Location: Chicago, IL (Potential for Remote CST or MST)

Employment Type: Full-time

Team: Sales

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Contrast Security is the world’s leading provider of security technology that enables software applications to protect themselves against cyberattacks, heralding the new era of self-protecting software. Contrast's patented deep security instrumentation is the breakthrough technology that enables highly accurate assessment and always-on protection of an entire application portfolio, without disruptive scanning or expensive security experts. Only Contrast has sensors that work actively inside applications to uncover vulnerabilities, prevent data breaches, and secure the entire enterprise from development to operations, to production.

About the Position

We are looking for talented, passionate, and driven regional sales individuals interested in joining our team to help us take Contrast Security to the next level. At Contrast, you will find an environment where success and innovation come from creative collaboration and where the goal is to move fast and excel.

The candidate's primary residence should be located in a major city within the Central, Midwest, or Southeast of the United States

Responsibilities

• Prospect, develop, and close new mid-enterprise customers for Contrast’s application security software products in a defined territory, as well as upsell new products and services to existing customers
• Attain quarterly and annual goals and quota targets
• Sell the Contrast Security vision to prospects through product demonstrations, events, and target-specific initiatives
• Qualify opportunities, and allocate time and resources accordingly
• Manage mid-enterprise prospect/customer evaluations, proof of concepts, and any RFP/RFIs
• Develop and execute territory & account plans to deliver maximum revenue potential, manage sales activities, and updates, and create and deliver accurate forecasts in SFDC
• Work cross-functionally with extended team members
• Work closely with Support teams to ensure customer satisfaction
• Ensure a positive prospect/customer experience, and make our customers successful

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of inside sales experience, or equivalent quota-carrying role in the software/technology sector; experience in cyber-security or DevOps preferred
• Experience managing and closing mid-enterprise sales-cycles
• Track record of over-achieving quota (top 10-20% of the company) in past positions
• Strong computer skills, including Salesforce.com, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Ability to travel up to 20%
• Vaccination (COVID) is currently required to travel and visit customers/attend events
• BS/BA degree preferred

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401 (k)
• Flexible paid time off

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**We are changing the world of software security. ** _ **Do it with us. **_

We believe in what we do and are passionate about helping our customers secure their business.

If you’re looking for a challenge and want to enjoy where you work, you’ll love Contrast Security.

Contrast Security is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Contrast Security is an equal opportunity employer and our team is comprised of individuals from many diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and locations.

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