Akamai Technologies · 1 week ago
Senior Security Sales Specialist - SLED - West Coast
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$223K/yr - $463K/yr
5+ years expAkamai Technologies is a leader in cloud security solutions, seeking a Senior Security Sales Specialist to shape cloud security strategies for State and Local Government and Education organizations. The role involves developing strategic sales plans, managing a high-volume sales pipeline, and securing contracts to maximize customer satisfaction and technology adoption.
Cyber SecurityDigital MediaSaaSSoftwareVideo Streaming
Responsibilities
Developing strategic sales plans to maximize opportunities through existing account and new accounts
Utilizing marketing resources and industry knowledge to create and manage a high-volume sales pipeline ensuring forecast accuracy
Securing new and renewals contracts to maximize adoption of Akamai technology and customer satisfaction
Partnering with sales engineers, influencers and subject matter experts to ensure consultative engagement with prospects and customers
Qualification
Required
5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelors' degree
Excellent knowledge of the Cyber Security Ecosystems, Cloud Security and Zero Trust
Successful sales experience in system, solution or channel sales within the SLED environment
Previous experience selling IT solutions to California State & Local governments and Education
Previous experience selling IT solutions to the Department of Homeland Security
Display an ethical approach to sales, show integrity, personal dedication and be able to uphold Akamai values
Benefits
Healthcare
401K savings plan
Company holidays
Vacation (in the form of PTO)
Sick time
Family friendly benefits including parental leave
Employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness
Company
Akamai Technologies
Akamai is a provider of cloud services that help enterprises provide secure, high-performing user experiences on any device.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.63BKey Investors
IVP
2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2023-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2001-08-01Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Tom Leighton
Chief Executive Officer
Charlie Gero
CTO
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