Role Overview
As a Regional Sales Manager, you will lead CrowdStrike's strategic engagement with UK Defence and National Security clients, driving complex, high-value opportunities across MOD, the Intelligence Community, and critical CNI sectors. You will be responsible for positioning CrowdStrike's AI-native XDR platform as the cornerstone of the UK's cyber defence posture.
What You Will Do
You will own and expand relationships within 10-15 strategic Defence and National Security accounts, build multi-year account strategies, navigate complex stakeholder environments, articulate how CrowdStrike's Threat Graph defends against APT groups, and demonstrate understanding of classification levels and accreditation requirements.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role demands someone who understands the unique challenges outlined in the UK Government Cyber Action Plan, the imperatives of the Strategic Defence and Security Review, and the investment priorities within the Defence Investment Plan. You will translate these national priorities into tangible security outcomes using CrowdStrike's battle-tested capabilities.
Requirements
- Proven track record selling enterprise cybersecurity or mission-critical technology into UK Defence/Intelligence/National Security sectors
- Active security clearance (SC minimum; DV highly desirable) or eligibility for immediate sponsorship
- Deep network across MOD, Intelligence Community, critical CNI security leadership
- Demonstrable success navigating government procurement frameworks and complex approval chains
- Technical fluency in cybersecurity domains: EDR/XDR, threat intelligence, incident response, cloud security
Benefits
- Market leader in compensation and equity awards
- Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
- Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
- Paid parental and adoption leaves
- Professional development opportunities for all employees
- Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
- Vibrant office culture with world-class amenities
- Great Place to Work CertifiedTM across the globe
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