Security Sales Executive

August 3, 2026

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Role OverviewElastic is hiring a Security Sales Executive to drive adoption of our Elastic Security solutions across Enterprise and Strategic accounts. This is a specialist overlay role, partnering with our core Enterprise Account Executives to expand the Elastic Security footprint across our customer base.What You Will DoDriving demand and building awareness of Elastic Security within Enterprise accounts by partnering with Regional Enterprise Account Executives (AEs) and customers. Identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities—leading the full sales cycle for security-focused opportunities in your region.Why It Might Be a Fit5+ years of experience selling enterprise platform solutions in SIEM, log management, cybersecurity, data analytics, or data management. Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Track record of success selling to CIOs, CISOs, and cybersecurity teams in the Fortune 500, with strong references and quota overachievement.Requirements5+ years of experience selling enterprise platform solutions in SIEM, log management, cybersecurity, data analytics, or data managementProven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentTrack record of success selling to CIOs, CISOs, and cybersecurity teams in the Fortune 500, with strong references and quota overachievementA consultative, challenger-oriented sales approach that helps customers rethink their approach to security and dataMastery of a structured sales methodology (e.g., MEDDPICC, MEDDIC, Challenger, Sandler)Experience in an overlay role, collaborating closely with core sales teams as a trusted partnerExcellent presentation and communication skills; able to engage both technical users and executive stakeholdersAbility to build internal trust and alignment with core AEs while also establishing credibility with customer cybersecurity leadersProficiency with Salesforce (SFDC) and a disciplined approach to forecasting and pipeline managementBenefitsCompetitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salaryHealth coverage for you and your family in many locationsAbility to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many rolesGenerous number of vacation days each yearIncrease your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and serviceUp to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you loveEmbracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leaveCompany-matched 401k with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earningsOriginally posted on Himalayas Apply To this Job

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