Halcyon
Business Development Representative (Federal)
Halcyon, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Washington, DC What we do:
Halcyon is the industry’s first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware. Who we are:
Halcyon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware and advanced threats for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halcyon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers. As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you’re interested in and we\'ll work a plan to meet your needs. The Role
Halcyon is seeking a motivated
Business Development Representative (Federal)
to join our growing sales team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving new business opportunities within the
Federal government market , engaging with civilian and defense agencies, and generating qualified pipeline for our sales organization. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, thrives in proactive prospecting, and is eager to develop expertise in federal sales cycles while supporting Halcyon’s mission to stop ransomware. Responsibilities
Lead Generation:
Prospect, identify, and qualify potential federal customers through inbound and outbound outreach (calls, emails, LinkedIn). Client Engagement:
Engage with decision-makers across civilian and defense agencies to understand cybersecurity challenges and ransomware protection needs. Sales Support:
Partner with Sales and Marketing to execute lead generation campaigns and outreach strategies tailored for the federal market. Pipeline Management:
Maintain an accurate pipeline of opportunities and manage lead data within Salesforce. Educate & Qualify:
Share Halcyon’s value proposition and qualify leads for hand-off to Account Executives. Nurturing:
Consistently follow up with prospects to drive engagement and move opportunities forward through long and complex federal sales cycles. Market Intelligence:
Stay current on federal cybersecurity initiatives, compliance mandates, budget cycles, and competitive landscape to communicate value effectively. Requirements
1–3 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in cybersecurity or technology. Prior
federal/public sector exposure strongly preferred . Familiarity with inbound and outbound business development tactics and KPIs. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Experience with CRM and sales systems (Salesforce, Salesloft/Outreach, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Navigator, Gong, plus federal tools such as GovWin, GovNav, and SAM.gov). Self-starter who can thrive both independently and within a collaborative team. Proven record of achieving or exceeding sales activity targets. Compensation
Base Salary Range:
$50,000–$70,000 Variable Compensation:
Target $30,000 annually, based on performance On-Target Earnings (OTE):
$80,000–$100,000 In accordance with applicable laws, ranges are Halcyon’s reasonable estimates. Actual earnings may vary. The role may be eligible for equity in the Company. Benefits & Diversity
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents 401(k) with generous employer contribution Company-paid short- and long-term disability, basic life, and AD&D insurance FSA options (medical and dependent care) Flexible PTO and paid parental leave Generous equity package We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse perspectives. How to Apply & Notes
We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional product we are building. Our dynamic team has incredible perspectives to share, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.
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Washington, DC What we do:
Halcyon is the industry’s first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware. Who we are:
Halcyon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware and advanced threats for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halcyon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers. As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you’re interested in and we\'ll work a plan to meet your needs. The Role
Halcyon is seeking a motivated
Business Development Representative (Federal)
to join our growing sales team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving new business opportunities within the
Federal government market , engaging with civilian and defense agencies, and generating qualified pipeline for our sales organization. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, thrives in proactive prospecting, and is eager to develop expertise in federal sales cycles while supporting Halcyon’s mission to stop ransomware. Responsibilities
Lead Generation:
Prospect, identify, and qualify potential federal customers through inbound and outbound outreach (calls, emails, LinkedIn). Client Engagement:
Engage with decision-makers across civilian and defense agencies to understand cybersecurity challenges and ransomware protection needs. Sales Support:
Partner with Sales and Marketing to execute lead generation campaigns and outreach strategies tailored for the federal market. Pipeline Management:
Maintain an accurate pipeline of opportunities and manage lead data within Salesforce. Educate & Qualify:
Share Halcyon’s value proposition and qualify leads for hand-off to Account Executives. Nurturing:
Consistently follow up with prospects to drive engagement and move opportunities forward through long and complex federal sales cycles. Market Intelligence:
Stay current on federal cybersecurity initiatives, compliance mandates, budget cycles, and competitive landscape to communicate value effectively. Requirements
1–3 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in cybersecurity or technology. Prior
federal/public sector exposure strongly preferred . Familiarity with inbound and outbound business development tactics and KPIs. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Experience with CRM and sales systems (Salesforce, Salesloft/Outreach, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Navigator, Gong, plus federal tools such as GovWin, GovNav, and SAM.gov). Self-starter who can thrive both independently and within a collaborative team. Proven record of achieving or exceeding sales activity targets. Compensation
Base Salary Range:
$50,000–$70,000 Variable Compensation:
Target $30,000 annually, based on performance On-Target Earnings (OTE):
$80,000–$100,000 In accordance with applicable laws, ranges are Halcyon’s reasonable estimates. Actual earnings may vary. The role may be eligible for equity in the Company. Benefits & Diversity
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents 401(k) with generous employer contribution Company-paid short- and long-term disability, basic life, and AD&D insurance FSA options (medical and dependent care) Flexible PTO and paid parental leave Generous equity package We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse perspectives. How to Apply & Notes
We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional product we are building. Our dynamic team has incredible perspectives to share, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.
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