Sales Specialist - security

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI...

Elastic is searching for a Sales Specialist, Security to expand our Enterprise and Strategic customer accounts in Italy. Our Security specialists are passionate about building new business and growing the Elastic Security footprint within our Top Accounts. Our Security specialists are passionate about leading & owni...

Prospect and build awareness of Elastic Security solutions within new accounts by acting as both a player and coach to Account Executives, based on the agreed account strategy.

Elastic is searching for a Sales Specialist, Security to expand our Enterprise and Strategic customer accounts in Italy. Our Security specialists are passionate about building new business and growing the Elastic Security footprint within our Top Accounts. Our Security specialists are passionate about leading & owning our Security footprint; focused on SIEM, Security Analytics, Endpoint Security & Cloud Security solutions.
Build relationships with security leaders with region and customer accounts.
Collaborate, mentor, and coach Account Executives to position Elastic Security offerings and expansion within existing customers.
Manage opportunities to closure based on account and opportunity strategy.
Oversee and own security revenue forecasting for the region.
Work with regional teams to respond to customer requests for quotes and proposals.
Mentor and oversee all customer Elastic Security proof of concept/value engagements.
Work collaboratively with the Elastic Security Specialists SA's on account planning, strategy as well as creative projects that will generate sales leads. 
Cooperate with the Elastic Security Specialists SA's on account planning, strategy and creative projects to generate sales leads.
Promote Elastic Security offerings and demonstrate commercial features
Deliver customer presentations and roadmaps
Collaborate with Solutions Architects on Elastic Security demos
Collaborate with regional sales leadership to track cybersecurity opportunities, and provide updates during team calls.
Partner with Regional Marketing Teams to drive Elastic Security pipeline through webinars and workshops.
Build relationships with Elastic Security Product and Engineering teams to stay informed on the latest offerings and ensure customer success.

In-depth understanding selling solutions related to Security (SIEM)
A proven track record in SaaS subscription sales, particularly in complex accounts, evidenced by quota overachievement and strong customer references.
Adept at building relationships and establishing credibility with both developers and executives.
Consistent and accurate sales forecasting skills using SFDC.
Enthusiasm for the Open Source model and a deep appreciation for the community relying on our solutions.
Prior experience selling into the Enterprise accounts included in this territory.
Experience in selling within an Open Source model.

If you're eager to contribute to the world of Search Analytics and thrive in solving complex problems through the power of AI-driven search, Elastic wants to hear from you!
Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component.
At Elastic, our compensation philosophy aims to provide fair, competitive and transparent remuneration. Salary ranges are established based on a combination of external market benchmarks, internal pay equity considerations, and the responsibilities and complexity associated with each role. This approach helps ensure consistency across comparable roles while remaining competitive within the relevant labour markets.
The final compensation offered within the applicable range will be determined based on several objective factors, including relevant professional experience, level of skills and expertise, alignment with the role requirements, and the overall scope and complexity of the position.
The typical starting On-Target Earnings range (Base Salary + Variable) for this role is:
€150.800—€238.500 EUR
Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People
As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.
We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.
Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
Generous number of vacation days each year
Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave
Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an