new accounts Drive cybersecurity business through strategic alliances and OEM partnerships (e.g., Palo Alto, Crowd Strike, Splunk, Fortinet, Check Point, Cisco, Microsoft, etc.). Develop and execute joint GTM plans with OEMs and distribution partners. Contribute significantly to the implementation of sales strategies and build awareness and credibility with clients Prepare detailed proposals, quotes, and OEM-led solutions as per customer requirements. Respond to RFPs/RFQs in coordination with internal teams and OEMs. Ensure timely follow-up on proposals, deal progress, order closures, and collections. Track competition, pricing trends, OEM programs, incentives, and partner policies. Maintain an updated CRM sales funnel, partner dashboards, and regularly participate in sales reviews. Achieve quarterly targets across revenue, profitability, and alliance KPIs. Attend OEM trainings, certifications, and product update sessions to stay current on cybersecurity solutions and market trends.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + MBA (preferred) with a proven sales track record Strong background in cybersecurity solution sales and OEM management. Demonstrated success in partner-led business growth.

Note:

Channel sales and Inside sales experience will not be considered.