Virtual Sales Account Executive - Remote (USA)

About Cisco and Splunk

Splunk, a division of Cisco, is focused on enhancing cybersecurity and operational resilience through its unified platform across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Renowned technology is backed by a culture emphasizing collaboration, integrity, and career advancement. This opportunity suits sales professionals driven to contribute to organizational success and personal growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct over 30 targeted outbound calls daily to generate, qualify, and advance prospective sales opportunities, reliably building a high-quality sales pipeline.
• Implement account-based selling techniques to pinpoint key contacts, customize communication, and unlock new business prospects.
• Perform in-depth research on target accounts to guide effective engagement tactics.
• Own sales opportunities from initial contact through closure to ensure a smooth, positive experience for clients and prospects.
• Manage multiple concurrent deals, maintaining momentum throughout all sales stages.
• Keep CRM data current with accurate pipeline and sales activities to improve forecasting and sales planning.
• Collaborate with field sales teams and cross-functional partners to align on account strategies and fulfill customer requirements.
• Work jointly with channel partners and the ecosystem to identify joint opportunities, streamline outreach efforts, and optimize deal closures for mutual benefit.
• Exchange best practices and market intelligence within the team to drive shared sales objectives.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of inside sales or business development experience in technology or SaaS industries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven success in advancing prospects through sales pipelines and meeting revenue goals.
• Familiarity with SaaS sales cycles and consultative selling techniques including prospecting, qualifying, and solution positioning.
• Highly adaptable, well-organized, and able to prioritize tasks effectively in dynamic environments.
• Receptive to coaching with a commitment to continuous learning and results orientation.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for new hires in the U.S. and Canada is $109,400 to $138,100 annually, exclusive of incentives, equity awards, and benefits. Actual pay depends on location, skills, experience, education, and other factors.

Cisco offers comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, and stock unit grants vesting over time.

Paid time off includes:

• 10 public holidays plus 1 floating holiday (for non-exempt employees)
• One paid day for employee birthday, year-end shutdown, and four personal wellness days
• Non-exempt employees receive 16 vacation days annually accrued each pay period; exempt employees benefit from a flexible unlimited vacation policy subject to business needs
• 80 hours sick leave provided on hire and annually, with carryover of unused sick time
• Additional paid leave available for family emergency situations
• 10 paid volunteer days yearly

Additional Information

Sales employees also participate in performance-based incentive plans with graduated commission rates based on revenue attainment, including no cap on earnings above quota. Specific salary ranges vary by state and locale, with detailed ranges noted for New York Metro, Washington State, and Illinois. Illinois employees follow local time off regulations.

The role is fully remote and open to candidates nationwide within the United States.

Application deadline: July 27, 2026. Note that the posting may close earlier upon sufficient applicant response or successful hiring.