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Director, Client Advisory - Cybersecurity

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Optiv

Director, Client Advisory - Cybersecurity

Denver, CO

CO Salary Range: USD 149,200.00 - 201,000.00 per year

The Director, Client Advisory will hire and allocate resources, perform employee reviews and evaluations, participate in strategic deals, and back up team members as needed to grow cybersecurity business in the Rocky Mountain/Southwest Region. The director will be a player-coach, actively working with their team members to solve difficult problems, and coordinating corporate/external resources when required. The director must be able to support the pre-sales team by providing guidance on sales strategies, approaches to solve specific problems, as well as a represent their team's needs.

How you'll make an impact

  • Participate in strategic planning sessions with the Sales Management team on a quarterly and annual basis to create a local sales plan to drive revenue

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  • Communicate sales plans to employees within your region


  • Identify needed resources for supporting sales strategy and develop a proposed budget for Senior Management review.


  • Keep senior management informed of key issues and changes which may impact expected business results


  • Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure departmental goals are met


  • Provide guidance in strategic, program, and project initiatives


  • Meet quarterly and annual quota objectives working in partnership with the Sales organization


  • Utilize sales process to develop account plans in partnership with the Sales organization


  • Manage and prioritize sales opportunities


  • Be a thought leader within the security industry


  • Obtain top tier vendor and industry related certifications

What we're looking for

  • BS/BA or equivalent/applicable work experience


  • 5+ years in a pre or post-sales capacity within an IT security environment


  • 5+ years previous security experience in all of the following areas: Firewall; IPS; DLP; SIEM; Application security; Web security


  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance in the following areas: PCI; GLBA; SOX; HIPAA


  • Proven track record of managing technical personnel


  • Has the ability to gain cooperation of others through leadership, mentoring, management and interpersonal skills


  • Ability to listen and communicate effectively with vendors, prospects, clients, account managers, and management


  • Strong presentation, written, and oral communication skills


  • Highly motivated self-starter that does not require day-to-day management


  • Valid US driver's license
  • Industry relevant certifications like CISSP or CISM are preferred, as well as with core technology partners like Palo Alto Networks, Crowdstrike, Proofpoint and Cisco


  • Ability to travel within assigned region 25-35%

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Salary Range Description
$149,200.00 - $201,000.00 Annual

The Hiring Range provided for this role is informed by (but not limited to) various factors including responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, geography, as well as other market influences when extending an offer. The disclosed range has not been adjusted for these factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a variable incentive-based bonus plan. Optiv offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, of which salary is a component.

Job Application Window

This position accepts applicants for a minimum of 4 business days after the job posting date and will remain available until an applicant has been selected for the position.

What you can expect from Optiv

  • A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups.
  • Work/life balance
  • Professional training resources
  • Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
  • Volunteer Opportunities. "Optiv Chips In" encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
  • The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)

EEO Statement

Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Client-provided location(s): Denver, CO, USA
Job ID: Optiv-2024-12010
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program