Account Executive - SLED

Halycon is the industry’s first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware.

Halycon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware (and advanced threats) for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halycon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers.

As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you’re interested in and we'll work a plan to meet your needs.

Halycon is hiring a SLED Account Executive to own the North Central territory (IL, WI, MN, IA, NE, ND, SD). This is a hunter role responsible for building pipeline, running full sales cycles, and closing net-new state, local government, and education logos. You will partner closely with Regional Sales leadership, Sales Engineers, and the Partner/Channel team.

• Own all SLED new business across the North Central territory
• Prospect, build pipeline, and manage full sales cycles
• Leverage VARs, SIs, and resellers to drive opportunities
• Collaborate with Sales Engineers on technical validation
• Manage accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting in Salesforce
• Contribute to regional sales strategy and territory planning

• Proven success in SLED sales (state, local, and education)
• Hunter mentality: experience prospecting, breaking into new logos
• Strong executive presence and ability to engage with senior IT/security leaders
• Experience leveraging partners/procurement vehicles to close deals
• Familiarity with cybersecurity, SaaS, or enterprise tech solutions
• Strong forecasting discipline and comfort running a tight sales process

• Comp Range: $260,000–$300,000 OTE (mix of base + variable, uncapped commissions)
• Competitive equity package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Flexible PTO and company holidays
• Remote-first culture with support for home office setup
• Opportunities for growth in a high-velocity sales organization

• $190M funding, $1B valuation, backed by Evolution Equity, Service Now Ventures, Dropbox Ventures, BCV, SYN Ventures, Harmony Group, and more
• 400+ customers, 1.25M+ endpoints protected, 17K ransomware attacks stopped
• No ransoms ever paid; backed by our $50K+ ransomware warranty with IR in 120 minutes
• High-growth, category-defining opportunity with greenfield territory

In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, the range provided is Halycon’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity in the Company.

We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional product we are building. Our dynamic team has incredible perspectives to share, just as we know you do, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.