Obsidian Security
Comprehensive Security for Your SaaS Applications
Channel Account Director
Location
California
Posted
138 days ago
Salary
$136K - $226K / year
Bachelor Degree8 yrs expEnglishCyber Security
Job Description
• Own the development and execution of a targeted VAR strategy.
• Identify, recruit, and activate high-potential security-focused resellers across the territory.
• Build and manage regional partner business plans and track key KPIs such as partner-sourced pipeline and revenue contribution.
• Drive onboarding, sales enablement, and product training across regional VAR partners.
• Develop go-to-market campaigns, joint events, and demand gen programs.
• Support field sales in co-selling motions, lead sharing, and opportunity registration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for VARs —building strong executive and sales-level relationships.
• Conduct regular QBRs, pipeline reviews, and sales alignment sessions.
• Support partner success through consistent engagement, feedback loops, and performance incentives.
• Partner with regional field teams to align on territory priorities, partner alignment, and deal execution.
• Collaborate with marketing on regional partner campaigns, event sponsorships, and content localization.
• Work with sales ops and finance on territory forecasting, tracking, and partner ROI analysis.
Job Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in channel sales or partner management in the cybersecurity or enterprise SaaS space.
- Proven track record building and managing successful regional VAR relationships both regionally and nationally.
- Strong understanding of reseller business models, sales cycles, and regional market dynamics.
- Excellent communicator and collaborator with experience working in matrixed, cross-functional teams.
- Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, startup environment and knows how to build from scratch.
- Ability to travel throughout the U.S. as needed (~25%).
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with equity and 401k
- Comprehensive healthcare with dental and vision coverage
- Flexible paid time off and paid holiday time off
- 12 weeks of new parent or family leave
- Personal and professional development resources
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