Account Executive - SLED
Halcyon is the industry's first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware.
Halcyon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware (and advanced threats) for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halcyon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers.
As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you're interested in and we'll work a plan to meet your needs.
The Role
Halcyon is hiring a SLED Account Executive to own the North Central territory (IL, WI, MN, IA, NE, ND, SD). This is a hunter role responsible for building pipeline, running full sales cycles, and closing net-new state, local government, and education logos. You will partner closely with Regional Sales leadership, Sales Engineers, and the Partner / Channel team.
What You'll Do
- Own all SLED new business across the North Central territory
- Prospect, build pipeline, and manage full sales cycles
- Leverage VARs, SIs, and resellers to drive opportunities
- Collaborate with Sales Engineers on technical validation
- Manage accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting in Salesforce
- Contribute to regional sales strategy and territory planning
What We're Looking For
Proven success in SLED sales (state, local, and education)Hunter mentality : experience prospecting, breaking into new logosStrong executive presence and ability to engage with senior IT / security leadersExperience leveraging partners / procurement vehicles to close dealsFamiliarity with cybersecurity, SaaS, or enterprise tech solutionsStrong forecasting discipline and comfort running a tight sales processCompensation & Benefits
Comp Range : $260,000$300,000 OTE (mix of base + variable, uncapped commissions)Competitive equity packageComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company contributionFlexible PTO and company holidaysRemote-first culture with support for home office setupOpportunities for growth in a high-velocity sales organizationWhy Halcyon
$190M funding, $1B valuation, backed by Evolution Equity, ServiceNow Ventures, Dropbox Ventures, BCV, SYN Ventures, Harmony Group, and more400+ customers, 1.25M+ endpoints protected, 17K ransomware attacks stoppedNo ransoms ever paid; backed by our $50K+ ransomware warranty with IR in 120 minutesHigh-growth, category-defining opportunity with greenfield territory