SECURITY SALES SPECIALIST

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That’s why we encourage you to take every opportunity to further your career within our great global team.Grow Your Career with NTT DATAThe Security Sales Specialist is a quota-bearing sales persona, and the primary purpose of this role is to pursue and land qualified leads identified by the Client Management team and other respective teams.The Security Sales Specialist identifies new opportunities from a selection of existing accounts, and presents solutions, value propositions, partner configurations, cost structures, and revenue models to the client that meet their needs.The Security Sales Specialist works directly with clients at a variety of levels, as well as internal subject matter experts. A substantial amount of time is spent on engaged selling or supporting the sales process in partnership with Client Managers. This role contributes to the pre-sales process by working with pre-sales architects to create the best solution design for the client, as well as building and developing excellent stakeholder relationships with new and existing clients, whilst developing new business channels and territories will be a core focus of this role.What You'll Be DoingKey Roles and Responsibilities:Own and drive pipeline to achieve allocated security budget numbersDrive positive brand recognition on security business in-country and in-regionMaintain subject matter expertise in the Security technology domain or solutions setSupport the closure of sales based on Security technology domain knowledgeAddress the technology conceptual challenges during the sales processMaintain a high level of relevant product and service knowledge to have meaningful conversations with potential and existing clientsMaintain awareness of the competitive landscape, market pricing, and strategy and how to penetrate a new marketContribute to the knowledge base of NTT Ltd.'s solutions and services within a practice area or service area by sharing best practices with internal teams, as well as client teamsWork with relevant technology vendors and ensure a deep understanding of their solutions and how they can contribute to our own solutions setInteract and engage with clients to uncover and understand client business goalsArticulate the Security solution/deliverables that the client requires, as opposed to the products that they need to buyArticulate our value propositions throughout all steps in the sales processConduct functional gap analysis and address business issues raised by clientsPrepare and conduct client workshops and presentationsEstablish relationships with multiple client stakeholders and secure deals with clients to achieve assigned sales quotas and targetsUse understanding of the client’s business and depth of knowledge on the Security solutions to personalize the recommended solution in line with the client’s needBe able to spot new sales opportunities within an account and work with the sales teams to drive them to closurePursue and land qualified leads identified by the client managers and other lead generation sourcesWork alongside Client Managers to support the sales process, position technology solutions, and close the dealSupport the wider territory sales plan and execute the sales strategy, and based on that define your own plan for your solution to achieve your sales targetsDevelop and maintain clear account plans for appropriate clients and targetsDiscover, forecast, and run opportunities in the medium and long-termScope and document Security solutions to meet customer requirementsIdentify, assess and highlight client risks that could prove detrimental to the client’s organisation and credibilityCollaboratively work with sales teams, especially Client Managers, to successfully close the dealPartner with internal teams to ensure the scope of work and proposals are tracked and managedWork closely with other in-territory counterparts and matrix teams to achieve the shared goal of growthUse sales methodologies and tools such as target plans, opportunity plans, and account plans to drive the sales processDevelop and implement an opportunity plan, to provide regular check-ins with the primary point of contact and have an established process for getting buy-in from all stakeholdersKnowledge, Skills and Attributes:A deep understanding of security principles, concepts, and technologies, including knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, cybersecurity solutions, network security, data security/privacy and best practices in securing data and IT infrastructureUnderstanding of the technical concepts of Security solutions and display the ability to provide technical consultation and guidance to customersDemonstrate success in achieving and exceeding sales and financial goalsProficiency in developing and encouraging meaningful customer relationships up to C-levelDelivery of engaging sales presentations and elevator pitchesClose attention to maintaining up to date, accurate sales forecast and close plansProficiency in team selling approachIn-depth knowledge of competitors and ability to apply competing successful sales strategiesAbility to define sales strategyClient-centric approach, with ability to understand customer problems and find best-fit solutionsFlexible to adapt quickly to short, new missions or urgent deadlinesNegotiation skills to craft solutions that are beneficial to customers, partners, and NTT overallGood business acumenClient engagement and management skillsPhenomenal teammate, with know how to drive sales teams and collaborate with themAcademic Qualifications and Certifications:Degree in relevant field.Certified in industry relevant structured sales methodologies and negotiation skills. Preferred certifications:Technical or sales certification in security products (Cisco, Check Point, Palo Alto Network, Proofpoint, Crowdstrike, F5, Zscaler …).CISSP, CompTIA Security+, GISFRequired Experience:Seasoned sales experience in a technology or services environment, particularly selling Security solutionsSeasoned understanding of Secure Cloud, Secure IoT/OT, Secure Workplace and Secure Applications and Security Operations.Seasoned understanding of IT Managed Services environmentSeasoned experience of solution-based selling with a proven track record of sales over-achievementSeasoned experience in selling complex solutions and services to C-Level clientsExperience in resolving a wide range of issues in creative ways to meet targets and objectivesSeasoned experience in networking with senior internal and external people in the specialist area of expertiseExpert level capability and the ability to work independently with little instruction on day-to-day workloadWorkplace type:Hybrid WorkingEqual Opportunity EmployerNTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Accelerate your career with us. Apply today