Channel Account Director - North Central

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Hiring Remotely in Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office or Remote
250K-275K Annually
Expert/Leader
Software • Cybersecurity
Cyera is the world’s leading AI-native data security platform.
The Role
The Channel Account Director will develop and execute channel strategies, recruit and onboard partners, manage partner relationships, drive channel sales, enable sales teams, monitor performance, forecast revenue, and collaborate with marketing, product, sales, and support teams. The role requires strong security-industry channel experience, strategic and analytical abilities, leadership skills, technical communication expertise, and willingness to travel for partner meetings and industry events.
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WHO WE ARE

Come join the company reinventing data security, empowering businesses to realize the full potential of their data. As the leading data security platform purpose-built for the cloud era, Cyera’s mission is to reinvent how businesses secure data, enable agile collaboration, and boldly pursue new business opportunities. Trusted by security teams at leading global businesses, our team is proving that data security is the next big thing in cyber. Backed by the world’s leading investors and working with a large and growing list of Fortune 1000 companies, we are looking for world-class talent to join us as we usher in the new era of data security.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As the Channel Account Director, you will play a critical role in expanding and managing our network of channel partners. You will be responsible for developing and executing a strategic plan to build and maintain strong relationships with partners, drive sales through the channel, and achieve revenue targets. This position requires a combination of strategic thinking, relationship-building skills, and hands-on execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive channel strategy to drive revenue growth and expand the partner ecosystem.
  • Partner Recruitment: Identify, recruit, and onboard new channel partners, including resellers, distributors, and strategic alliances.
  • Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key partners, serving as the primary point of contact and advocate for their needs.
  • Sales Enablement: Provide partners with the necessary tools, training, and resources to effectively sell and support our data security solutions.
  • Performance Management: Set performance metrics, monitor partner performance, and implement improvement plans as needed to ensure partners meet and exceed sales targets.
  • Marketing Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team to develop and execute joint marketing campaigns and events that drive demand and generate leads through the channel.
  • Forecasting and Reporting: Provide accurate sales forecasts and regular performance reports to senior management, highlighting successes, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
  • Product Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with our product offerings and industry trends to effectively communicate value propositions to partners and end customers.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, product management, and customer support, to ensure alignment and success of channel initiatives.
Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in channel sales or partner management, preferably in the data security or technology industry.
  • Demonstrated success in developing and managing a high-performing channel partner network within the security industry with a track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with partners at all levels.
  • Strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and execute effective channel strategies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present and articulate complex concepts clearly and persuasively.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate both internal teams and external partners.
  • Ability to understand and communicate technical concepts related to data security solutions.
  • Willingness to travel as needed to meet with partners and attend industry events.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION: 

Compensation Range: $250,000-$275,000.

The range represents total compensation, and may include incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.

This compensation range represents Cyera’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting, and Cyera may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. The final salary for this position will be determined in Cyera’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law, and based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the employee’s work experience, skills, and qualifications for the role, as well as the needs of Cyera’s business and other operational considerations.

Final compensation will vary based on seniority and relevance of experience, location, and position requirements.

This role may be eligible for potential merit increases based on factors such as individual or company performance, time in role, and other discretionary factors.

BENEFITS - Why Cyera? 

  • Ability to work remotely, with office setup reimbursement
  • Competitive salary
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid holidays and sick time
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Life, short and long-term disability insurance

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field
  • MBA
  • 7–10 years of experience in channel sales or partner management
  • Experience in the data security or technology industry
  • Demonstrated success developing and managing a high-performing channel partner network within the security industry
  • Track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with partners at all levels
  • Strong strategic and analytical skills
  • Ability to develop and execute effective channel strategies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to present and articulate complex concepts clearly and persuasively
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Ability to understand and communicate technical concepts related to data security solutions
  • Willingness to travel as needed for partner meetings and industry events

Cyera Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cyera and has not been reviewed or approved by Cyera.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive across roles, with posted salary bands and strong base/OTE signals in key functions. Visible ranges and attractive totals in senior engineering and sales reinforce a compelling cash foundation.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity via RSUs/options is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards with notable upside potential. An employee tender offer program enables liquidity on vested shares, improving practical access to equity value.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks span meal stipends, stocked kitchens, commuting support, wellness programs, and remote office reimbursements. Additional supports like learning stipends and flexible workspace memberships add everyday utility.

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The Company
HQ: New York, New York
1,200 Employees
Year Founded: 2021

What We Do

Our platform gives organizations a complete view of where their data lives, how it’s used, and how to keep it safe, so they can reduce risk and unlock the full value of their data, wherever it is. Backed by more than $1.7 billion in funding from top-tier investors including Accel, Blackstone, Coatue, Cyberstarts, Georgian, Lightspeed, and Sequoia, Cyera’s unified data security platform helps businesses discover, secure, and leverage their most valuable asset - data - and eliminate blind spots, cut alert noise, and protect sensitive information across the cloud, SaaS, databases, AI ecosystems, and on-premise environments.

Why Work With Us

Cyera's culture focuses on growth - for our employees, for our customers, and for our business. Our team is a collaborative, empowering group of innovators looking to make a lasting impact. We offer flexible work options, an unlimited vacation policy, and are dedicated to making our team successful.

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