Cyber Business Development Manager
hace 5 días
Leeds
The Cyber Business Development Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s growth within the cybersecurity sector. This fast-paced, commercially focused position requires a proactive and strategic approach to identifying new opportunities, engaging senior stakeholders, and positioning advanced security solutions that address real business challenges. You will represent the organisation as a trusted advisor, shaping client security strategies through expert insight and solution-led selling. Roles and Responsibilities • Identify, research, and prospect new business opportunities across target industries., • Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to close, including prospecting, qualification, demos, proposals, and negotiation., • Promote and position advanced cybersecurity services, including EDR, MDR, and XDR, as trusted solutions for client security needs., • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers, influencing strategic direction and investment in security., • Develop innovative prospecting campaigns leveraging tools such as Apollo.io, OneShot.ai, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator., • Maintain a strong understanding of cybersecurity market trends and competitive positioning, particularly relating to vendors such as CrowdStrike and Microsoft., • Collaborate with internal technical, SOC, and support teams to ensure seamless handover and customer success., • Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets through disciplined pipeline management and effective account planning., • Prepare accurate forecasts, activity reports, and market feedback to support strategic business decisions., • Represent the company at industry events, webinars, and networking opportunities to raise brand awareness and generate qualified leads. Skills and Requirements • Minimum 3 years’ experience in cybersecurity sales (MSSP or vendor environment), with a proven record in new business acquisition., • Strong technical sales experience across EDR, MDR, and XDR solutions., • Knowledge and experience of key cybersecurity vendors such as CrowdStrike and Microsoft (highly desirable)., • Proven ability to lead complex sales conversations and influence at C-level., • Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and presentation skills., • Highly driven, target-focused, and self-motivated with a proactive approach to performance., • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills., • Strong organisational abilities, able to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines effectively., • Collaborative and team-oriented, with a growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.