Account Executive, CMMC
Taken at the midpoint of its range, $170,000/yr, this role pays more than the middle Account Executive opening on the board today ($164k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $125k–$350k/yr.
The posting
At Secureframe , we are not just a company; we are at the forefront of revolutionizing cybersecurity compliance. Recognized as one of the industry's most innovative and trusted providers, Secureframe has consistently received accolades for our advanced technology solutions and commitment to excellence. With a robust portfolio of products that safeguard thousands of businesses worldwide, we have been featured in major publications such as Forbes’ next billion dollar startups, TechCrunch, and The Wall Street Journal for our transformative impact on the way companies achieve and maintain compliance standards.
As we continue to grow, our mission remains clear: to provide seamless, secure solutions that enable businesses to focus on what they do best. Joining Secureframe means becoming part of a team dedicated to professional excellence and continuous learning in an environment that values creativity and forward-thinking.
Secureframe is backed by top VCs including Kleiner Perkins, Accomplice, Gradient Ventures (Google’s AI Fund), BoxGroup, Village Global, and many more.
About the role
As an Account Executive at Secureframe, you will leverage your established network, ideally built at compliance firms, to drive new revenue by positioning Secureframe’s compliance automation platform within the DiB. You’ll support rapid adoption of CMMC Level 2, DFARS/NIST 800‑171 compliance, converting existing pipeline and trusted relationships in the defense industrial base. Secureframe provides automated tools that streamline compliance across multiple frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001, and CMMC 2.0
Secureframe highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. For office-based employees (employees who live within a defined radius of a Secureframe office), Secureframe considers working in the office, approximately 30% of the time under current policy, to be an essential function of the employee's role.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependent(s)
- Flexible PTO
- 401(k)
- Paid family leave
- Ground floor opportunity as an early member of the team
What You’ll Do
- Own full sales cycle for mid‑market to enterprise accounts, closing deals in the $20K–$250K+ ARR range, leveraging your existing CMMC pipeline and network.
- Engage contacts developed at A‑LIGN, Schellman, or other compliance consultancies to drive outreach into DoD contractor organizations.
- Prospect and expand within target accounts using a multi-channel approach: cold outreach, referrals, LinkedIn, and defense-industry events.
- Deliver tailored product demos aligned with DFARS/NIST/CMMC compliance needs, showcasing how Secureframe’s platform accelerates readiness and maintains trust
- Manage pipeline forecasting rigorously using Salesforce, collaborating with Sales Engineering, Marketing, RevOps, and Customer Success to drive deals through close
- Provide in-market intelligence and feedback to inform product roadmap, GTM messaging, and compliance-focused sales strategies.
- Position Secureframe as the trusted automation provider for compliance frameworks throughout the defense ecosystem.
Who we're looking for
- 5+ years of experience selling SaaS or compliance automation tools, specifically in the defense or highly regulated sectors.
- Proven track record as an AE at A‑LIGN, Schellman, or similar firms, with an existing network and pipeline engaged in CMMC, DFARS, or NIST compliance sales.
- Experienced in closing mid-market or enterprise deals (~$30K–$250K ARR) within 3–6 month sales cycles.
- Skilled with Salesforce or equivalent CRM tools for pipeline management and forecasting.
- Strong consultative selling, technical presentation, and demo skills - especially around compliance and security automation tools
- Comfortable in fast-growing startup environments and adapting to evolving product capabilities and customer needs.
Secureframe is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create an environment where every team member at Secureframe feels like they belong so they can have a greater impact on our business and customers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Please note
- Official Communication: All genuine Secureframe recruiting communication and job offers are sent from @secureframe.com email addresses.
- No Fees:We never ask for payments or fees from job applicants at any stage.
Taken from Secureframe's own posting, last seen live on 31 Oct 2026.
About Secureframe
Sells compliance automation for SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, CMMC and other frameworks to companies that need to prove their security.
Pay schedule: Salary and commission, with accelerators for overperformance named in the growth AE posting and equity mentioned in some benefits lists.
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