ETM Sales Specialist

QUALYS

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adoption, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Consultative Sales, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Ecosystems, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Maintain Compliance, Market Trend Analysis, Microsoft Windows Azure, Online Communications, Pre-Sales, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Demonstration, Product Engineering, Proof of Concept, Request for Proposals (RFP), Return on Investment (ROI), Risk, Risk Management, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales Support, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Solution Sales, Team Player, Technical Delivery, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Willing to Travel, eCommerce Sales
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
1 day ago

Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!

About Qualys

Qualys, Inc. is a pioneer and leading provider of disruptive cloud-based IT, security, and compliance solutions. Our Enterprise TruRisk Management platform empowers organizations to measure, communicate, and eliminate cyber risk with precision. Trusted by thousands of global organizations, Qualys delivers innovative technologies that help businesses secure their digital ecosystems.

Position Summary

As a Sales Specialist - Cyber Risk Solutions, you will be a trusted advisor and subject matter expert supporting the sales organization in driving adoption of the Qualys TruRisk Platform. Your role will focus on enabling customers to understand the business value of cyber risk reduction and guiding them through solution design, proof-of-value, and successful implementation.

You will partner closely with Account Executives, Sales Engineers, and Customer Success teams to influence strategic deals, deliver compelling presentations, and ensure customers realize measurable outcomes. This position requires a blend of technical acumen, consultative selling skills, and executive communication to help organizations reduce risk across hybrid IT environments-including cloud, OT, and enterprise assets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Account Executives to develop and execute sales strategies for cyber risk solutions.
  • Lead discovery sessions to understand customer pain points and align Qualys offerings to business objectives.
  • Deliver high-impact presentations, demos, and workshops to technical and executive stakeholders.
  • Articulate the value proposition of Qualys TruRisk Platform in terms of risk reduction and ROI.
  • Support proof-of-concept engagements and guide customers through evaluation processes.
  • Provide feedback to Product and Engineering teams based on customer insights and market trends.
  • Stay current on industry frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CIS) and communicate how Qualys maps to compliance and risk management goals.
  • Assist in building proposals, RFP responses, and solution architectures for complex deals.
  • Champion adoption and expansion opportunities within existing accounts.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 8+ years in cybersecurity sales, pre-sales engineering, or risk advisory roles.
  • Strong understanding of vulnerability management, risk exposure concepts (CVEs, CVSS), and attack surface reduction.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with executive presence.
  • Ability to translate technical capabilities into business outcomes.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50-70%.

Preferred:

  • Experience in consultative selling or solution-based sales in cybersecurity.
  • Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid IT environments.
  • Experience with AI models and adoption techniques

Qualys is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.

About the Company

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QUALYS

Qualys, Inc., is the pioneer and leading provider of cloud security and compliance solutions with over 8,800 customers in more than 100 countries, including a majority of each of the Forbes Global 100 and Fortune 100. The Qualys Cloud Platform and integrated suite of solutions helps organizations simplify security operations and lower the cost of compliance by delivering critical security intelligence on demand and automating the full spectrum of auditing, compliance and protection for IT systems and web applications. Founded in 1999, Qualys has established strategic partnerships with leading managed service providers and consulting organizations including Accenture, BT, Cognizant Technology Solutions, Dell SecureWorks, Fujitsu, HCL Comnet, Infosys, Optiv, NTT, Tata Communications, Verizon and Wipro. The company is also a founding member of the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA).

Qualys is always looking for great talent. For career opportunities, please see http://www.qualys.com/careers

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer Software
FOUNDED
1999
WEBSITE
https://www.qualys.com